Salesforce Sales Cloud is among the most widely adopted Salesforce products. Naturally, this also happens to be one of the most frequent topics we cover here at Edison & Black as a top Salesforce Sales Cloud consulting partner. Based on popular demand, we have put together this guide designed to outline the step by step process to effectively implementing Salesforce Sales Cloud.
Salesforce Sales Cloud Implementation Process
We start by understanding what differentiates Salesforce Sales Cloud from its predecessors. Specifically, you’ll learn how Salesforce Sales Cloud is different from those in its Salesforce AppExchange partner ecosystem. Following this introduction, we then take you through the process of implementing Salesforce Sales Cloud.
What is Salesforce Sales Cloud?
Salesforce Sales Cloud is a cloud-based CRM and marketing automation suite that runs on Amazon Web Services (AWS) with the goal of giving you the power of a stand-alone CRM and sales automation tool. While it's no longer a stand-alone solution, Salesforce Sales Cloud has the same database functionality as a standalone product. It is ideal for use cases that need more than the capabilities of a traditional CRM, such as data mining, relationship mapping, multi-channel marketing, lead scoring, and follow-up. Why should I use Salesforce Sales Cloud? It’s easy to get wrapped up in the many features and ease of use of Salesforce. The main advantage to Salesforce Sales Cloud is its centralized nature.
Salesforce Sales Cloud Setup
In many ways, a Salesforce Sales Cloud implementation is identical to any other Salesforce product. Before you even begin implementing Sales Cloud, there are a few things you need to consider. Download the Salesforce account tool from your dashboard. In order to complete any Salesforce-related Sales Cloud projects, you need an account. Enter your Salesforce login credentials when prompted. Read the following setup steps in order: Install and Configure the service (using the installation and configuring service link). Once complete, configure the Account settings: Go to Settings and then click the Account link at the top right-hand corner of the screen. Click Account Settings. Go to the Personal Profile and select "New Configuration.
Salesforce Sales Cloud Configuration
Log In To Salesforce Sales Cloud The first step to getting Salesforce Sales Cloud configured is logging into Salesforce with your credentials. Log in to http://salesforce.com and create a login/password. This will allow you to log into the Salesforce site and begin configuring the company’s Salesforce instance. 2. Register & Configure Servers Next, we will need to configure the servers that the company’s Salesforce Sales Cloud will utilize. This will allow us to connect the company’s Salesforce account to the Salesforce system. First, log in to the Settings Dashboard. Next, on the left-hand side, click on the Account heading to login to the company’s Salesforce instance. The next step is to locate the Servers heading.
Salesforce Sales Cloud System Settings
Salesforce Sales Cloud is usually installed on the local or network server but if you don’t have a Salesforce instance installed locally, you can still run the Salesforce Sales Cloud. If you have just purchased a new Salesforce instance, that process will have already been started by the time you’ve read this. However, if you’re still running your own instances, then you may still have to set the Salesforce Sales Cloud settings. Note: Setting up Sales Cloud on a local or network server isn’t for everybody. We are only going to show the simple process of setting up Sales Cloud.
Salesforce Sales Cloud Customization
First, the path to implementing Salesforce Sales Cloud begins with a clear understanding of the product itself. To get to know Salesforce Sales Cloud, we suggest that you first perform an 'Inductive Orientation' session, whereby you need to explore the basics of Salesforce as you would have done with any other product. While many products often come with the expectation that their interface is intuitive, Salesforce Sales Cloud, being a full CRM, takes a different approach. Salesforce Sales Cloud is complex by design and therefore we strongly recommend that you consult with a trained Salesforce Sales Cloud expert to assist you in your implementation. As it's typically easy to begin from an empty slate, we recommend that you do this step first.
Salesforce Sales Cloud Training
In this post you will learn how to install and use Salesforce Sales Cloud. Following this, you will learn how to structure a valid Salesforce salesforce business model, how to manage different parts of the product and finally, how to apply a sales funnel to manage your company's sales activities. Prerequisites Before we get started, make sure that you have completed the following: Emails Email Registrations Registration And Dispatch Setup MailChimp Salesforce Integration Build a list of prospects Salesforce Leads Salesforce Users You Have No To Salesforce Marketing Suite Marketing Campaigns And Sales Analytics Employee Training SAP HANA Predictive Analytics In Salesforce Salesforce Functions – The Accidental Business Analytics Platform Let's get started!
Conclusion
In this article we have walked through the process of setting up your Salesforce Sales Cloud. Hopefully by now you are convinced you have what it takes to get the best from your Salesforce implementation. If not, then I hope the above article is enough to help you get there. Have you ever heard of microservices?