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Salesforce AI
01Apr

AI Learning

The prevalence of Artificial Intelligence (AI) news is a clear indicator AI is here to stay, and whether you’re navigating the intricacies of AI or expanding your knowledge daily, one certainty remains: AI is the future of work. To support your journey in acquiring AI skills, Salesforce provides resources on Trailhead, Salesforce’s free online learning platform. As discussions about AI advancements shaping our lives unfold, concerns about the future and potential job displacement may be part of the conversation. Nevertheless, the outlook is optimistic; successful AI aims to enhance, not replace, the human workforce. According to IDC, the Salesforce economy, driven by AI, is projected to generate a net gain of $2.02 trillion in worldwide business revenues and create 11.6 million jobs globally between 2022 and 2028. The potential for AI in the workplace is huge, with 60% of global workers expressing excitement about using Generative AI in their roles. Prospect of AI The prospect of AI streamlining mundane tasks is compelling, and executives estimate that 40% of workers will need reskilling in the next three years due to AI. However, 62% of workers admit they lack the skills to use AI effectively and safely, posing a challenge in determining which tools and skills to prioritize. Trailhead, committed to breaking down barriers to learning in the digital-first world, is heavily investing to ensure everyone can acquire AI skills and thrive in this evolving work landscape. Contrary to misconceptions, AI is not exclusive to developers or data scientists. Today’s AI technology empowers salespeople to craft compelling prospecting emails, enables service reps to address issues swiftly through case swarming, and allows marketers to create highly personalized customer journeys. AI is not someone else’s concern; it is relevant for anyone in business. As more companies recognize the value of AI, the demand for individuals who can implement AI-based systems is growing. With a shortage of experts in this emerging field, we’re here to help you upskill and position yourself as the AI hero your company needs. Now is the opportune moment to enhance your AI skills. There are numerous complexities and limited time for learning. You may wonder where to focus your efforts. We’ve identified five key areas of AI expertise that employers are seeking: Regardless of your chosen focus, learning about AI is a valuable investment. We are at a juncture where organizations recognize the need for AI. But they lack individuals who understand its intricacies. By enhancing your AI knowledge, you become a unique asset to your company, a strategic career move in these changing times! Like Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. Read more The Salesforce Story In Marc Benioff’s own words How did salesforce.com grow from a start up in a rented apartment into the world’s Read more Salesforce Jigsaw Salesforce.com, a prominent figure in cloud computing, has finalized a deal to acquire Jigsaw, a wiki-style business contact database, for Read more Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Salesforce Enhances Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Engine Data science and analytics are rapidly becoming standard features in enterprise applications, Read more

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April 1, 2022in Salesforce, Salesforce Einstein
Salesforce Sales Enablement
30Mar

