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Government-Citizen Communication
05Nov

Government-Citizen Communication

Engaging Citizens and Influencing Behavior: A Public Sector Strategy Engaging citizens and influencing their behavior to achieve mission-critical outcomes follows a model similar to the traditional marketing funnel used in the private sector. By adapting this approach, government communicators can drive tangible results that contribute to the overall well-being of society. Government-Citizen Communication. Public Sector Communication Objectives: In today’s digital age, citizens expect timely, personalized communication. To meet this demand, government agencies must deliver the right message through the right channels at the right time. A failure to do so risks reduced engagement, which can negatively affect the success of public programs. Expanding Audience Reach To maximize citizen engagement, it’s crucial to focus on reaching a broader audience rather than narrowing it. A key question for communicators and their teams to ask is: “How broad is our audience?” This is an essential aspect of the funnel that ensures wider reach and greater impact. Communication Methods Public sector communication often utilizes a mix of channels, including radio, newspapers, television, and social media, to connect with the public. Collaboration is vital in this sector, requiring effective communication tools to coordinate across teams, departments, and agencies. As technology evolves, new tools are enhancing how public servants communicate and collaborate. Technology-Driven Collaboration Tools Several communication and collaboration tools are reshaping how the public sector operates: Best Practices for Government-Citizen Communication To foster effective engagement, government agencies should implement the following best practices: Secure, Customizable Citizen Communication Solutions Governments can benefit from a secure, open-source communication tool tailored to public sector needs. Such solutions ensure compliance with data protection laws and foster trust between citizens and government institutions, enhancing public service delivery and digital engagement. Tectonic’s Conclusion For optimal citizen engagement, government communicators must focus on expanding their audience reach and utilizing advanced communication tools. In doing so, they can enhance collaboration, drive citizen involvement, and ensure the success of critical public programs. 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 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

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November 5, 2023in Data, Google, Laws, Public Sector Solutions, Technology
Data Cloud Free Licenses
15Sep

Data Cloud Free Licenses

Salesforce Announces Data Cloud Free Licenses at Dreamforce 2023 At Dreamforce 2023, Salesforce announced that free Data Cloud licenses are now included for all Enterprise Edition or above customers to help them familiarize themselves with new capabilities and develop use case ideas. Starting September 19th, 2023, Enterprise Edition and above customers can get started with Data Cloud Provisioning at no cost by signing up under Your Account. Data Cloud Provisioning includes: Unlimited Plus Edition customers will get access to 2,500,000 Data Service credits. Two Tableau Creator licenses are a separate line item and can be quoted by your Salesforce Account Executive. Salesforce has been focusing on large data and AI tools for several years, acquiring Tableau, accelerating their Einstein AI tools, and significantly extending the Data Cloud product. Data Cloud allows you to easily harmonize data, analyze it in Tableau, and make it actionable across marketing, sales, and service. What Can I Do with Data Cloud? Data Cloud enables customers to start with one of three use cases: Across these use cases, customers can ingest data from multiple sources, unify data with identity resolution, calculate insights, visualize data in Tableau (with the provisioning of the Tableau Cloud – Creator for Data Cloud SKU), and view consolidated data on the contact record. Differences Between Data Cloud and Data Cloud Provisioning Functionality: Data Cloud Provisioning includes all the features of the existing Data Cloud offerings, except Segmentation and Activation. Credits for Segmentation and Activation can be purchased as add-ons through Marketing Cloud account teams. Capacity: Both include 1 TB of data storage, 1 Data Cloud admin, 100 internal Data Cloud identity users, 1,000 Data Cloud PSL, and 5 integration users. Entitlement: Data Cloud Provisioning entitlement is the same for all Enterprise Edition and above customers. Additional Information Sandbox Availability: Data Cloud is not available in Sandbox orgs; it can only be provisioned to an existing production org. Professional Edition Access: Data Cloud Provisioning is not available to Professional Edition customers. Existing Data Cloud or CDP Customers: Those with an existing Data Cloud or CDP tenant cannot sign up for Data Cloud Provisioning. Unlimited Edition Plus Bundle Customers: Data Cloud Provisioning is not available, as the bundle includes a Data Cloud tenant. Edition Information: Check your Salesforce org’s edition in Setup > Company Information > Organization Edition. Government Cloud: Data Cloud Provisioning is not available. Non-Profit Customers: Data Cloud Provisioning is available. Industry Cloud Customers: Industry Cloud customers with Enterprise Edition and above are eligible. ISV Partners: Data Cloud Provisioning is not accessible via Your Account in ISV Enterprise Edition orgs. ISV Partners need to create a support case with the Partner Ops team to request provisioning. Existing Tableau Customers: Tableau Cloud – Creator for Data Cloud is intended to provision a new Tableau tenant (aka site). Multiple Instances: Only one Data Cloud Provisioning instance is allowed per account/tenant. Access to Tableau Cloud – Creator for Data Cloud: To get access, you must have or include on the same quote any of the following: 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 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

