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5 best CRM software for hotels in 2025
Your hotel already has a lot to manage in its tech stack. Between your PMS, CRS, and booking engine, it’s easy to lose sight of exactly what’s driving revenue — not to mention the frustration of losing commissions to OTAs. Using a CRM ensures you can pinpoint revenue sources, calculate ROI, and most importantly, foster the relationships that keep guests leaving positive reviews and coming back for more stays. That’s why we’ve put together this comprehensive list of the best CRM software for hotels, along with a comparison table, feature breakdowns, and a how-to guide. Our staff writer used AI […]
5 best CRMs for utilities in 2025
Water, electricity, and heat are complicated enough. Add the responsibility of regulations and customer relations, and utilities companies are set up for some complex challenges. Managing customer relationships, responding quickly to outages, integrating billing systems, and maintaining regulatory compliance — a customer relationship management system (CRM) for utilities can make these things easier. In a recent study by Capterra, 45% of businesses said their sales revenue improved by using effective CRM software. In fact, Reposit Power, a trailblazer in the Australian energy market, leveraged HubSpot CRM to implement an efficient workflow engine and sustain a remarkable 15% month-to-month growth rate. […]
OpenAI And Perplexity Set To Battle Google For Browser Dominance via @sejournal, @martinibuster
OpenAI and Perplexity are set to enter the 30-year browser war against Google Chrome. The post OpenAI And Perplexity Set To Battle Google For Browser Dominance appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
Ask An SEO: Should I Hire Candidates Who Can Use AI Tools Or Have Traditional Skills? via @sejournal, @HelenPollitt1
What makes a great SEO hire in today’s market? Helen Pollitt covers which skills count and where AI fits on this week’s Ask An SEO. The post Ask An SEO: Should I Hire Candidates Who Can Use AI Tools Or Have Traditional Skills? appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
4 best CRMs for consulting businesses in 2025
Managing client relationships is the cornerstone of any successful consulting business. Consulting firms face unique challenges in tracking prospects, managing complex project pipelines, and maintaining long-term client relationships across multiple engagements. Unlike traditional sales processes, consulting requires nurturing relationships over extended periods while juggling multiple stakeholders and project phases. A specialized CRM system helps consulting firms organize client data, automate follow-ups, track project progress, and deliver personalized experiences that win and retain high-value clients. Consulting firms using CRM software report 45% more qualified leads and significantly improved client retention rates. This comprehensive guide compares the…
4 best CRMs for manufacturing businesses in 2025
Manufacturing companies face unique challenges when managing customer relationships. Complex sales cycles, custom product configurations, and multi-stakeholder decision processes require specialized CRM capabilities that go beyond basic contact management. Manufacturing businesses need CRMs that can handle detailed product specifications, track lengthy approval processes, and integrate with ERP systems to manage inventory and production schedules. The right CRM solution transforms how manufacturing companies operate by streamlining quote-to-cash processes, improving sales forecasting accuracy, and enhancing customer service efficiency. This comprehensive comparison examines the top CRM platforms specifically designed to meet manufacturing industry needs, including…
Kevin Indig: SEO Has Changed Forever. What Marketers Need To Know Now
Katie Morton sits down with Kevin Indig to discuss what AI Overviews research reveals about clicks, trust, and evolving SEO strategy. The post Kevin Indig: SEO Has Changed Forever. What Marketers Need To Know Now appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
OpenAI Quietly Adds Shopify As A Shopping Search Partner via @sejournal, @martinibuster
OpenAI has added Shopify to ChatGPT’s shopping search as a third-party data source. The post OpenAI Quietly Adds Shopify As A Shopping Search Partner appeared first on Search Engine Journal.
HubSpot’s Marketing Hub pricing guide — AI-powered software for marketers
HubSpot’s Marketing Hub is a comprehensive marketing automation platform that helps businesses generate leads, automate campaigns, measure marketing performance, and more — all powered by HubSpot’s AI. With 82% of marketers reporting that HubSpot increased their lead generation, the platform has proven its effectiveness across businesses of all sizes. This guide provides current pricing information for all HubSpot Marketing Hub plans as of 2025. HubSpot Marketing Hub Pricing Overview HubSpot Marketing Hub offers four pricing tiers designed to scale with your business needs: Plan Monthly Cost Users Included Marketing Contacts Email Sends Onboarding Fee Free Marketing Tools $0 Up to […]
HubSpot’s Operations Hub pricing guide — streamlined, scalable, and built for growth
HubSpot’s Operations Hub is designed for teams who want to streamline operations and unlock new growth opportunities for their business. Whether you’re syncing apps, building efficient workflows, or governing complex datasets, Operations Hub helps you transform operations into a growth engine. 83% of businesses saw an increase in revenue in the first 12 months using HubSpot. From startups seeking automation without chaos to enterprises managing high-scale systems, this guide breaks down everything you need to know about Operations Hub’s pricing and features in 2025 — so you can find the right fit, fast. Operations Hub Pricing Overview Operations Hub has […]