Salesforce Enablement Team Roles and Responsibilities

When implementing Salesforce Enablement to better equip teams with skills, content, and context it is important to set up the right users with the right permissions. Having a complete Sales Enablement team in place produces the most effective training programs. Accelerate business outcomes with enablement programs delivered to users through the Guidance Center in Salesforce. Create programs that are unique to your company, and assign programs to users who can complete exercises and measurable milestones in their flow of work.  Sales enablement is about people and technology, and strategically aligning them both behind a common goal: sales success. Sales enablement helps organizations streamline and shorten sales cycles by improving buyer interactions with relevant sales content that is tailored and personalized. Sales Enablement Platform A sales enablement platform provides sales teams with coaching, resources, and tools to help them effectively engage with customers and close deals. Identify who at your company can perform each role. In some cases, one person is ideal for all these responsibilities. Other companies require a team. Likewise, some of these roles aren’t required to use Enablement. But it can be nice to rely on these folks if they’re available. Roles and Responsibilities ROLE RESPONSIBILITIES REQUIRED TO USE ENABLEMENT? REQUIRED PERMISSIONS? Salesforce admin This person can access Setup and customize Salesforce for your company. To get your company started with Enablement, a Salesforce admin must give access to Enablement team members according to the required permissions listed on this page. Salesforce admins can also bring their Salesforce experience to help you define outcomes and milestones using Salesforce objects and fields. If you want to introduce new ways of tracking data in Salesforce to include those processes in a program, Salesforce admins can also help enable other features or customize settings. Yes For permissions required for Salesforce admins, search Salesforce Help for the specific task. Enablement admin A person who gets full access to create, edit, delete, publish, and unpublish Enablement programs in Salesforce. Enablement admins can also assign or unassign programs to Enablement users, view all Enablement analytics, customize the Enablement reports and dashboard, and create reports and dashboards using Enablement report types. Yes The Manage Enablement Essentials default permission set, which is included in the Enablement Admin permission set group. See Enablement Permission Set Groups, Permission Sets, and Permissions and Assign Permissions to Your Enablement Team. Content creator or manager This person adds your company’s training content to Salesforce. At some companies, this person is also the Enablement admin. Yes The Content Manager contributor role in the Enablement workspace of the Digital Experiences app. See Assign a Contributor Role in the Enablement Workspace. Enablement resources manager The person who manages resources related to Enablement other than training content that Enablement users directly consume as part of programs, such as these items. Surveys sent to peers and managers for gathering feedback on user performancePrompts and walkthroughs that guide users through Salesforce features and walkthroughs outside of programs No Manage Assessment Surveys and Manage In-App Guidance default permission sets, which are included in the Enablement Resources Manager permission set group. See Enablement Permission Set Groups, Permission Sets, and Permissions and Assign Permissions to Your Enablement Team. Business operations expert This person can help identify the business outcomes that your company wants to focus on and work with you to establish how certain job roles can contribute to your bottom line. No Your call. You can assign Enablement permissions to this person as needed. Enablement user The person at your company who takes the programs that you build and assign to them. Yes Use Enablement Programs default permission set, which is included in the Enablement User permission set group. Enablement admins, or users with the Manage Enablement Essentials default permission set, can also take programs that are assigned to them. See Enablement Permission Set Groups, Permission Sets, and Permissions and Assign Permissions to Your Enablement Team. Like Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. 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March 30, 2022in Data, Salesforce, Technology
Salesforce and Healthcare
28Mar

What is Healthcare Technology?

What is the role of healthcare technology? Healthtech companies play a crucial role in elevating patient care and outcome. Within the health and life sciences industry technology plays an important role. Leveraging innovative technologies and digital solutions, these companies contribute to the enhancement of diagnostic accuracy, treatment planning, and monitoring efficiency for healthcare providers. How is technology defined in healthcare? Healthtech encompasses a broad spectrum of technologies, including medical devices, information technology (IT) systems, algorithms, artificial intelligence (AI), cloud computing, and blockchain. The purpose is to provide support to healthcare organizations, facilitating improved services and patient care. CRM in healthcare not only stores patients’ contact information. It also gives a comprehensive overview of their medical history, appointments, and prescriptions. Using a healthcare CRM system, providers can customize their patient management plans so that each patient gets precisely the amount of care they need. How does HealthTech differ from MedTech? HealthTech is implemented through diverse technologies like wearables, applications, or databases. MedTech primarily involves medical equipment, prosthesis, and tools. Despite their distinct differences, both HealthTech and MedTech share a common goal of integrating technology into healthcare. What is healthcare management and technology? Health information management and healthtech professionals are engaged in comprehending healthcare dat. The intricacies of which require in-depth knowledge of the software and systems that govern its utilization. The convergence of these fields aims to enhance the quality of life for medical patients by integrating technology into healthcare practices. The global healthcare CRM market size was estimated at USD 14.3 billion in 2021 and is expected to reach USD 16.0 billion in 2022. The value is predicted to grow at a CAGR of 8.4% from 2022 to 2030. North America remained the largest market for medical CRM in 2021. Health Cloud is one of the Salesforce Industry Clouds: a solution tailored to meet the unique needs of specific industries. It combines the best of Salesforce’s CRM capabilities with advanced features tailored for healthcare providers, payers, medical device companies, and pharmaceutical manufacturers. What is a Hipaa compliant CRM? HIPAA regulations require this information be protected and kept confidential… A HIPAA-compliant CRM ensures that the information is handled securely and that the organization is in compliance with the law. Like1 Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. Read more The Salesforce Story In Marc Benioff’s own words How did salesforce.com grow from a start up in a rented apartment into the world’s Read more Salesforce Jigsaw Salesforce.com, a prominent figure in cloud computing, has finalized a deal to acquire Jigsaw, a wiki-style business contact database, for Read more Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Salesforce Enhances Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Engine Data science and analytics are rapidly becoming standard features in enterprise applications, Read more

