The Role of Comprehensive Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Systems in Achieving High Retention Rates

Mwikali Helen K.

Faculty of Business and Management Kampala International University Uganda        

ABSTRACT

High client retention rates were crucial for maintaining growth and profitability in today’s competitive business world. CRM solutions played a crucial role in facilitating the effective management of client contacts across several channels for organisations. These systems integrate consumer data and streamline procedures, offering a cohesive perspective of customer interactions and preferences. This paper examined how complete CRM systems may improve customer retention via personalised experiences, streamlined sales processes, and data analytics for informed decision-making. Although the advantages of CRM systems are clear, there are still obstacles to overcome, including data integration, expensive installation expenses, and ongoing adaptation and staff training. The research examined a comprehensive knowledge of CRM utilisation and its influence on customer retention. The results emphasised the significance of a well-planned deployment of customer relationship management (CRM) in promoting customer loyalty, enhancing operational effectiveness, and increasing revenue generation. Suggested strategies for firms include allocating resources towards data integration, providing comprehensive staff training, implementing continuous improvement practices, using sophisticated analytics, and cultivating a customer-centric culture.

Keywords: Customer Relationship Management (CRM), Customer Retention, Data Integration, Personalised Customer Experience, Sales Force Automation (SFA).

CITE AS: Mwikali Helen K. (2024). The Role of Comprehensive Customer Relationship Management (CRM) Systems in Achieving High Retention Rates. IDOSR JOURNAL OF CURRENT ISSUES IN SOCIAL SCIENCES 10(1):33-35. https://doi.org/10.59298/JCISS/2024/101.19273335