Optima Solutions Internal Company Manual

This manual serves as a comprehensive guide for the Optima Solutions Team, outlining the processes and procedures that should be followed to maintain consistency, efficiency, and quality across all departments.

1. Introduction

📌 1.1 Company Overview

Optima Solutions is a CRM management, custom development, and automation service provider focused on helping businesses streamline their operations through advanced technology solutions. Optima Solutions has been in operation since [Insert Date], serving clients across a variety of industries, helping them grow and scale their businesses through optimized processes and efficient CRM implementation.

📌 1.2 Mission Statement, Values, and Overview

Mission: Our mission at Optima Solutions is to empower businesses by simplifying their operations through technology, enabling them to scale and optimize their workflows for sustainable growth.
Values: Innovation, Integrity, Client Success, Team Collaboration, and Continuous Improvement.
Overview: We are a client-first organization with a focus on providing high-quality services that drive measurable results for our clients. We ensure that all our employees work cohesively to deliver excellent outcomes for the businesses we serve.


2. Organizational Structure

📌 2.1 Departments and Reporting Lines

Optima Solutions is organized into several key departments, each responsible for specific tasks that contribute to overall business success:

  • Sales Department: Lead generation, qualification, and deal closure.
  • Marketing Department: Internal and external marketing strategies and campaigns.
  • Client Success Department: Ensuring client satisfaction and managing ongoing services.
  • Custom Development Department: Developing custom technology solutions for clients.
  • Operations and Finance: Overseeing operational efficiency, financial management, and compliance.

📌 2.2 Organizational Chart

A detailed organizational chart showing the hierarchy and direct reporting relationships is provided in the Appendix.


3. Employee Onboarding

📌 3.1 Software Tools and Setup

New employees will be introduced to the following tools as part of their onboarding:

  • HubSpot (CRM and marketing automation)
  • Apollo (Lead generation)
  • QuickBooks (Finance and invoicing)
  • GoHighLevel (Client management)
  • Google Workspace (Documents and communication)
  • Deel (Contractor payments)
  • Slack (internal and client communications)

📌 3.2 Account Setup and Access

  • IT will ensure that all necessary accounts are created prior to a new employee’s start date. Employees should contact [Insert IT Contact] if they need assistance with account access.

4. Sales Department Procedures

📌 4.1 Lead Process

  • HubSpot Referred Leads: Handle immediately and prioritize for conversion.
    • SOPs here for how to handle HubSpot Referred Leads
  • Organic Leads: Generated through targeted cold calls, LinkedIn outreach, and Apollo.
  • Paid Leads: Direct leads from Optima marketing should be followed up within 24 hours.

📌 4.2 Setter SOPs

  • Setter SOP: Qualify leads using the preset criteria and pass to the closer.
  • Closer SOP: Present solutions, send contracts, and follow up on any outstanding proposals.

📌 4.3 Closer SOPs

  • Setter SOP: Qualify leads using the preset criteria and pass to the closer.
  • Selling HubSpot Overhaul Service: Present solutions, send contracts, and follow up on any outstanding proposals.

📌 4.4 Sending Contracts and Documentation

  • Use HubSpot for all contract dispatch and documentation management within the deal .

5. Products and Services Overview

This section provides an overview of each product and service offered by Optima Solutions. Current pricing and deliverables are available here. Each category links to a dedicated knowledge base article containing detailed information and specific deliverables. 

For up-to-date pricing as of Quarter 4, 2024, refer to: Quarter 4 Pricing

Below are our primary categories of products and services, with a brief description of each: 

  • HubSpot Onboarding: Comprehensive onboarding services for HubSpot Sales, Marketing, and Service Hubs.

  • CRM Management: Monthly CRM management services, providing continuous support and optimization.

  • Integrations: Custom system integrations to connect external platforms with your CRM.

  • Custom Development Services: Tailored development projects designed to optimize CRM and automation processes.

  • Advanced Development and Hosting: Enhanced development support with dedicated hosting solutions.

  • Hourly Projects: Purchase a block of hours for specialized projects, offering flexibility for unique business needs.

  • Copywriting: Full-service copywriting for email templates, marketing communications, and client engagement content.

  • Marketing Services: Comprehensive marketing services, including ad management, social media strategy, and SEO optimization.

  • Marketing Strategy Build: Complete inbound marketing strategy with implementation, reporting, and ongoing optimization.

  • HubSpot Overhaul Services: End-to-end HubSpot Hub overhaul to identify system issues, create solutions, and execute improvements.

  • Website Development: Website services, including new site creation, landing pages, migrations, and blog setup.

  • Ascend CRM: CRM software developed by Optima Solutions, with optional dedicated management services for seamless operation.


6. Marketing and Growth Strategies

📌 6.1 Internal Marketing for Optima Solutions

  • Current Focus: Brand awareness, lead generation, and content marketing.
  • Future Strategies: Expanding paid ad campaigns and optimizing email marketing funnels.

7. Client Onboarding and Management

📌 7.1 Client Onboarding Procedures

  • Kickoff calls with new clients.
  • Setting up the necessary technology infrastructure.
  • Assigning key team members for management.

📌 7.2 Ongoing Client Management

  • Monthly check-ins.
  • Quarterly reviews of client KPIs.
  • Adjusting strategy as needed to meet client goals.

8. Client Growth Strategies and Marketing Services

📌 8.1 Client Growth Strategy

  • We assess each client's business model and design a tailored growth strategy leveraging our CRM expertise.

9. Client Social Media Management

  • Overview: Full-service social media strategy and management, including content creation, scheduling, and reporting.

10. Client Paid Ads Strategy

  • Overview: Running and managing ad campaigns across platforms to generate leads, with regular reporting and optimization.

11. Custom Development Services

  • Handling new custom development projects.
  • Ensuring timelines and deliverables are clear.

12. Ongoing Monthly Management

  • Regular management of client systems and workflows.
  • Proactive support and continuous improvements.

13. Support and Fulfillment SOPs (Internal)

📌 13.1 Support Services

  • How to handle support tickets.
  • Tracking client issues and resolving them quickly.

14. Tools and Technology Stack

  • Overview of the tools we use, how to get familiar with them, and internal resources for learning each tool.

15. Performance Evaluations

📌 15.1 Review Process

  • Quarterly performance reviews.
  • Evaluations based on KPIs, feedback, and individual contributions.

16. Client Feedback Management

  • How to collect, assess, and act on client feedback.

17. Employee Feedback Management

  • Regular feedback mechanisms for employees to share ideas, suggestions, and improvements.

18. Training and Development Resources

  • Available resources for continuous training and development for all team members.

19. Risk Management and Contingency Planning

  • Steps to mitigate client and internal risks.
  • Contingency plans for operational disruptions.

20. Appendices

  • Organizational Chart
  • Glossary of Terms
  • Additional Resources

This template can now be expanded with detailed processes for each section, giving your team the clear guidance they need to support the scaling of Optima Solutions.