This document discusses customer relationship management (CRM) and provides an overview of key CRM concepts and benefits. It defines CRM as using customer data and business intelligence to build customer value over time. It then discusses metrics used to define customer value, how value is operationalized through customer segmentation, and lessons learned from CRM case studies. The document also addresses common questions and issues around a company's CRM standards, customer database, and customer outreach programs. It concludes by summarizing several benefits of CRM, including increased sales from improved customer capture rates and repeat purchases.