Top CRM Consultants
Customer Relationship Management (CRM) consulting helps businesses select, implement, integrate, and optimize the CRM platform that runs their sales, marketing, and customer service operations. A CRM consultant audits your workflows, migrates and cleans customer data, customizes and configures the system, connects it to tools like ERP and marketing automation, and trains your team so the platform actually gets adopted.
Most CRM consultants specialize by platform. On Clutch you can compare verified Salesforce consultants, HubSpot partners, and Microsoft Dynamics consultants along with firms supporting Zoho, NetSuite, Oracle, and other systems, so you can shortlist partners certified in the platform you already run or plan to adopt.
Engagements here typically start at a $1,000 minimum project size, with hourly rates running from under $25 to $300+ depending on platform complexity and seniority; entry-level configuration work commonly falls in the $25–$49/hr band. Every firm listed is verified through Clutch's review process, which confirms business registration, legal history, and client feedback, so you can compare on evidence rather than marketing.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Thorold, CanadaServices provided
See all 45 projectsComputan is a versatile web development company offering comprehensive services, including WordPress and HubSpot development, CMS integration, and digital marketing support. Overall, 100% of reviews highlight their technical expertise and reliability, with approximately 85% praising their timeliness and communication. Clients appreciate Computan's adaptability and value for cost, though some suggest minor improvements in project delivery visibility and proactive communication.
$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49kamloops, CanadaServices provided
See all 102 projectsSet2Close is a CRM Consultancy specializing in CRM Implementation, Integration, and Customer Relationship Management Consulting. They receive consistently positive feedback, with 100% of reviews highlighting their expertise in HubSpot, exceptional project management, and personalized support. Clients particularly appreciate their organized approach and ability to tailor solutions to specific business needs, as noted in 80% of the reviews.
$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Austin, TXServices provided
See all 103 projectsPeeklogic, LLC specializes in CRM Consultancy, CRM Implementation, and CRM Integration, with a focus on Salesforce solutions. Based on client reviews, 100% of the feedback is positive, highlighting their professionalism, timely delivery, and strong communication skills. Clients frequently mention Peeklogic's ability to rescue and enhance complex projects, demonstrating their expertise in Customer Relationship Management Integration.
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In Nairobi, Kenya, KALON BRILLIANCE HACKS AND SOLUTIONS is an IT strategy consulting company. The team specializes in IT strategy consulting and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Chennai, India
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Evanam Consulting LLP, an ERP consulting and SI company, is located in Chennai, India. The team provides ERP consulting and SI and IT staff augmentation.
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Chicago, ILServices provided
See all 15 projectsCloudMasonry is a CRM Consultancy specializing in CRM Implementation, CRM Integration, and Customer Relationship Management Consulting services. Their reviews reflect a high level of expertise, professionalism, and client satisfaction, with 100% of reviewers expressing positive feedback. Clients commend their proactive approach, knowledge in CRM systems, and ability to deliver projects on time and within budget.
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Founded in 2024, Herba Inc LTD, a small software development firm, is in London, England. Their team offers Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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Xtenza Tech is a Sirumugai, India-based website development firm. They specialize in Web Development and Custom Software Development.
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IT House is a custom software development company. Established in 2021, the firm is in Prnjavor, Bosnia and Herzegovina. Their services include Custom Software Development and Digital Strategy.
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Established in 2024, Raya Software Solutions is a software development company. Located in Ahmedabad, India, the team focuses on Custom Software Development and IT strategy consulting.
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$5,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Dehradun, India
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Launched in 2025, Fractallogy is a small CRM consulting and SI company. Their team offers CRM consulting and SI and Custom Software Development.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9San Salvador, El Salvador
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Branding firm Linkbait was launched in 2014. The team focuses on Branding and Web Development.
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Undisclosed$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Tours, France
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Founded in 2025, DGL Agency is a small Digital Strategy company located in Tours, France. Their team provides Digital Strategy and Social Media Marketing.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Kolkata, India
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Custom software development company Codanorm Solutions was launched in 2026. The company specializes in Custom Software Development and Web Development, and is small.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9
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BlueWolf Marketing Agency, an Advertising company, is located in Los Angeles, California. The team offers Advertising and Fractional CMO Services.
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Advocly, a business intelligence company, is located in Warsaw, Poland. The team provides BI & big data consulting & SI and IT strategy consulting.
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Devsprinters is a website development company in Lima, Peru. They provide Web Development and UX/UI Design.
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IT strategy consulting company The Anand Technologies was founded in 2022. Located in Blacktown, Australia, the team offers IT strategy consulting and CRM consulting and SI.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Delhi, India
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Zyvrus Private Limited is an IT strategy consulting company in Delhi, India. They provide IT strategy consulting and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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ShreVin Solutions is a website development firm in Ahmedabad, India. Their services include Web Development and E-Commerce Development.
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Headquartered in Leon, Mexico, Nexus Studio is a small custom software development company. The team provides Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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S4 Solutions is a custom software development company launched in 2026. The company offers Custom Software Development and AI Consulting.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Multan, Pakistan
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Automation Hub is a small web design company in Multan, Pakistan. Their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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AG Digital Group is a Marketing Strategy company. The team is headquartered in Portland, Maine, and their services include Marketing Strategy and Direct Marketing.
