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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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Pittsburgh, PA
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RealogicWorks is an UX design agency. Their midsize team is in Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania and Naples, Florida. Their services include UX/UI Design and IT strategy consulting.
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EKM Global is an IoT development company based in Caldwell, Idaho. The team offers IoT development and IT strategy consulting.
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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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ServFrame is a social media marketing agency. The small Norwalk, Connecticut-based team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. The agency was launched in 2021.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249San Jose, CA
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Mumba Technologies is an IT strategy consulting company. Launched in 2010, the team offers IT strategy consulting and BI & big data consulting & SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Jacksonville, FL
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JETZ ERP is a SEO company. They offer Search Engine Optimization and UX/UI Design and were founded in 2009. The firm is located in Jacksonville, Florida and Karaikudi, India.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerToronto, Canada
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SYNNETRA Corp. Is a Toronto, Canada-based CRM consulting and SI company. Founded in 2003, the team focuses on CRM consulting and SI and Custom Software Development.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerBoston, MA
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Business intelligence company BizAppsQuick was launched in 2001. In Boston, Massachusetts, the team specializes in BI & big data consulting & SI and CRM consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerPembroke Pines, FL
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Jessica Romero, LLC. Is an Email Marketing company. They are in Pembroke Pines, Florida and have small team. They focus on Email Marketing and CRM consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerMĂĽnchen, Germany
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Demand Systems GmbH is a social media marketing firm. The MĂĽnchen, Germany-based firm was launched in 2007. Their team provides Social Media Marketing and CRM consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed50 - 249Doha, Qatar
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Aamal Technology, a branding company, was founded in 2014. The agency offers Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerHertfordshire, England
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Founded in 2020, Bull Design Studio is a branding agency. Headquartered in Hertfordshire, England, the team focuses on Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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Crusaders Growth Partners is a social media marketing firm founded in 2023. The small team focuses on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization.
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Founded in 2023, FRCS Tech is a cloud consulting & SI company. Their team offers cloud consulting & SI and CRM consulting and SI.
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Givicore, a social media marketing company, focus on Social Media Marketing and Search Engine Optimization. They were founded in 2017.
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Established in 2000, iPrevailed is an IT strategy consulting company. Their services include IT strategy consulting and CRM consulting and SI.
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UndisclosedUndisclosedFreelancerZrenjanin, Serbia
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Vladimir Koncos is a web design company. The team focuses on Web Design and UX/UI Design, and the agency is in Zrenjanin, Serbia.
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SignalPoint Media Group is a Marketing Strategy company. They provide Marketing Strategy and Social Media Marketing and were established in 2017. The firm is in Phoenixville, Pennsylvania.
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Sophie Cox Designs is a branding agency. The London, England-based team focuses on Branding and Social Media Marketing.
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Tanner Consultants is a social media marketing company. Their team is headquartered in Tampa, Florida. The company offers Social Media Marketing and Email Marketing.
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VENTR is a Port Saint Lucie, Florida-based web design agency. Their services include Web Design and CRM consulting and SI.
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$5,000+$25 - $49 / hr10 - 49New York, NY
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See all 3 projectsAutomatic Technology Solutions LLC is a full-service IT and digital marketing company specializing in custom software development and scalable digital solutions for businesses of all sizes. We
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See all 2 projectsNuvem Consulting - Out of Business was a company specializing in Salesforce development, support, and design. Their services were highly regarded for their ability to understand complex business requirements and deliver efficient, custom solutions. Positive feedback was overwhelmingly present, with 100% of reviewers praising their project management, organization, and effective communication. Notably, clients reported significant time savings, enhancing operational efficiency.
