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We performed a comparison between Salesforce Service Cloud and ServiceNow Customer Service Management based on real PeerSpot user reviews.

Find out in this report how the two CRM Customer Engagement Centers solutions compare in terms of features, pricing, service and support, easy of deployment, and ROI.
To learn more, read our detailed Salesforce Service Cloud vs. ServiceNow Customer Service Management Report (Updated: May 2024).
770,428 professionals have used our research since 2012.
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We asked business professionals to review the solutions they use.
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Pros
"Salesforce Service Cloud offers several notable features. It includes robust case routing, escalation capabilities, entitlement mapping, and entanglement rules. Additionally, it supports Computer Telephone Integration (CTI), which allows for automatic case generation when a call is made to a designated number.""Salesforce Service Cloud is a user-friendly and flexible CRM tool that provides good accessibility and security.""The most valuable feature of Salesforce Service Cloud is its ease of use.""The strength lies in its ability to work cohesively with other systems, creating a centralized hub that enhances efficiency and collaboration across various functionalities within our organization.""It's a cloud tool, so it is easy to set up.""We use Salesforce Service Cloud for lead management and opportunity management.""The plug-ins that work with other standard systems have made the product industry-ready.""I don't have the specific details, but I'm aware that Salesforce is used for campaigns, decision-making processes, and order submissions. I'm currently in the learning phase and not familiar with all the details."

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"The setup phase of the solution was straightforward...Regarding the product's user interface, there is an in-built portal developed by ServiceNow, which is good.""What I like best about ServiceNow Customer Service Management is that it's a good tool. I like how fast it is and that it's cloud-based. I also like that it's very easy to use. ServiceNow Customer Service Management has minimum options, for example, column options and tab options when compared to other solutions, which makes it easier to use over others.""We can integrate different technologies in ServiceNow Customer Service Management. An organization would like to offer a digital transformative experience to its employees and customers, which the tool can offer. It can be integrated with any external system. There are also automation possibilities.""Overall, I like the workflow capabilities, orchestration, and integration with existing business apps. The product is awesome in terms of capabilities.""The tool's most valuable feature is the service portal."

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Cons
"One minor drawback is that its implementation requires some preparation. It's not something you can implement instantly; it takes time. The only issue I've encountered is that you need to ensure the implementation is done properly, which can be time-consuming. So, it requires some time and attention.""The product's high price is an area of concern where improvements are required.""The integrations with other solutions can be improved.""The product should be capable of delivering complex reports as per company requirements without the need for a Tableau license.""We've started using a couple of AI engines. I believe there's room for improvement there. For instance, when an agent receives a message like "My order is stuck midway, and the delivery guy isn't responding," there should be a pre-populated recommended response on the agent's screen. Instead of crafting a custom reply or searching through knowledge articles to find the delivery guy's contact, this should be the process.""The solution’s user interface could be improved and enhanced.""I'm not deeply engaged with this team, so I don't have extensive experience with it. As you mentioned, I haven't used it much yet, so my experience is limited.""The solution’s user interface could be improved."

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"The solution seems to be moving towards low-code/no-code technology. It is a negative aspect of my experience with the product. It also needs to introduce a clearer pricing structure.""The product lacks customization capabilities. In the future, the product should include more options for customization to be able to meet the demands of the customers.""ServiceNow Customer Service Management works fine for me, for now, so there isn't any room for improvement I see in it. In the next release of the tool, I'd like users to be able to download all reports because as a user, I can only download a limited number of reports from ServiceNow Customer Service Management, but my management team can do so. I'm unsure if it's a feature that's included in the tool or not.""The price could be better. ServiceNow should price products more reasonably.""The product's AI feature should be improved."

