For CRM 4.0 developer newbies: the Developer Ramp-up Kit [link]
CRM 4.0, Customizations, Developer, Links July 10th, 2008
If the software development experience with Dynamics CRM 4.0 had to be summarized with one word, it would have to be flexibility. Let’s say there’s some type of functionality that Dynamics CRM can’t immediately address from within the application; there’s a good chance that there are development tools ready to make CRM work for your business, not the other way around.
Enter the Developer Ramp-up Kit for Microsoft Dynamics CRM 4.0. It’s a nice collection of videos, labs and other resources to get you up and running with the various tools available in CRM 4.0. To get the most out of the kit you’ll need some familiarity with the following:
- .NET Framework
- Microsoft Visual C#
- Javascript
- Microsoft SQL Server
- General Web development
For those looking to get familiar with Dynamics CRM’s extensibility, this is a one-stop shop for all the tools you need to get started.
http://msdn.microsoft.com/en-us/library/cc720132.aspx
To see the full list of contents in this kit, click on the below link.
Tags: CRM 4.0, Developer, development, SDK, Software
Great advice for small businesses: Ten ways to implement CRM on a tight budget
Consulting, Cool tips May 12th, 2008
Richard Boardman posted ten insightful points to implementing CRM on a tight budget at his The CRM Consultant blog (homepage). This impartial advice is a good start for small businesses that are looking to maximize the potential of their IT budget. I’ve condensed the major points below, but you can visit the article directly here to get the full analysis.
Feel free to contact me at Emerging Solutions if you’re evaluating Microsoft CRM for your business.
1. Get your requirements carefully mapped out first
2. You don’t need to go for premium brands
3. SAAS is not by definition cheaper
4. Shop around
5. Negotiate well
6. Don’t overload on software
7. Keep it simple to start
8. Take on more yourself
9. Rent a developer
10. Use third parties
Tags: Consulting, CRM, Small Business, Software
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