Volvo: Global CRM framework

Implementation of harmonized CRM processes and central CRM system

Background

  • Due to inconsistent communication in and across markets consumers perceive scattered pictures of the OEM’s brand
  • Loyalty rates are relatively low compared to other OEMs and are further decreasing
  • The Ability to cross- and up-sell products is limited
  • A historically grown, de-central and heterogeneous CRM process and system landscape results in high costs
  • Capgemini was asked to review the CRM status quo, analyse business needs, develop a strategic CRM framework and design and deploy a CRM transformation program for mature markets

Solution

  • Review of existing CRM processes, systems and organizational structures
  • Analysis of business needs and development of a comprehensive CRM to-be process framework
  • Implementation of harmonized CRM processes and central CRM system based on Siebel eAutomotive V8 and Oracle BI V10 covering
  • State-of-the art campaign management including advanced segmentation capabilities
  • Intelligent, conversion-centered lead management
  • Comprehensive analytics to understand the consumer and measure campaign efficiency
  • Development of a hybrid retail integration approach including a dedicated lead management and campaign review web-based solution and dealer system interfaces

Benefit/Results

  • Increased conversion of centrally generated leads into sales through streamlined process with seamless dealer integration
  • Ability to see one footprint of the consumer through integrated systems
  • Converged and harmonized CRM processes allowing to identify and leverage best practices markets and brands
  • Substitution of local systems with a central CRM solution
  • Realization of efficiencies in CRM processes leads to direct cost reduction with external suppliers
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