Updated February 23, 2018 · Originally published January 31, 2013

A cloud CRM solution brings with it many benefits, like security, reliability, and affordability. However, sometimes it can be hard to tell if the time is right to move to a cloud-based solution, like Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online.

I’ve found that often the best times to look at a new solution or a new means of deploying a solution are when you are faced with certain business challenges or times of change. Do you ever find yourself saying or thinking any of the following?

We’re having difficulty staffing qualified IT professionals.
We’re concerned about the security of our data.
We’re concerned about the security of our transactions.
We’re concerned about the security of our communications.
We aren’t always able to respond quickly to market demands.
We need to reduce overhead costs.
Staying up to date with evolving technologies is difficult for us.
Maintaining current hardware and software is time consuming.
We need to operate in real time to meet 24-hour demand.
We need to deliver services to remote offices or workers.
Our growth depends on our implementation of new technology.
We need to upgrade our infrastructure.
We need to relocate our infrastructure.
We’re undergoing a merger or acquisition.
The scale of our operations is going to change.
We want to expand into new markets.
We’d like to focus our efforts on our core competencies.
We need to focus only on mission-critical activities.
We need to implement a global IT network, but we lack the resources.
We’re concerned about our ability to keep up with the latest security threats.
We’re affected by privacy or security regulations.
We’re experiencing dynamic business growth but have a hiring freeze.
We need to maintain our current IT capabilities but are downsizing.

If any of those statements ring true for you and your organization, it may be a good time to consider a Microsoft Dynamics CRM Online that gives your users anywhere, anytime access to a cloud CRM solution that offers predictable, pay-as-you-go pricing, guaranteed services levels, simple applications management, and rapid implementation options.

To assess whether or not a cloud CRM solution is right for your business, request a complimentary Cloud Impact Assessment from Socius.

By Socius, a Cloud CRM Partner in Ohio and Kansas