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Pricing and Cost Advice
  • "I believe that in our country, Colombia, we utilize this platform for the Latin American region. In terms of expenses, it's somewhat higher compared to other products. I would rate it as expensive and nine out of ten."
  • "Salesforce is not a cheap product. It can be expensive."
  • "The price is too expensive."
  • "We pay a yearly licensing fee for Salesforce Service Cloud, which is expensive."
  • "The tool is pretty expensive."
  • "The product is expensive. There is a need to make yearly payments towards the licensing costs attached to the product."
  • "The licensing is flexible. Companies pay for what they use. However, a company with very small needs might find it difficult to justify the cost. Overall, it's in the medium price range."
  • "The solution is priced at 50 dollars a month per user."
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  • "ServiceNow Customer Service Management is expensive. It's one of the most costly CSM options in the marketplace."
  • "I rate the product's pricing a five on a scale of one to ten, where one is cheap, and ten is expensive. The solution is neither cheap nor expensive."
  • "I rate the tool's pricing a six out of ten."
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    Questions from the Community
    Top Answer:I would rate the pricing a five out of ten. The licensing is flexible. Companies pay for what they use. However, a company with very small needs might find it difficult to justify the cost. Overall… more »
    Top Answer:There are a few areas of improvement. * One area for improvement could be in the speed and accuracy of analytics, particularly around resolving cases. There's room to enhance SLA (Service Level… more »
    Top Answer:I'm a system integrator implementing the product for other companies. Typical use cases involve improving interactions with customers in service environments. This could be either a call center setup… more »
    Top Answer:We can integrate different technologies in ServiceNow Customer Service Management. An organization would like to offer a digital transformative experience to its employees and customers, which the… more »
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    Also Known As
    Service Cloud
    ServiceNow CSM
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    Overview

    Service Cloud is fully customizable support and help desk that provide faster, smarter service that will increase loyalty, retention, and satisfaction. From call-center software to self-service portals, our service solutions enhance your customer service with more responsive, more intuitive, more flexible support that anticipates customer needs.

    Customer Service Management groups key applications and capabilities into scalable packages that can grow with you as your needs change.

    Sample Customers
    Stanley Black & Decker, Coca-Cola, Activision, Wells Fargo, Spotify, Aldo, Philips, The Red Cross, Blue Shield of California, Sprouts Farmers Market, Direct Energy Solar, Inspirato, Kiva
    Siemens Healthineers, SAP SuccessFactors, Asurion
    Top Industries
    REVIEWERS
    Manufacturing Company29%
    Computer Software Company14%
    Marketing Services Firm10%
    Comms Service Provider10%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Computer Software Company19%
    Educational Organization15%
    Financial Services Firm12%
    Manufacturing Company8%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Educational Organization35%
    Computer Software Company11%
    Government7%
    Healthcare Company5%
    Company Size
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business30%
    Midsize Enterprise27%
    Large Enterprise43%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business19%
    Midsize Enterprise25%
    Large Enterprise56%
    REVIEWERS
    Small Business43%
    Midsize Enterprise14%
    Large Enterprise43%
    VISITORS READING REVIEWS
    Small Business12%
    Midsize Enterprise42%
    Large Enterprise47%
    Buyer's Guide
    Salesforce Service Cloud vs. ServiceNow Customer Service Management
    May 2024
    Find out what your peers are saying about Salesforce Service Cloud vs. ServiceNow Customer Service Management and other solutions. Updated: May 2024.
    770,428 professionals have used our research since 2012.

    Salesforce Service Cloud is ranked 2nd in CRM Customer Engagement Centers with 42 reviews while ServiceNow Customer Service Management is ranked 4th in CRM Customer Engagement Centers with 6 reviews. Salesforce Service Cloud is rated 8.6, while ServiceNow Customer Service Management is rated 8.4. The top reviewer of Salesforce Service Cloud writes "High scalability with good plugins and excellent customer visibility". On the other hand, the top reviewer of ServiceNow Customer Service Management writes "A stable tool to help manage infrastructures, deployments, and different products from different vendors". Salesforce Service Cloud is most compared with ServiceNow, Microsoft Dynamics CRM, JIRA Service Management, Vlocity and BSI, whereas ServiceNow Customer Service Management is most compared with Microsoft Dynamics CRM, Genesys Cloud CX and SAP Service Cloud. See our Salesforce Service Cloud vs. ServiceNow Customer Service Management report.

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