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March 28, 2022in Salesforce Health and Life Sciences Solutions
Salesforce and Healthcare
25Mar

Healthcare CRM to Enable Consumers and Build Trust

To transform the healthcare industry and enhance the experiences of all stakeholders requires the right tools. Making a paramount focus on building trust through personalization is imperative. Patients no longer desire to be perceived merely as a number or a chart. They seek a personalized treatment approach. Using the right healthcare CRM to enable trust with consumers makes good sense. The Goal of a Healthcare CRM This goal can be accomplished by seamlessly integrating electronic health records (EHRs) and claims data, establishing a 360-degree view of each healthcare consumer. A unique view of each consumer. Leveraging the capabilities of application programming interfaces (APIs), organizations can access comprehensive consumer information in real-time. By facilitating effective collaboration, informed care decisions, and the prevention of care gaps. The incorporation of state-of-the-art healthcare customer relationship management (CRM) platforms, equipped with AI and advanced analytics, can yield actionable insights. Insights that enhance interactions with patients and members. For instance, Community Health Choice (CHC) in Texas has embraced Salesforce’s Health Cloud, fully integrating clinical and claims data to create a holistic view of each patient, enabling the delivery of comprehensive care. What is a CRM system in healthcare? A healthcare CRM is a customer relationship management system designed specifically for use in the healthcare industry. Salesforce Health Cloud is a top choice to enable trust. CRM in healthcare not only stores patients’ contact information, it also gives a comprehensive overview of their medical history, appointments, and prescriptions. With a healthcare CRM system, you can customize your patient management plans so that each patient gets precisely the amount of care they need. A Healthcare CRM to Build Trust Connected experiences contribute to strengthening trust, increasing retention, and ultimately fostering improved health outcomes and business results for healthcare organizations. Implementing these strategies allows healthcare organizations to enhance the overall quality of care, providing a more positive experience for patients, providers, and other stakeholders. Salesforce is the right healthcare CRM to enable trust with your patients and community. Like1 Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. Read more The Salesforce Story In Marc Benioff’s own words How did salesforce.com grow from a start up in a rented apartment into the world’s Read more Salesforce Jigsaw Salesforce.com, a prominent figure in cloud computing, has finalized a deal to acquire Jigsaw, a wiki-style business contact database, for Read more Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Salesforce Enhances Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Engine Data science and analytics are rapidly becoming standard features in enterprise applications, Read more

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March 25, 2022in Data, Salesforce, Salesforce Health and Life Sciences Solutions, Salesforce Health Cloud
Does Salesforce Have Artificial Intelligence?
17Mar

Does Salesforce Have Artificial Intelligence?

Is Salesforce Equipped with Artificial Intelligence Capabilities? Salesforce Einstein is an intelligent layer built into the Lightning Platform, offering robust AI technologies that are seamlessly integrated into the user work environment. The Einstein Platform also provides a comprehensive set of platform services for administrators and developers, enabling the creation of intelligent applications and tailored AI solutions for businesses. Key Einstein Features: Salesforce Einstein is considered genuine artificial intelligence, providing a comprehensive AI solution specifically tailored for Customer Relationship Management (CRM). It eliminates the need for extensive data preparation or model management, seamlessly integrating with Salesforce data. According to Gartner, businesses in Sales, Marketing, Customer Experience, and Digital Commerce express significant interest in AI and Predictive Analytics. Salesforce, holding a substantial 19.5% share in the CRM Vendor Market, has been an early adopter of AI capabilities and technology. For Salesforce developers, embracing AI is crucial to staying relevant. It’s not AI itself that poses a threat but individuals proficient in utilizing AI tools who may replace those who are not. To remain competitive, becoming well-versed in prompt engineering and AI tools is highly recommended. Like Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. Read more The Salesforce Story In Marc Benioff’s own words How did salesforce.com grow from a start up in a rented apartment into the world’s Read more Salesforce Jigsaw Salesforce.com, a prominent figure in cloud computing, has finalized a deal to acquire Jigsaw, a wiki-style business contact database, for Read more Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Salesforce Enhances Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Engine Data science and analytics are rapidly becoming standard features in enterprise applications, Read more