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99CRAFT is an e-commerce development firm. Established in 2026, the company is headquartered in Ahmedabad, India. Their services include E-Commerce Development and Web Development.
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Emergent Logic Consulting is an IT managed services company headquartered in Surrey, Canada. They provide IT managed services and CRM consulting and SI and were founded in 2026.
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Kopi Studio is a web design company. Established in 2025, the firm is located in Singapore, Singapore. Their services include Web Design and Web Development.
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Creative Hauz is a Business Consulting company. The Dubai, United Arab Emirates-based company was founded in 2026. Their services include Business Consulting and Marketing Strategy.
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9San Francisco, CA
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Rivet Flow is a CRM consulting and SI company. Based in San Francisco, California, the firm provides CRM consulting and SI and cloud consulting & SI.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Lahore, Pakistan
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Hectahash is an IT staff augmentation company. The Lahore, Pakistan-based company was established in 2025. Their team offers IT staff augmentation and IT strategy consulting.
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$25,000+$200 - $300 / hr2 - 9Lawrenceville, GA
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Based in Lawrenceville, Georgia, Nankiconstinggroup is an IT strategy consulting company. They focus on IT strategy consulting and cloud consulting & SI and were founded in 2026.
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KloudFirst Technologies is a mobile app development company. Established in 2023, the team provides Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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$10,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Montréal, Canada
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FML Consultation is a Business Consulting company established in 2025. Their team provides Business Consulting and Marketing Strategy.
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Custom software development firm Trired Global Solutions was established in 2026. The company specializes in Custom Software Development and IT strategy consulting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Voluntari, Romania
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Otonomica is an artificial intelligence development company. The company is based in Voluntari, Romania. Their services include Artificial Intelligence and Custom Software Development.
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Bisidq Solutions is an ERP consulting and SI company. Their small team is based in Thalassery, India and specializes in ERP consulting and SI and AI Agents. The firm was launched in 2026.
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CodeZyntax Softwares LLP is a web design company. The team provides Web Design and Custom Software Development, and the company is located in Pattambi, India.
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S P Associates, a mobile application development firm, is headquartered in Hyderabad, India. Their services include Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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Small AI Agents company Very Much Ai, is headquartered in Dover, Delaware and Mexico City, Mexico. The team focuses on AI Agents and IT managed services.
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NETSYS IT is a Cybersecurity company. Their team is in Abu Dhabi, United Arab Emirates and Colombo, Sri Lanka. The agency focuses on Cybersecurity and Artificial Intelligence.
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Potter Analytics Group is a CRM consulting and SI company in Las Vegas, Nevada. They provide CRM consulting and SI and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9O'Fallon, MO
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Pixel MJ is a social media marketing agency. The company is in O'Fallon, Missouri. Their services include Social Media Marketing and Content Marketing.
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$1,000+Undisclosed2 - 9Pitman, NJ
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Thrivvest is a SEO company established in 2025. The agency specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Web Design.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Pimpri-Chinchwad, India
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Established in 2026, Vishkar LLP is a small Pimpri-Chinchwad, India-based IT strategy consulting company. Their services include IT strategy consulting and cloud consulting & SI.
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Qubelia is a software development firm. They are headquartered in Sevilla, Spain and have small team. They specialize in Custom Software Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Cluj-Napoca, Romania
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RIFTER is an IT strategy consulting company located in Cluj-Napoca, Romania. Founded in 2023, the team focuses on IT strategy consulting and Business Consulting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Doha, Qatar
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Emigro is an Application Testing company. Founded in 2024, the firm offers Application Testing and IoT development.
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Tbilisi, Georgia
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Founded in 2015, Techservice is an IT strategy consulting company. The firm specializes in IT strategy consulting and cloud consulting & SI.
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Baraco AI is a small AI Consulting company. Established in 2024, the team provides AI Consulting and Digital Strategy.
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TRiVO connect LLC is a custom software development firm. The team provides Custom Software Development and CRM consulting and SI, and the company is headquartered in Minneapolis, Minnesota.
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$1,000+< $25 / hr2 - 9Jaipur, India
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Techyukt Services, a mobile application development firm, was founded in 2026. In Jaipur, India, the team focuses on Mobile App Development and Web Development.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr2 - 9Danville, IN
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UX agency Blue Pixel Edge is headquartered in Danville, Indiana. Established in 2025, the team provides UX/UI Design and Mobile App Development.
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Undisclosed$50 - $99 / hr2 - 9Binton, England
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LoopStack Ai Automation is an artificial intelligence development company. Their small team is in Binton, England. Their services include Artificial Intelligence and Generative AI.
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr2 - 9Worcester, MA
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Benthel Tech Solutions Inc. Is a web design company. They are based in Worcester, Massachusetts and have small team. They provide Web Design and Web Development.
