You don't always need new software. Sometimes connecting what you have is the smarter move.
The knee-jerk reaction to operational problems is often 'we need new software.' But ripping and replacing systems is expensive, disruptive, and often unnecessary.
Integration projects cost 60% less than full replacements and preserve team familiarity. Your team already knows how to use their current tools—why throw away that institutional knowledge?
The better question isn't 'what new system should we buy?' It's 'how can we make our current systems talk to each other?'
Modern integration platforms can connect almost any software. That CRM you've used for years? It can sync with your accounting software, email marketing, and project management tools. Start by connecting, not replacing.