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Salesforce AppExchange Success Blueprint

By : Jakub Stefaniak
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Salesforce AppExchange Success Blueprint

By: Jakub Stefaniak

Overview of this book

Are you ready to turn your million-dollar ideas into reality? Salesforce AppExchange Success Blueprint is your ultimate guide to becoming a successful ISV partner and publishing your Salesforce applications on the AppExchange. This book covers every facet of the application development process, from the initial partnership establishment to smoothly preparing for security review and managing app releases. Packed with real-world examples, case studies, and detailed guides, it’ll help you master AppExchange development. Throughout this experience, you’ll discover how to create customer-centric applications that seamlessly integrate with external systems, ensuring a frictionless user experience. You’ll also navigate the intricate process of preparing for security reviews and managing app releases. In addition, you’ll delve into the critical realm of business strategy, addressing essential elements such as maximizing profitability, achieving operational excellence, leveraging analytics to make data-driven decisions, and effectively handling technical debt to maintain your app's robustness and scalability. By the end of this journey, you’ll possess a deep understanding of AppExchange development from both technical and business standpoints, making you well-prepared to excel in the Salesforce ecosystem. Let's embark on this exciting path together!
Table of Contents (19 chapters)
Free Chapter
1
Part 1:Setting the Stage
5
Part 2:Building Blocks
9
Part 3:Delivering Value
13
Part 4:Scaling for Success

Pricing model options

Choosing the right model can catapult your application from an unknown entity to the “talk of the town,” much like an unknown food truck that becomes an overnight sensation. In our trusty adventurer’s kit, we have a myriad of options, akin to a Swiss army knife in terms of pricing. Let’s whip them out and examine them, shall we?

Pricing based on licenses

The license structure you choose has a direct influence on your pricing model. Broadly, there are two types of licenses you can consider: per-user and per-company.

  • Per-user licenses: With the per-user model, you base your pricing on the number of individuals using the app. This model’s scalability and simplicity have made it popular among many app developers.
  • Site/per-company licenses: Unlike the per-user model, the per-company license grants access to all users within a customer’s business. This model may be more suitable for applications...