E-CRM involves two main objectives: 1) Providing a single view of the customer across all touchpoints and channels for the organization, and 2) Providing the customer with a single view of the company across all external channels. E-CRM cannot be separated from CRM - it must be integrated seamlessly. E-CRM is well-established as an approach to acquiring customers and retaining them to increase their lifetime value. The main components of an effective e-CRM system include permission marketing, database marketing, providing a 360 degree view of customers, and improving marketing/sales decision making through measurement and process improvement. Developing loyalty and continuity are also important aspects of an effective e-CRM system.