In this chapter we have looked at a number of popular add-ons for SugarCRM Community Edition. Each of them extends the system in a direction that enhances the value of the SugarCRM system to your business by adapting it to your growing needs, simplifying user adoption, and system customization.
SugarForge.org
is the primary source of free enhancements and modules, whileSugarExchange.com
is the primary source of commercial enhancements or modules.The Google calendar and contact connectors extend your SugarCRM data to Google services and non-SugarCRM users. It also offers an easy-to-use mechanism for synchronizing data with mobile devices for offline access.
Microsoft Outlook integration improves user adoption by allowing users to continue using their e-mail client of preference.
Integration with Microsoft Office can be easily leveraged to generate personalized letters or direct mail pieces for your marketing efforts.
The enhanced search module adds important capabilities to the advanced...