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Salesforce, Inc. reports developments across its enterprise cloud and customer relationship management software business, including AI-enabled products branded around Agentforce, Data 360, Slack and its unified platform for apps, data and customer workflows. Company updates frequently cover customer deployments, expanded cloud integrations, product architecture changes and reporting categories such as Agentforce Apps and Data 360, Platform & Other.
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Salesforce (NYSE: CRM) will announce its fourth quarter and full fiscal year 2022 results on March 1, 2022, after market close. A conference call is scheduled for 2:00 p.m. PT / 5:00 p.m. ET to discuss the results with investors. Interested parties can access a live webcast and replay on the Salesforce Investor Relations website. As the global leader in CRM, Salesforce enables companies to digitally transform and build a comprehensive view of their customers.
Salesforce (NYSE: CRM) has introduced Safety Cloud, a platform designed to enable safe in-person gatherings. This initiative builds upon the company's previous health protocols and addresses businesses' needs for managing testing and health requirements during events. Key statistics indicate that a significant majority of employees prefer in-person interactions. Salesforce has tested this solution by reopening 84 offices and facilitating COVID-19 testing for various events, enhancing safety protocols. The platform integrates multiple testing options for efficient health verification.
On January 27, 2022, Salesforce released its Global Digital Skills Index, highlighting a significant digital skills gap among workers globally. Surveying over 23,000 employees across 19 countries, the report showed that 73% feel unprepared for current digital demands, while 76% lack confidence for future requirements. Despite 82% expressing intent to learn new skills, only 28% are actively pursuing training. The Index scored a mere 33 out of 100 in digital readiness, underscoring an urgent need for investment in skills development.
Salesforce (NYSE: CRM) announced on January 26, 2022, that it granted 53,846 restricted stock units (RSUs) to 55 employees from Narrative Science following its acquisition. The RSUs, a part of the 2014 Inducement Equity Incentive Plan, will vest over four years, with 25% vesting on the first anniversary and the remainder quarterly. Narrative Science specializes in data storytelling technologies, now integrated with Tableau, enhancing Salesforce's capabilities in data analysis and communication.
Salesforce, the leader in CRM, announced new innovations and partnerships to enhance the future of commerce. By 2023, 25% of shopping is predicted to occur outside traditional retail channels, prompting retailers to adapt. Key integrations include PayPal at Checkout for Salesforce Payments, enhancing checkout options, and Salesforce Commerce for B2B wholesale. Furthermore, Datorama and Tableau features are set to deliver personalized marketing insights, while Salesforce Social Commerce, in partnership with Alibaba, will support e-commerce in China.
Salesforce (NYSE: CRM) released its 2021 Holiday Shopping Report, revealing global online spending surpassed $1.14 trillion, with $257 billion in the U.S., marking increases from 2020. Key insights include early and late holiday purchasing, with 30% of sales by November 22. Digital payment methods surged, especially Buy Now, Pay Later, which rose by 40% YoY. Notably, luxury handbags saw a 45% increase in online sales. Salesforce facilitated over 283 million online orders, achieving 21% YoY growth in digital sales.
Salesforce (NYSE: CRM) will host two investor events on January 12, 2022. Stewart Butterfield, President & CEO of Slack, will present at the Wolfe Research Future of Work Virtual Bus Tour at 10:00 a.m. PT. Bill Patterson, EVP & GM of CRM Applications, will participate in the Jefferies Virtual Software Summit at 12:00 p.m. PT. Both events will be webcast live on Salesforce’s investor relations website, enabling investors to gain insights directly from top executives.
IBM and MuleSoft announced a global partnership on December 9, 2021, to enhance multi-cloud solutions using Anypoint Runtime Fabric on Red Hat OpenShift. This collaboration aims to improve integrations for the IBM Z product family, focusing on the financial services sector. IBM plans to expand its investment in integration software and increase the number of MuleSoft-certified professionals. According to a report, by 2023, 30% of innovation efforts will be virtualization-driven, emphasizing the need for seamless data integration across various systems.
Salesforce (NYSE: CRM) has partnered with Vox Media to stream the Pivot podcast on its platform, Salesforce+. This collaboration will provide weekly video segments featuring hosts Kara Swisher and Scott Galloway. Salesforce+ aims to deliver inspiring content for business professionals, with over a million viewer sessions recorded in its first month. As part of the deal, Salesforce will sponsor Pivot video throughout 2022. The podcast retains its availability on all podcast platforms while shifting to a new video format to reach a broader audience.
MuleSoft announced new universal API management capabilities on December 7, 2021, aimed at enhancing integration and automation across varied environments. Key features include Anypoint Flex Gateway, API Manager, and API Governance, enabling businesses to securely manage APIs and accelerate innovation. With over 800 applications used on average, and 96% leveraging APIs, the solution addresses complexities inherent in hybrid ecosystems. It promises improved agility, scalability, and compliance for IT teams navigating diverse technology landscapes.