This document discusses customer relationship management (CRM) and customer experience (CX) management. It defines CRM as a system for managing interactions with current and future customers through sales, marketing, customer service and technical support. Key characteristics of CRM include relationship management, sales force automation, use of data warehouse technology, and opportunity management. Implementing CRM involves analyzing, planning, implementing, testing, deploying and training. CX management focuses on creating complete customer profiles, personalizing interactions, and providing the right information at the right time. Benefits include strengthening brands, boosting revenue and loyalty, and lowering costs.