CRM for MAC – Good News for Apple Users
Everyone knows the computer world is divided by one defining question, Mac or PC? Users of Apple products are fiercely loyal to the brand, often owning a macbook, iPhone and iPad. So it’s no surprise the software industry has created CRM for Apple addicts to deploy specifically on Apple products.
CRM for Mac
In addition to CRM systems being customized for Apple’s operating system iOS, the SaaS movement has seen an influx of compatibility for deployment on Apple’s Safari. SaaS CRM solutions have gone further to actually customize their product to be as mobile as their customers demand, by formatting them for iPhone and iPad use.
The CRM solutions designed for iOS are great for Apple users because they almost always sync with the address book and iCal apps. They also benefit from Apple’s intuitive design layout.
CRM solutions designed specifically for iOS are often great tools for smaller companies and families. They are ideal for organization but not as robust as their SaaS counterparts. That is, by in large, a direct result of the market giants – Salesforce.com, Oracle On Demand, SugarCRM etc. offering these SaaS platforms.
Curious about which solution is right for you? We have made some charts to show you the solutions and a few of their features to get you started on your search.
CRM for iOS
| Bento | Daylite | Elements CRM | Soho Organizer |
| Versatile and Affordable | Business oriented features | Seamless integration and sleek design | Syncs with iCal, Mail, & Address Book |
| Intuitive iTunes layout | Employee management focused | Part Cloud, Part Desktop deployment | Unique features and tools |
| $49.00 – $99.00 | $279.95 per user | $49-$59 per user, per month | $99 single user, $179.00 family pack |
SaaS CRM for Apple
| SugarCRM | NetSuite | Salesforce.com | Oracle On Demand |
| Quick view display, shows urgent calls and meetings | On-the-go, optimized access to NetSuite’s integrated business suite | Completely cloud based solution, available anytime/anywhere | ‘Oracle University’ training for Oracle on Apple, via iTunes |
| Data-sync contacts and additional info to iPad and iPhone | Real-time dashboards and report snapshots | Robust security keeps customer data secure | Free email integration with Oracle CRM on Demand for Apple Mail |
| Drag and drop applications for a customized user interface | Customer, sales and financial data with calendar management | Rich integration capabilities with Mac-based applications via apps and synchronization tools | Available anytime/anywhere on internet connected devices |
But that’s just the tip of the CRM iceberg, if you are seriously looking for a CRM solution and want a little help you can read our white paper ‘Choosing CRM, questions to ask and costly mistakes to avoid’ or speak with a trained software analyst by emailing info@softwarefit.com.
