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Salesforce AppExchange Success Blueprint

By : Jakub Stefaniak
Book Image

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

Understanding the product–market fit

Whoever said decoding the core value of your app and aligning pricing with customer segments was as easy as pie, well, they probably never tried to assemble IKEA furniture without the manual. Oh, yes. You heard that right. Think of it as a thrilling escapade that requires both a discerning eye and the precision of a master craftsperson.

In the world of AppExchange, understanding your product–market fit is akin to standing in a room with a flat pack of unassembled furniture and an Allen wrench in your hand, with the picture on the box as your only guide. You have a vision of the final product and your target customers, and it’s your job to piece together the various parts, or features of your app, in a way that fits their needs and pain points.

“Does this widget go here or there?” you might wonder, much like pondering which customer segment values which feature of your app. It’s a tricky business, aligning...