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September 15, 2023in Salesforce Data Cloud
Channels and Tactics Redefine Customer Engagement
13May

Channels and Tactics Redefine Customer Engagement

In today’s digital era, data is the core of enterprises, transforming actionable insights from a secondary role to a mission-critical element. Channels and Tactics Redefine Customer Engagement for nearly everyone. Marketers are investing heavily in tools and technologies that unify data, enabling brands to create unique customer profiles, automate campaigns, and scale personalized strategies effectively. While customer relationship management (CRM) systems are widely popular, marketers use a variety of tools to maintain relationships throughout the customer lifecycle. Notably, 89% of B2B and B2B2C marketers utilize account-based marketing platforms to conduct targeted campaigns in collaboration with their sales and service teams. To meet the growing demand for data-driven, personalized, and scalable customer experiences, over half of marketers have adopted artificial intelligence (AI). Additionally, 90% use CRM systems, 89% employ account-based marketing platforms, and 62% leverage AI. Marketers are keenly aware of customer trends and are experimenting with new digital channels to connect with their audience. Chief Marketing Officers (CMOs) cite customer preferences and expectations as the primary drivers of digital strategy. Recognizing the dominance of streaming services in the media landscape, marketers are increasingly using TV and over-the-top (OTT) platforms to reach prospects and customers. Video remains a crucial component of the marketing mix, with both pre-produced and livestream videos gaining traction. As customers show a growing preference for online engagement, marketers are leveraging a wide range of interactive and user-generated content to satisfy this demand. Interactive content and livestream videos, in particular, have experienced the most significant annual growth. Channels and Tactics Redefine Customer Engagement and that is not likely to change any time soon. 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 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

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May 13, 2023in Marketing Automation, Salesforce Implementation Services, Salesforce Marketing Cloud, Salesforce Optimization, Salesforce Sales Cloud
Salesforce for Retail
24Jan

Salesforce for Retail

Salesforce for retail is widely utilized, offering a tailored CRM solution that empowers users to efficiently manage inventory, orders, and deliveries from a customized platform. With insights into customer purchase patterns and history, businesses can craft personalized shopping experiences, fostering loyalty and satisfaction. The platform facilitates the integration of diverse revenue streams, enabling the creation of a seamless omnichannel experience that harmonizes with all facets of the business. Mobile support ensures that employees can assist customers from anywhere, fostering accessibility and responsiveness. Additionally, Salesforce keeps the entire team aligned on the sales process, promoting collaboration and maximizing results. In the retail industry, Salesforce is indispensable for maintaining inventory visibility across different levels, minimizing leaks, and ensuring timely order tracking and delivery management. Its smart targeting capabilities drive awareness and acquisition, making marketing efforts more effective. Leveraging the commerce cloud, Salesforce transforms shoppers into buyers faster, delivering a seamless experience across web, social media, mobile, and physical stores. By automating manual tasks, Salesforce boosts the productivity of sales teams, allowing them to access crucial information via mobile devices even amidst busy schedules. Companies utilizing Salesforce CRM in retail harness the platform to understand and prioritize customer needs, develop targeted marketing strategies, and deliver timely and relevant messages. For businesses seeking to leverage Salesforce CRM effectively, a Salesforce CRM users list provides case studies from leading companies in the retail sector, such as Pepe Jeans and Loreal. 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 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

