Customer Engagement news & resources

With Microsoft’s Parature acquisition, Dynamics CRM modernizes its customer service story

by Jason Gumpert
Though not well known in the Dynamics CRM ecosystem, Parature offers key capabilities for SaaS customer service in the mid market
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Microsoft acquires Parature, adding multi-channel customer service to Dynamics CRM

by Jason Gumpert
Knowledge management, portals, mobile self-service features aim to bolster the Dynamics CRM customer service offering
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Improving interactions and outcomes with xRM: A customer experience lifecycle model

by Christopher Barry
Technology-enabled techniques for managing both uncontrolled and controlled interactions with your customers
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Year End Reading: Top Ten Microsoft Dynamics CRM Feature Articles of 2013

by Jason Gumpert
A look at the Dynamics CRM feature pieces that had the most impact on MSDW readers in 2013
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Microsoft Dynamics Partner Roundup: Veo for CRM; MNSure call center CRM; AX practice acquisition; NAV not-for-profit win

by Linda Rosencrance
A selection of the latest announcements from the Dynamics partner channel
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Best of 2013: Top Microsoft Dynamics CRM news of the year

by Jason Gumpert
The team delivered on its plan to release CRM 2013, setting up a roadmap of enhancements in social, marketing, and customer service in 2014
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Take a picture: Exploring mobile device photo options with Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2013

by Mark Anderson
CRM 2013 added image support via the web interface, but camera access for mobile lags on the free smartphone and tablet apps
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Dynamics CRM 2013 for smartphones offers a good experience - with the right expectations

by Mark Anderson
Despite mixed app store reviews, experts see real use cases for CRM 2013 smartphone apps
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Microsoft Dynamics CRM 2013 tablet interface favors sales scenarios initially, experts find

by Mark Anderson
As CRM 2013 usage expands, partners see possibilities for broader range of possible tablet use cases
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Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online upgrades to CRM 2013 proceeding with few headaches, partners report

by Jason Gumpert
Challenges of adopting CRM 2013 before, after upgrade range from technical to organizational
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2025 Microsoft Business Applications Partner Marketing Insights Report

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Exclusive new research from MSDW reveals how Microsoft Biz Apps partners and customers are navigating a rapidly evolving market
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Connect the Customer Journey with Dynamics and Marketing Automation

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Unify your CRM and marketing automation to deliver smarter, more connected customer experiences that drive revenue.
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How to Use Custom Views and Charts in Dynamics 365 CRM

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Leveraging customized views and charts in Dynamics 365 CRM makes it easier for sales and service teams to manage and analyze data.
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Microsoft Dynamics 365 Pricing & Licensing Guide 2025

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Choose the right apps, users, and plans without getting lost in the technical jargon
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The Smart Leader’s Guide to Microsoft Copilot

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Discover how smart leaders are using Copilot to accelerate decisions, streamline operations, and drive measurable value
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Case Story: How a Solar Company in North America Streamlined its Business with Business Central and CRM

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How a solar energy company in Canada fixed their workflow problems by switching to modern business software
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How a Non-Profit Slashed ERP Costs by 60%

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See how a leading non-profit cut ERP costs by 60% and redefined global operations with Dynamics 365.
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Microsoft Dynamics 365 Sales Implementation: How a USA Manufacturer Transformed Its Sales Operations

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How Pinnacle Textiles Boosted Sales and Unburdened Service Teams with Dynamics GP-Integrated Ecommerce

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Digital Transformation at UBCJA

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How UBCJA is Enhancing Organizational Efficiency and Member Connectivity Through Strategic Technology Partnership
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MetaDocs - Document Management System

Streamline your business with MetaDocs: Efficient, Secure, and Intelligent Document Management MetaDocs is a robust document...
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MetaShip - Dynamics 365 Packing & Shipping Solution

Effortless Packing and Shipping, Seamlessly Integrated with Dynamics 365 Business Central MetaShip is a comprehensive packing...
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MetaPro - ERP for Professional Services

Managing People, Processes, and Systems with MetaPro, which is seamlessly integrated with the Microsoft Dynamics 365 Business...
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ServiceTeam ITAM

ServiceTeam ITAM lets you leverage Microsoft Power Apps, Dynamics 365 and the Power Platform eco-system to proactively plan...
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IT Service Management for Dynamics 365 Customer Service

Combine ITIL best practice with a market-leading service CRM to boost customer loyalty, internal productivity and team...
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