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March 17, 2022in Salesforce, Salesforce Einstein
Ncino Salesforce
16Mar

Ncino Salesforce

nCino for Salesforce Overview: Ncino Salesforce nCino is a cloud-based banking operating system, offering a suite of solutions designed to automate the operations of financial institutions (FIs) and revolutionize client interactions in small businesses, commercial, and retail banking. The nCino platform digitalizes documents and processes, enhancing transparency in data and establishing an open ecosystem by operating as a data hub. It seamlessly connects and interacts with the FI’s core banking data, CRM data, data lakes, customer financial data, third-party industry data, and APIs. Is nCino the Same as Salesforce? While nCino is a bank operating system built on the Salesforce platform, it operates as a distinct entity. The nCino architecture is cloud-based and inherently versatile, utilizing Salesforce technology as its foundation. Relationship Between nCino and Salesforce nCino and Salesforce have a strategic partnership established in 2011 to empower financial institutions with digital innovations. This collaboration aims to drive efficiencies, deliver intelligence, reduce risks, and promote customer growth and loyalty in the financial services industry. The partnership involves deepening connectivity to Salesforce platform tools, including CRM, powered by AI and automation, and Financial Services Cloud. Expanding on this collaboration, nCino will enhance its integration with Salesforce to empower financial institutions further. The partnership extension includes updated commercial terms, improving nCino’s subscription gross margins and extending the term of the agreement to 2031. About nCino nCino is a global leader in cloud banking, providing a single Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) platform. It assists financial institutions in modernizing operations related to corporate and commercial, small business, consumer, and mortgage customers. nCino partners with over 1,850 financial service providers globally. For more information, visit www.ncino.com. Salesforce, Financial Services Cloud, and others are trademarks of Salesforce, Inc. For Media Inquiries: Natalia Moose Email: press@ncino.com Safe Harbor Statement This press release contains forward-looking statements within the safe harbor provisions of the Private Securities Litigation Reform Act of 1995. These statements are based on nCino’s historical performance, current plans, estimates, and expectations. Forward-looking statements involve risks and uncertainties that may cause actual results to differ materially. nCino does not undertake any obligation to update or revise forward-looking statements. These statements are subject to risks and uncertainties, including market adoption of the solution and privacy and data security matters. Further information on potential risks is available in reports filed by nCino with the U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission. For additional information, please refer to nCino’s filings with the SEC, available at www.ncino.com or www.sec.gov. Content updated January 2024. Like1 Related Posts Health Cloud Brings Healthcare Transformation Following swiftly after last week’s successful launch of Financial Services Cloud, Salesforce has announced the second installment in its series Read more Case Study: Health Payer/Provider Onboarding/Network Growth After doing their initial Sales Cloud implementation and SAP integration over 12 years ago, this company was only leveraging Salesforce Read more Acronyms for Quote-to-Cash Here is a helpful glossary of quote-to-cash acronyms you will hear in the Salesforce Ecosystem. AcronymMeaningDefintionACVAnnual Contract ValueThe annual revenue Read more Action Plans in Partner Communities Establishing Action Plans in Partner Communities What is a community action plan? A Community Action Plan serves as a vital Read more

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March 16, 2022in Salesforce Financial Cloud, Salesforce Financial Services Solutions
Salesforce Slack
11Mar

What is Slack?