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January 24, 2023in Salesforce
Improved Quoting Process
29Sep

Improved Quoting Process

Is Your Quoting Process Suffering from Pricing Errors or Delays? Are pricing errors or inconsistencies slowing down your quoting process and leading to customer dissatisfaction? Is the generation of quotes or proposals hampered by bottlenecks? Are your sales reps finding it challenging to navigate complex pricing structures, discounts, or promotions? Its time for an Improved Quoting Process from Salesforce. For many businesses leveraging Salesforce for sales automation, CPQ (Configure, Price, Quote) software provides solutions to these challenging issues, helping companies scale their pricing and selling strategies more effectively. If your current Salesforce quoting process is fraught with inefficiencies and errors, it may be time to explore Salesforce CPQ software options. Let’s examine the challenges you might be facing and the signs that indicate it’s time to adopt a CPQ solution. What Problem Does Improved Quoting Process Solve? As market demands shift toward self-service, omnichannel support, industry-specific solutions, and intelligent, user-friendly interfaces, businesses need to adapt to stay competitive. This is particularly important in industries such as manufacturing, telecommunications, and software as a service (SaaS). Common hurdles businesses face before implementing Salesforce quoting software include: Who Benefits from Salesforce Quoting Software? Approximately 83% of sales representatives use configure, price, and quote solutions, underscoring their importance. Among Salesforce users, those who benefit most from CPQ software include: Embracing Salesforce CPQ can help streamline your quoting process, improve accuracy, and boost overall efficiency. If these challenges resonate with your current operations, it might be time to consider the benefits of a CPQ solution from Tectonic. Contact us today. 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 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

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September 29, 2022in Salesforce CPQ
Salesforce Omni-Channel
28Sep

Salesforce Omni-Channel

Omni-Channel in Salesforce is a feature embedded within the Customer Service and Console, facilitating the automated routing of various work items like Leads and Cases to agents. This feature intelligently distributes work items based on agent capacity, priority, skillset, and other factors. The multichannel approach emphasizes customer engagement, whereas the omnichannel strategy prioritizes customer experience. Multichannel endeavors to engage customers across various channels to enhance interaction, a fundamental metric in this approach. Routing Work with Omni-Channel: Omni-Channel is a versatile, customizable feature that can be configured without coding. It enables the management of work item priorities, ensuring prompt assignment of critical tasks to agents. Agents’ workload can be optimized to match their capacity, ensuring they handle an appropriate number of assignments. Moreover, agents can be designated for specific types of tasks, streamlining workflows. Omni-Channel routes work requests to available and qualified support agents within the application. Real-time operational insights are provided to supervisors through Omni Supervisor, eliminating the need for manual assignment selection. This efficiency saves time, effort, and enhances productivity, enabling agents to assist customers promptly and effectively. Important Note: Routing logic is applied upon work item assignment, and subsequent changes to field values do not trigger reapplication of routing logic. Omni-Channel is compatible with both Lightning Experience (preferred) and Salesforce Classic, functioning seamlessly in standard and console apps. Enhanced Omni-Channel is recommended over Standard Omni-Channel due to its superior features and ongoing development focus. It offers enhanced experiences for agents and supervisors, aligning with future Omni-Channel advancements. Set Up and Testing: Utilize Omni-Channel to route work items to queues, agents, skills, and Einstein Bots (on supported channels). Configuration options include Omni-Channel flows, catering to diverse business needs. Ensure successful implementation by setting up Omni-Channel to route incoming work items to qualified and available support agents seamlessly across console and standard apps. Subsequently, test the implementation to verify its functionality. Agent and Supervisor Management: Leverage Omni Supervisor to manage agents, queues, and skills efficiently. This tool provides comprehensive oversight, optimizing resource allocation and performance tracking. Customer Support and Benefits: Deliver real-time customer support across preferred communication channels, such as phone, messaging, or chat. Omni-Channel enhances customer insights, satisfaction, agent productivity, and operational cost-effectiveness, differentiating your business in the competitive landscape. Limitation Awareness: In instances where Omni-Channel agents encounter “LIMIT_EXCEEDED” errors, it may indicate queue capacity constraints. Monitoring queue load and managing work item volume is essential to prevent disruptions in routing and ensure uninterrupted service delivery. 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 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

