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Microsoft 365

Modern CRM, AI accelerated

For teams that have outgrown spreadsheets — without enterprise cost or complexity.

A flexible operating layer for client-facing work, built around the real workflows of sales, service, support, account management, and operations on Microsoft 365.

Why it works

Built for agencies already living in Microsoft 365.

Modern CRM is more than a contact database. It's a layered system that combines structured data, service workflows, automation, reporting, collaboration, and AI-assisted improvements into one practical platform.

Designed intentionally with a layered architecture, it becomes the operational backbone your agency needs to grow — built on tools your team already uses every day.

Centralize client & prospect data
Track renewals & service work
Improve visibility & accountability
Build on tools you already own

Designed around how brokers actually work.

The right way to start

Getting started with Modern CRM.

Simple by design, powerful by purpose. Secure and ready to scale.

What we accomplish

  • Migrate off legacy systems like Act!, spreadsheets, and outdated AMS platforms
  • Centralize employer, contact, and policy data in structured SharePoint lists
  • Automate follow-ups, renewals, and notifications with Power Automate
  • Build dashboards, renewal workbenches, and producer views with Power Apps
  • Create real-time reporting and KPIs with Power BI
  • Establish governance, permissions, and audit trails through Teams

What you get

Leverage what you already own

No new software costs. Build your CRM on the Microsoft 365 licenses your agency already pays for.

A system that fits your workflow

Custom-built around how your business actually works — not a generic sales tool you have to fight against.

Enterprise security built in

Microsoft's compliance, permissions, and audit capabilities protect your data from day one.

The framework

A 5-layer architecture.

A layered approach that turns your existing Microsoft 365 tools into a complete client service workflow system.

01

Layer 1 — Data foundation

SharePoint Lists & Libraries

Store all CRM data in centralized SharePoint lists with relational lookups, custom metadata, and version control. Build structured models for contacts, clients, deals, and custom entities.

02

Layer 2 — Automation engine

Power Automate Workflows

Automate follow-ups, notifications, approvals, and data sync. Connect to 400+ services including email, CRM, ERP, and custom APIs.

03

Layer 3 — Application interface

Power Apps & Code Apps

Custom dashboards, account profiles, renewal workbenches, commission screens, and Teams-friendly operating panels — tailored to how your team works.

04

Layer 4 — Analytics layer

Power BI Insights

Real-time dashboards for pipeline health, persistency, conversion, engagement, and custom KPIs with AI-powered insights.

05

Layer 5 — Governance & collaboration

Microsoft Teams Integration

Permissions, audit trails, and compliance policies with seamless chat, meetings, and document sharing — all inside your CRM context.

Data → Automation → Interface → Insights → Governance

How it compares

Right CRM, not vendor hype.

We help agencies choose based on existing infrastructure, team capabilities, and long-term goals — not slick sales decks.

Modern CRM vs. HubSpot

Modern CRM emphasizes

  • Full ownership of your data
  • Deep Microsoft 365 integration
  • No per-user CRM licensing

HubSpot offers

  • Faster onboarding curve
  • Built-in marketing tools
  • Less technical setup required

Best fit depends on your existing Microsoft investment and technical comfort.

Modern CRM vs. Salesforce / Dynamics

Salesforce & Dynamics are built for

  • Large teams with dedicated admins
  • Complex enterprise deal cycles
  • Organizations with IT budgets

For most benefits agencies they introduce

  • Expensive per-seat licensing
  • Long implementation timelines
  • Ongoing admin overhead

Modern CRM delivers enterprise capabilities without enterprise cost.

Modern CRM vs. Insurance AMS

AMS platforms are strong at

  • Policy records & carrier reporting
  • Industry-specific workflows
  • Compliance tracking

AMS platforms are often weaker at

  • Service tracking & visibility
  • Day-to-day work management
  • Flexible reporting & analytics

Many agencies run Modern CRM alongside their AMS — filling the operational gaps an AMS can't cover.

Frequently asked

Things people always ask.

Bottom line

Build on what you already own.

Modern CRM gives independent benefits agencies enterprise capabilities without enterprise cost — by designing intentionally on the Microsoft 365 stack your team already lives in.

Ready to talk through Microsoft 365?

A 30-minute call. We'll listen first, then tell you honestly whether this is the right path or another one is.