Chances are a co-worker has at least once offered to “Slack” you something—whether it’s a file, a work order, or a phone number. The first time I heard this phrase, I was concerned about potential physical harm, only to learn that “Slack” refers to a messaging application for businesses and much more.  This insight takes a deep dive into Salesforce’s collaborative tool. Slack is a messaging app for businesses that connects people to the information they need.  Many companies utilize Slack from Salesforce as a centralized hub for various purposes. From project collaboration to casual “water cooler” conversations. This is especially vital for remote teams spread across different locations and time zones. At Tectonic, we’ve integrated Slack channels for accounts and Salesforce tools. For projects, events, webinars, and training, fostering seamless communication. Slack is becoming increasingly popular for its compatibility with Salesforce and numerous applications, across diverse workplaces. As opposed to text messaging or emails, Slack is an efficient messaging app making it easier to communicate and organize conversations. To understand Slack, it’s helpful to distinguish between its two primary communication forms. Channels and direct messages (DMs). Slack channels are tailored by users to bring the right people together. By facilitating the sharing of information, files, thoughts, and project details. In contrast, direct messages are private, one-off conversations ideal for topics outside specific channels. Conversations within the channels are transparent and accessible to everyone, except for private channels, marked with a lock symbol. Direct messages, on the other hand, are suited for smaller, individual conversations. Starting a new conversation in the platform is as simple as clicking the compose button and drafting a message. It can be for a specific channel or individual. Mentioning a team member using @team-members-name ensures that they see your message and are notified when it is posted. Emojis Slack’s wide variety of emoji reactions add a fun element, with commonly used emojis like eyes or check marks indicating engagement or task completion. Custom emojis can be created for personalized use or to trigger automated workflows within your Salesforce project.  The eyes emoji, for example, typically means the message reader is taking at a look at whatever was referenced in the post.   Slack customization is a key aspect of its effectiveness. Updating your profile, integrating with your calendar for availability status, and setting relevant notifications. Utilizing shortcuts, apps, and integrations can enhance collaboration efficiency. Tectonic conducts a comprehensive discovery of your organization’s processes to recommend tailored ways this tool can boost your overall efficiency. Sharing files is easy, with seamless integration with popular file storage tools like Dropbox and Google Drive. Slack’s scheduling feature allows you to compose messages and schedule delivery at more appropriate times, making it a valuable organizational time management tool. Users can set their in and out of office times. Thus silencing notifications outside working hours. Slack also has a mobile app so users can stay connected from anywhere. Chat-based Collaboration Comparisons This chat-based collaboration tool that emphasizes communication. Whereas Microsoft Teams is a comprehensive collaboration suite that offers chat, video conference, and integrated document management.  Teams is a part of the Microsoft ecosystem, while Slack is a standalone tool from Salesforce with robust third party integrations. The primary difference between Google Chat and Slack includes search and customization options and the amount of storage offered. Slack offers more customization options, Google Chat offers unlimited storage in Business and Enterprise plans. Slack differs from Skype in that it takes communication to the level of collaboration by bringing together teams, tools, and workflows in a single platform. The sweet spot for Slack seems to be in companies with 20-50 employees. Many businesses are moving away from email and into channels, Away from legacy suites and onto customizable platforms that can connect more easily.  In 2019 the platform broke the 12 million user daily activity level and continues to grow by about 37% every year. Cross-channel Integrations Slack offers thousands of cross-channel integrations with other apps, not just email and Salesforce. This collaborative tool was developed by Slack Technologies, owned by Salesforce. It offers freemium and paid subscription services, and offers text messaging, file and media sharing, voice and video calls, and group chat for team collaboration. Slack has the capacity to support an unlimited number of users per organization, channels per workspace, and over 100,000 users on a channel. All content in the channels is searchable. Thereby making it an easy repository for conversations which ultimately contain a lot of information users want to reference back to.  Slack also offers bookmarking of content, pinning of content and other assorted features for information organization. Default Slack settings encrypt data at rest and data in transit. Data is further protected with tools like Slack Enterprise Key Management, audit logs, and integrations with top data loss prevention providers. Slack received its official name in 2012 from Stewart Butterfield. He replaced the product codename of linefeed with the communication tool which he said was derived from Searchable Log of All Conversation and Knowledge. If you’re curious about how Slack can enhance your Salesforce experience, reach out to Tectonic for a free quote or demo today. 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March 11, 2022in Data, Enterprise, Google, Salesforce, Salesforce Slack
Understanding Salesforce Integration
10Mar

