Incorporating opportunity custom fields into forms and surveys is a game-changer for data collection. This feature enables users to gather opportunity-specific information seamlessly, optimizing the efficiency of tracking and managing opportunities.
How-to Steps:
1. Access the Form or Survey Builder:
Navigate to the form or survey builder in Sites > Forms/Surveys
Add a form/survey or edit an existing one.
2. Navigate to the Custom Fields Section:
Go to the 'Add Form/Survey Element' section by clicking on the + icon on the top left corner.
Go to the Custom Fields section.
Select the 'Opportunity' category from the custom fields dropdown.
3. Add Desired Opportunity Custom Fields:
Choose the specific opportunity custom fields you want to include in your form or survey.
Drag and drop these fields into your form or survey layout.
4. Configure Opportunity Settings:
In the settings modal, configure the opportunity settings by selecting a pipeline, stage, status, and opportunity value.
Utilize the 'Create Pipeline' option if you need to set up a new opportunity pipeline.
5. Save and Submit:
Save your form or survey.
Upon submission, an opportunity will automatically be created and mapped to the contact generated from the submission.
Benefits:
Efficiency: Streamlines the process of tracking and managing opportunities directly from form and survey submissions.
Customization: Offers flexibility in configuring opportunity settings to match your specific needs.
Automation: Reduces manual effort by automatically creating opportunities upon form or survey submission.This way you will be able to seamlessly move data inputted by the contact directly into your opportunity-related custom fields.
Pro Tips:
Organize Custom Fields: Utilize the collapsible format to keep your custom fields neatly organized under their respective parent folders.
Optimize Pipelines: Regularly update your opportunity pipelines to reflect the current sales process, ensuring accurate data collection and tracking.
FAQ/Use Cases:
How do I ensure all necessary data is captured?
Include all relevant custom fields and configure the settings appropriately to capture comprehensive opportunity data.
Can I create multiple opportunity pipelines?
Yes, you can create and configure multiple opportunity pipelines to suit different sales processes or product lines.
This feature's integration allows for a more organized and automated approach to handling opportunities, significantly enhancing your data collection and management capabilities.