Information management systems for strategic advantage

The full advantages of a Management Information System (MIS), can only be realised when implemented and approached as a strategic initiative, states Microsoft Gold Partner Mint Management Technologies client relationship management (CRM) director Chris Barry.  The...

Generating leads for any business

Many organisations battle with lead generation. Marketing initiatives have changed significantly due to the advent of the Internet, smart devices and the addition of several new channels and ways to market in real time. “Companies are still employing ineffective...

Design digital experiences to entice and retain customers

The digital world is a noisy one, with many voices competing for your attention and focus. And like in any buyer’s market, the balance of power, choice and selection has veered in favour of the end-user. Consumers are empowered to search for information and...

A pipeline to achieve your sales goals this year

All organisations start a new year with high hopes and lofty aspirations for their sales and marketing goals. In tough economic times, whether or not the past year has been a good or a bad one, starting the year with the aim of achieving sales goals is a positive...

The re-invention of customer service

Companies looking to leverage the advantages of advanced analytics and omni-channel communication require a deeper understanding of the customer journey. That’s the latest word on customer service from Quinton Pienaar, CEO of Agilitude a Salesforce.com and...

CX demands to be harnessed by analytics

The digital generation – Gen D – demands more of organisations across a growing number of digital channels. Analytics, agility and intelligent contact centre platforms help organisations deliver, says Deon Scheepers, manager: sales operations at...