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September 28, 2021in Salesforce
Implications for the DMP Landscape
24Jul

Implications for the DMP Landscape

Salesforce Sunsets Audience Studio: Implications for the DMP Landscape Salesforce recently announced the discontinuation of Audience Studio, their Data Management Platform (DMP) acquired five years ago as Krux. This move raises questions about the future of DMPs in the evolving digital landscape. Implications for the DMP Landscape. Current State of DMPs Understanding the context and future of DMPs requires examining their current functionality and limitations: Inherent DMP Limitations Salesforce’s decision to sunset their DMP highlights several critical limitations inherent to the technology: DMP Strengths Despite these limitations, DMPs still offer value in certain areas: Uncertain Future of DMPs The future of DMPs is uncertain as they primarily serve media optimization reliant on third-party cookies. While evolution in the post-cookie world is possible, it requires significant changes in technology and adtech provider support. Advantages of CDPs CDPs address many of the shortcomings of DMPs and offer several advantages: Challenges and Future Developments The quest for a comprehensive view of the customer journey remains challenging due to data silos within major platforms like Google, Facebook, and Amazon. However, emerging technologies like Google’s Federated Learning of Cohorts (FLoC) offer potential solutions for privacy-preserving data sharing. Strategies for Marketers Marketers need to focus on building first-party data sets and quantifying their value. This involves: Transitioning from DMP to CDP For brands transitioning from DMPs to CDPs, selecting the right CDP is crucial. Key features to look for include: Conclusion The discontinuation of Salesforce’s Audience Studio reflects broader trends and challenges within the DMP category. As the digital landscape evolves, CDPs are emerging as a more effective and future-proof solution for managing and leveraging customer data. Brands must adapt by investing in robust CDP solutions that offer comprehensive, customer-centric data management and engagement capabilities. 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 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

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July 24, 2021in Salesforce Data Cloud, Salesforce Optimization
Computer Telephony Integration Salesforce
05May

Computer Telephony Integration Salesforce

What is Computer Telephony Integration in Salesforce? Computer telephony integration in Salesforce enhances communication and streamlines workflows by enabling users to handle calls, track call data, and access customer information within a unified platform. This integration is facilitated through VoIP (Voice over Internet Protocol) services. Understanding Computer Telephony Integration (CTI) Computer Telephony Integration (CTI) links a call center’s telephone systems to their business applications, allowing for better call management and control through business software. CTI in Salesforce connects computer and phone systems to streamline customer service and sales operations, providing several benefits: Additional Benefits of CTI in Salesforce Business Benefits of CTI CTI benefits businesses by: Salesforce CTI Tools Computer Telephony Integration Protocol CTI software uses VoIP to turn your computer into an extension of your phone, enabling interactive customer data access and one-click dialing. Getting Started with Salesforce CTI CTI is a key element of an omnichannel customer service strategy. It allows data to flow between computers, phones, and core systems like CRM. Key features include: How Salesforce CTI Works Salesforce CTI relies on integration patterns such as bidirectional sync and data aggregation. It creates a two-way communication link between Salesforce and the telephony system, while aggregating data on the user’s desktop with a softphone system. Creating Salesforce CTI with an Application Network Point-to-point integration can create challenges for IT teams and businesses, such as duplicate APIs, slow integration processes, and maintenance difficulties. Building Salesforce CTI with an application network, which uses API-led connectivity, solves these issues by: Conclusion Telephony integration in Salesforce, through CTI, significantly enhances communication, customer service, and sales operations. By leveraging advanced features and streamlined processes, businesses can improve their efficiency and customer experience. For more information on Salesforce services, contact Tectonic, a Salesforce Consulting Partner. 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 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

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May 5, 2021in Mulesoft, Salesforce

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