Understanding Salesforce Integration

What is Salesforce Integration? Salesforce Integration is the process of connecting two or more systems to streamline workflows and enhance data consistency across platforms. Consider situations where vital information is stored in one system but also needed in another. By integrating these systems, you ensure seamless data flow, improve efficiency, and enable smooth business processes. Why is Integration Important? In today’s digital landscape, businesses must continuously enhance efficiency and customer experience to stay competitive. Operating in isolation is no longer an option. Effective system integration ensures faster, scalable, and more reliable operations. What is an API? An API (Application Programming Interface) enables different applications to communicate with each other. For instance, when you use a mobile app, it connects to the internet, retrieves data from a server, and displays it in a readable format. The right API ensures this process runs smoothly and efficiently. Different types of APIs will be discussed later in the Salesforce Integration Capabilities section. Types of Salesforce Integration Architectures Each integration architecture has advantages and drawbacks. Here are the three main types: 1. Point-to-Point Integration This is a one-to-one integration model where each system has a direct connection to another. For example, a sales application sends order details separately to a billing system, a shipping application, and a tracking system. However, this approach is costly to maintain and lacks scalability, as adding new integrations requires extensive modifications. 2. Hub-and-Spoke Integration With this model, a central hub facilitates communication between systems. Instead of creating multiple direct integrations, each system only connects to the hub. This setup simplifies management and scalability compared to point-to-point integration. 3. Enterprise Service Bus (ESB) Integration An evolution of the hub-and-spoke model, ESB uses an integration engine to connect various applications. ESB provides: Each system connects through an adapter, making it easy to scale integrations as business needs evolve. Salesforce Integration Capabilities Understanding APIs and integration capabilities is crucial. Here are key Salesforce integration tools: 1. REST API Best for web or mobile applications, REST API operates using: It uses JSON or XML and functions synchronously, meaning it waits for a response before proceeding. 2. SOAP API SOAP API is suited for back-end system integrations requiring structured payloads. It uses XML and supports asynchronous communication, meaning it can process requests without waiting for immediate responses. 3. Bulk API Designed for handling large data volumes, Bulk API efficiently processes up to 100 million records within a 24-hour period. It is asynchronous, making it ideal for initial data migrations and batch processing. 4. Streaming API Built on the publish/subscribe model, Streaming API supports near real-time data updates. It includes: This API is essential for event-driven architectures. 5. Outbound Messages This declarative option sends messages to external systems when triggered by workflow rules or approval processes. It is asynchronous but requires acknowledgment from the receiving system. 6. Web Service Callouts Salesforce can initiate outbound requests to external systems for data validation or process execution. These callouts require Apex coding and can be synchronous or asynchronous. 7. Salesforce Connect Salesforce Connect enables real-time data access from external systems without storing the data in Salesforce. This “data virtualization” reduces storage costs and ensures up-to-date information is available when needed. 8. Heroku Connect Heroku Connect synchronizes data between Salesforce and Postgres databases, making it ideal for high-volume applications where not all data needs to reside in Salesforce. Salesforce Integration Patterns Integration patterns define how systems interact. Consider: 1. Remote Call-In External systems retrieve, update, or delete Salesforce data (e.g., an order management system updating Salesforce records). 2. Request and Reply Salesforce calls an external system and waits for a response before proceeding (e.g., address validation services). 3. Fire and Forget Salesforce sends a request but does not wait for a response (e.g., outbound messages and platform events). 4. Batch Data Synchronization Data is periodically synchronized between Salesforce and external systems in bulk (e.g., nightly updates to a data warehouse). 5. UI Update Based on Data Changes Salesforce UI updates dynamically when backend data changes (e.g., real-time case status updates for support agents). 6. Data Virtualization Salesforce displays external data in real time without storing it, reducing storage costs and improving efficiency (e.g., Salesforce Connect). Conclusion Salesforce integration streamlines business processes, enhances efficiency, and improves data consistency. Understanding integration architectures, capabilities, and patterns helps businesses select the right approach for their needs. By leveraging Salesforce’s integration tools, organizations can achieve seamless connectivity across their technology ecosystem. Like Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. 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March 10, 2022in Data, Enterprise, Salesforce, Salesforce Implementation Services, Technology
First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies
09Mar

