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Today, CRM is data-intensive and organizations need fresh strategies to coordinate massive amounts of data from a variety of sources – both internal and external. 

This CW Buyer’s Guide for CRM explores how to bring the power of advanced analytics to bear on all of the data that currently exists in your organization. Learn how to craft data-first CRM strategies and get tips about:

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