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Salesforce CRM's Cluttered UI and Steep Learning Curve Slow Down Sales Teams

Sales teams using Salesforce report a cluttered interface that requires excessive clicks for routine updates, a steep learning curve for new hires, and dependency on a dedicated administrator for even minor customizations. High licensing and implementation costs compound the friction and slow organizational agility.

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