First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies

First-Party vs. Third-Party Cookies: Key Differences and Implications First-party and third-party cookies play distinct roles in the online experience, particularly in marketing and user engagement. While they share some similarities, their creation, functionality, and reputation differ significantly. What Are Cookies? Cookies are small data files stored on a user’s device to track activity and save information from a website visit. They enhance browsing by personalizing experiences—for example, saving login credentials, remembering preferences, or enabling targeted advertisements. When a user inputs their ZIP code to check the weather or adds items to a shopping cart, cookies store this information for future convenience. Cookies fall into two main categories: first-party and third-party. First-Party Cookies: The User-Friendly Helper First-party cookies are created by the website a user is actively visiting. They enhance the experience by tracking activities such as: These cookies are widely regarded as user-friendly because they focus on improving usability and personalization for the specific site being visited. Third-Party Cookies: The Advertising Workhorse Third-party cookies are set by domains other than the one a user is browsing. Often introduced via scripts or tags, these cookies are typically used for purposes such as: Unlike first-party cookies, third-party cookies have a reputation for being invasive. These persistent cookies remain on a device until deleted and can track users across multiple websites, enabling advertisers to deliver highly targeted campaigns. Do Second-Party Cookies Exist? Second-party cookies involve data-sharing partnerships between companies. For instance, an airline might share first-party data with a car rental service to promote offers to shared customers. While this collaboration facilitates personalized marketing, second-party cookies are more accurately described as shared first-party data rather than a distinct type of cookie. Key Differences Between First-Party and Third-Party Cookies Aspect First-Party Cookies Third-Party Cookies Created By The website a user is visiting External domains added via scripts or tags Purpose Improve user experience (e.g., preferences, login) Primarily used for advertising and tracking Reputation Positive due to usability benefits Often viewed negatively for privacy concerns The Future of Cookies: What’s Next? Growing privacy concerns and stricter regulations are driving changes in cookie usage. Many browsers, including Apple’s Safari and Mozilla’s Firefox, now block third-party cookies by default. Google Chrome has also committed to phasing out third-party cookies, with its Privacy Sandbox APIs offering more user control over tracking. As the reliance on third-party cookies wanes, advertisers and publishers are shifting toward alternative strategies, such as: Last Updated: July 2024 Like Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. Read more The Salesforce Story In Marc Benioff’s own words How did salesforce.com grow from a start up in a rented apartment into the world’s Read more Salesforce Jigsaw Salesforce.com, a prominent figure in cloud computing, has finalized a deal to acquire Jigsaw, a wiki-style business contact database, for Read more Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Salesforce Enhances Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Engine Data science and analytics are rapidly becoming standard features in enterprise applications, Read more

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March 9, 2022in Data, Google
Salesforce and Conga
08Mar

Salesforce and Conga

Salesforce and Conga. Conga Contracts offers a suite of contract lifecycle management products designed to save time, expedite deal closures, and enhance compliance. Key features include: Salesforce and Conga As the leader in contract management, electronic signature, document generation, and enterprise CPQ on the AppExchange, Conga is the trusted choice for businesses seeking to streamline their operations and improve efficiency. Elevate Your Sales and Service Processes Salesforce customers rely on Conga to automate business processes with efficiency and simplicity. From proposals to contract management to renewals, Conga optimizes key touchpoints throughout the revenue cycle, ensuring a seamless end-to-end user experience. Conga’s Comprehensive Solutions Conga Composer: Automate document generation and distribution within Salesforce, leveraging dynamic data to expedite workflows. Conga Sign: Securely obtain electronic signatures and store documents directly in Salesforce, offering a user-friendly and cost-effective solution. Conga CLM: Streamline contract lifecycle management by creating, negotiating, approving, and storing contracts within SFDC, facilitating faster sales and service processes. Conga Contract Intelligence: Harness the power of artificial intelligence to extract and organize data from commercial contracts, automating business processes and minimizing risk. Conga Grid: Visualize and manage data efficiently from multiple objects and records in a single grid, reducing clicks and enhancing productivity. Conga CPQ: Configure, price, and quote complex products and services at enterprise scale within Salesforce, ensuring accurate quotes and better deals. Partnership and Impact Conga has been a proud partner of Salesforce since 2006, with Salesforce Ventures investing in Conga. Customers across various industries utilize Conga to create industry-specific documents throughout the revenue cycle, from proposals to renewals. Customer Success Story: Autism CRC Autism CRC, a leading national cooperative research center, faced challenges managing paper-driven processes and complying with federal reporting requirements. By implementing Conga Composer, Conga Grid, and Conga Sign, they automated project lifecycles, streamlined collaboration, and significantly reduced administrative burdens. As a result, project leaders saved 80% of their time updating statuses and progress, allowing researchers to focus more on impactful work and reclaim their weekends. Like Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. Read more The Salesforce Story In Marc Benioff’s own words How did salesforce.com grow from a start up in a rented apartment into the world’s Read more Salesforce Jigsaw Salesforce.com, a prominent figure in cloud computing, has finalized a deal to acquire Jigsaw, a wiki-style business contact database, for Read more Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Salesforce Enhances Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Engine Data science and analytics are rapidly becoming standard features in enterprise applications, Read more