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$1,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Irvine, CA
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Vision33, an ERP consulting and SI company, was established in 1992. The agency specializes in ERP consulting and SI and CRM consulting and SI, and is small.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Glasgow, Scotland
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Bridgeall is an IT managed services company. The Glasgow, Scotland-based team provides IT managed services and IT strategy consulting.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Blue Bell, PA
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Launched in 2001, Annodyne, Inc. Is a small Blue Bell, Pennsylvania-based branding company. Their team focuses on Branding and Market Research.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Richmond, England
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Advertising company BURN is in Richmond, England and London, England. The team provides Advertising and Branding.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49London, England
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Launched in 2021, Flipside Health is a branding agency. The team specializes in Branding and Market Research and is located in London, England.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Otley , England
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Dataphiles Ltd, a web design agency, was established in 2000. They offers Web Design and Custom Software Development.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Ribchester, England
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Advertising company Workhouse Marketing was launched in 1992. In Ribchester, England and Blackburn, England, the team focuses on Advertising and Content Marketing.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Nottingham, England
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Oegen is a Nottingham, England-based SEO services firm. Launched in 2005, the team specializes in Search Engine Optimization and Advertising.
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CoCreate is a web development firm. The team offers Web Development and Digital Strategy, and the agency is located in Moreton, England.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49San Antonio, TX
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Web design company Quacito was established in 2004. The team offers Web Design and Web Development and is headquartered in San Antonio, Texas.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Hamburg, Germany
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Software development company OnGoingMedia GmbH was established in 1998. The company offers Custom Software Development and E-Commerce Development, and is small.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Royal Leamington Spa, England
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BPI ROK is a Digital Strategy company. In Royal Leamington Spa, England, the team specializes in Digital Strategy and Web Development.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Ramat Gan, Israel
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Call center service Marketing Envy offers Call Center Services and Branding. They are in Ramat Gan, Israel.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Leeds, England
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Bloom Agency is a branding firm. Established in 1999, the company is located in Leeds, England and Lydney, England. Their services include Branding and Search Engine Optimization.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Neuilly-sur-Seine, France
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Brand Advocate is a branding agency. They were established in 2003, and their services include Branding and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$150 - $199 / hr10 - 49Iron Acton, England
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Content Marketing company Modern was founded in 2010. The small team specializes in Content Marketing and Social Media Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Miami, FL
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Grove Networks is an IT managed services company established in 2000. The team offers IT managed services and IT strategy consulting.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Glen Allen, VA
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Allegro Consultants LTD is a Content Marketing company based in Glen Allen, Virginia and. They focus on Content Marketing and E-Commerce Development and were launched in 1993.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Köln, Germany
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BIRCH COVE Digital GmbH is an IT strategy consulting company. They provide IT strategy consulting and Search Engine Optimization and were founded in 2012. The firm is based in Köln, Germany.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Paris, France
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Domeneo France is an IT managed services company. They are based in Paris, France and have small team of experts. Their services include IT managed services and Digital Strategy.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Torino, Italy
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Comunico Group is a branding firm. The small Torino, Italy-based team provides Branding and Marketing Strategy. The agency was launched in 2002.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Torino, Italy
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Small branding company Life Comunicazione, is in Torino, Italy. The team offers Branding and Content Marketing.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Torino, Italy
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Founded in 1994, DM GROUP is a Digital Strategy company. Headquartered in Torino, Italy and Milano, Italy, the team specializes in Digital Strategy and Marketing Strategy.
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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Dublin 8, Ireland
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Custom software development firm Square1 Software was launched in 2013. The team offers Custom Software Development and Mobile App Development and is based in Dublin 8, Ireland.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49MĂĽlheim an der Ruhr, Germany
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Join.media GmbH & Co. KG is a small user experience agency based in MĂĽlheim an der Ruhr, Germany. The team specializes in UX/UI Design and Search Engine Optimization.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Oslo, Norway
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Established in 1998, Rubrikk Group AS is a software development company. The team specializes in Custom Software Development and Wearable App Development and is based in Oslo, Norway.
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$5,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Shibuya City, Japan
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Le Grand is an user experience agency based in Shibuya City, Japan. They specialize in UX/UI Design and Branding.
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UndisclosedUndisclosed10 - 49Providence, RI
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Restivo Monacelli LLP is an Accounting company based in Providence, Rhode Island. They focus on Accounting and IT strategy consulting.
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$1,000+$25 - $49 / hr50 - 249Austin, TX
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$5,000+$50 - $99 / hr50 - 249København, Denmark
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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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$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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$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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$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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$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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$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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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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$10,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Bengaluru, India
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$1,000+$100 - $149 / hr10 - 49Flower Mound, TX
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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.