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The Power of Choosing the Right Business Partner

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June 24, 2024

Gary Crouch

Selecting a business partner over a vendor can notably impact your company's success. A partner like CS3 Technology extends beyond mere product or service delivery, investing time in understanding your business needs and providing solutions that spur your business growth.

The Power of Partnership

A vendor sells you products or services, whereas a business partner collaborates with you, comprehends your needs, and offers solutions aligned with your business goals. At CS3 Technology, we embrace this partnership ethos. We acknowledge that each business is unique and demands tailored solutions. We're not just selling a product; we're delivering a comprehensive service that boosts your operational efficiency and fosters business growth.

Customer Service: The CS3 Way

At CS3 Technology, customer service is not a department; it's everyone's job. Our commitment to customer service differentiates us. We believe that exceptional client service is not merely about resolving issues; it involves building relationships, understanding client needs, and delivering value at every interaction.

CS3 Client Services: A Cut Above the Rest

Our client services are engineered to provide more than just support; they are structured to facilitate success. Choosing CS3 Technology, you're not just selecting a service provider; you're gaining a partner committed to your success. We're here to guide, support, and work with you at every step.

"The best way to find yourself is to lose yourself in the service of others." - Mahatma Gandhi

Changes in Customer Service

The business software market is continually growing, and 2020 demonstrated how much businesses depend on cloud-based software solutions. Trust in a software vendor is critical in this industry, and customers need to be sure their vendors provide the promised level of service while ensuring security and operational continuity. Service Level Agreements (SLAs) form the standard baseline of services expected from a tech vendor, covering aspects like uptime and availability. However, the cloud ERP provider we represent, Acumatica, provides further assurances with a 'Customer Bill of Rights.' This includes a maximum annual price increase of 3%, deployment flexibility, and guaranteed data ownership to the customer. This clear list of expectations, detailed in their contract, assures customers of the kind of partner and solution they get with Acumatica. This degree of transparency is becoming increasingly crucial in the tech industry, and we anticipate seeing more 'Customer Bill of Rights' across the board.

Marketing and Sales: Working Hand in Hand

The first interaction a potential customer might have with your company could be through a simple Google search, your website, or a link they followed. This is the commencement of the customer service lifecycle. Your marketing team needs to be inventive and think outside the box. A mutual understanding between marketing and sales is a bonus, preventing customer frustration due to a disconnect between a marketing promise and sales knowledge. Marketing aims to build the bridge between the customer and sales to meet in the middle and initiate a plan.

Once the customer's interest is piqued, it's up to sales to close the deal. Sales will comprehend the customer's needs and build rapport. CS3 Technology works with your team, providing the best business knowledge and expertise to improve your overall operations.

The Customer Lifecycle: Beyond Delivery

Post-delivery, world-class service doesn't stop. CS3 Technology is there for you to answer day-to-day questions and assist with continued improvements. The ultimate goal for the customer lifecycle is to garner referrals, initiating the process anew. This can also refer to brand loyalty. If you can't serve your customers' needs, they will look elsewhere, no matter how you initially landed that customer.

At CS3 Technology, we want you to remain our customer, so we continuously educate our team to better serve you. The key to building your company? Great customer service throughout the entire customer lifecycle.

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