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Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud
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Benefits of Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud

Should nonprofit organizations embrace Customer Relationship Management (CRM)? The benefits of Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud for NGOs are numerous. Many nonprofit organizations are currently leveraging Salesforce’s CRM for Nonprofits, known as Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud. Salesforce proves instrumental in fortifying and expanding crucial relationships and opportunities aligned with your organization’s mission. Whether it’s maintaining strong connections with constituents, segmenting supporters based on issues and interests, tracking membership activities, or streamlining the donation process, Salesforce empowers nonprofits to confidently and effectively manage their data. What exactly is a nonprofit CRM? A CRM (Customer Relationship Management) is a software application designed to centralize data management, enhancing customer experience, satisfaction, engagement, and service by consolidating all communications across various channels into a unified location. Initially developed with sales, marketing, and customer service in mind, modern CRMs now extend their functionality to interact with all facets of an organization’s operations and business. They facilitate relationship and project management among team members, suppliers, partners, and contributors. CRM software proves invaluable for tracking, collecting, and managing critical information about donors, volunteers, employees, and projects. Benefits of Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud: Salesforce enhances organizational efficiency, enabling nonprofit organizations to lead and address significant challenges faced by the communities and concerns they serve. Salesforce serves as a guide to achieve objectives, professionalize approaches, and optimize influence. Tectonic offers tailored Nonprofit Quickstarts to streamline Salesforce implementation, backed by a dedicated team committed to your organization’s success. If you believe your organization can benefit from Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud, inquire today for a no-cost estimate. Like1 Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. Read more The Salesforce Story In Marc Benioff’s own words How did salesforce.com grow from a start up in a rented apartment into the world’s Read more Salesforce Jigsaw Salesforce.com, a prominent figure in cloud computing, has finalized a deal to acquire Jigsaw, a wiki-style business contact database, for Read more Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Salesforce Enhances Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Engine Data science and analytics are rapidly becoming standard features in enterprise applications, Read more

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March 6, 2022in Salesforce, Salesforce Development Services, Salesforce for Nonprofits, Salesforce Nonprofit Cloud
Salesforce Service Cloud
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Improved Agent Efficiency With Salesforce Service Cloud Customization

Are your service representatives finding the Lightning Service Console too cluttered? Salesforce Service Cloud customization to the rescue! Whether you’re planning to optimize your Service Cloud or seeking quick enhancements for your service team, there’s a plethora of features and tips available to boost the efficiency of your Service Cloud. If you haven’t implemented a console app for your customer service teams yet, you’re overlooking valuable time-saving functionalities. Console features differ slightly between Lightning and Classic. This guide focuses on the Service Cloud Lightning Console – for Classic feature details, refer to Salesforce Help or contact Tectonic. Split View with Salesforce Service Cloud Customization: Console Navigation: Workspace Tabs and Subtabs: Utility Bar Features: Like2 Related Posts Salesforce OEM AppExchange Expanding its reach beyond CRM, Salesforce.com has launched a new service called AppExchange OEM Edition, aimed at non-CRM service providers. Read more The Salesforce Story In Marc Benioff’s own words How did salesforce.com grow from a start up in a rented apartment into the world’s Read more Salesforce Jigsaw Salesforce.com, a prominent figure in cloud computing, has finalized a deal to acquire Jigsaw, a wiki-style business contact database, for Read more Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Salesforce Enhances Service Cloud with AI-Driven Intelligence Engine Data science and analytics are rapidly becoming standard features in enterprise applications, Read more

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