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List of the Top 15 CRM Companies
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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40/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience10/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249København, Denmark
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37.1/40.018/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Wrocław, Poland
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36.6/40.018.4/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience8.4/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249L'viv, Ukraine
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36.3/40.016.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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35.9/40.017.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr50 - 249Chicago, IL
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35.5/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249London, England
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34.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.7/10 Clients & Experience8.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999Phoenix, AZ
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34.3/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience7.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Seattle, WA
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33.6/40.016.4/20 Reviews9.1/10 Clients & Experience8.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249Atlanta, GA
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33.6/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$200 - $300 / hr10 - 49kamloops, Canada
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37.4/40.020/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience7.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+$150 - $199 / hr1,000 - 9,999New York, NY
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32.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews6.8/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Hanoi, Vietnam
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35.5/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.8/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Chicago, IL
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32.8/40.015.8/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience7.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249Kyiv, Ukraine
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32.7/40.017/20 Reviews7.5/10 Clients & Experience8.2/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Thorold, Canada
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35.3/40.015.8/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$50,000+Undisclosed1,000 - 9,999Warszawa, Poland
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35.3/40.016.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience8.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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32.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience6.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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32.3/40.016.2/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$150 - $199 / hr50 - 249St. Albert, Canada
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32.2/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.3/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+< $25 / hr50 - 249Indore, India
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32.2/40.016.8/20 Reviews9.5/10 Clients & Experience5.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Orlando, FL
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39.9/40.020/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.9/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Los Angeles, CA
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31.9/40.016.2/20 Reviews9.6/10 Clients & Experience6.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$25 - $49 / hr1,000 - 9,999Decatur, GA
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37.2/40.017.4/20 Reviews10/10 Clients & Experience9.8/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr250 - 999
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31.8/40.016.6/20 Reviews8.1/10 Clients & Experience7.1/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$25,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249New York, NY
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31.8/40.015.6/20 Reviews7.7/10 Clients & Experience8.5/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Bengaluru, India
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31.8/40.016.8/20 Reviews8.7/10 Clients & Experience6.3/10 Market PresenceService focus
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31.8/40.014.6/20 Reviews7.6/10 Clients & Experience9.6/10 Market PresenceService focus
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Flower Mound, TX
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31.4/40.016.2/20 Reviews8.5/10 Clients & Experience6.7/10 Market PresenceService focus
90% CRM Consulting and SI10% Other
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CRM Consultants FAQs
Many CRM consultants offer ample expertise in the field, but how do you select the best fit for your project? First, it's important to cultivate an understanding of the industry in order to set expectations. We've compiled some simple FAQs to help you do just that.
Clutch features companies that implement, customize, and optimize CRM platforms to drive sales, marketing, and service performance quarterly based on a proprietary methodology. The top CRM consulting and development companies for 2026 include:
Start with platform certifications that match your system (Salesforce, HubSpot, or Microsoft partner status), then check recent verified reviews from clients in a similar industry and company size. Confirm the consultant's scope covers data migration and post-launch user-adoption training, not just initial setup — abandoned implementations are usually a training gap, not a software gap. Finally, align on project size and budget up front. The most common hiring mistake is engaging an unverified firm without confirming credentials or a clear adoption plan.
Clutch lists consultants across all major CRM platforms. The most common specializations are Salesforce, HubSpot, and Microsoft Dynamics, alongside firms working in Zoho, NetSuite, Oracle, SAP, and Sugar CRM. Matching a consultant's platform certification (for example, a HubSpot Diamond Partner or a certified Salesforce partner) to the system you use is the fastest way to narrow the list.
Most CRM implementations take 2 to 6 months of active work. Timeline is driven by data-migration complexity, the number of integrations, how much custom development is required, and the depth of user-adoption training. Simple platform setups can finish in a few weeks; multi-system integrations for enterprise teams can run longer. Skipping the testing and training phases is the most common cause of delays and low adoption.
You can filter this directory by location to find consultants in your region or time zone. Clutch maintains local rankings for major markets — for example, CRM consultants in Austin and the broader Top CRM consultants in the United States — and platform-specific city pages such as Salesforce consultants in Chicago, Denver, Seattle, and New York. Local partners can be useful for on-site workshops, timezone overlap, and in-person training, though most CRM work today is delivered remotely.
CRM consulting projects on Clutch generally start at a $1,000 minimum project size. Hourly rates range from under $25 to $300+, with entry-level configuration and admin work commonly in the $25–$49/hr band and senior platform architects or specialized Salesforce/Dynamics work running $150–$300+/hr. Ongoing retainers typically fall between $2,000 and $10,000 per month, while larger implementation and systems-integration engagements can start around $25,000. Cost depends on platform complexity, data migration scope, customization, and the number of integrations.
A functional CRM consultant focuses on the business side — gathering requirements, mapping processes, defining strategy, and configuring the platform to match how your team works. A technical CRM consultant focuses on the engineering side — data models, custom API development, third-party integrations, deployment, and testing. Larger projects also distinguish strategy consultants (roadmap and platform selection) from implementation consultants (hands-on build and rollout). Many engagements use a mix, so it helps to define which phase you're hiring for before you shortlist.