J-PAL

J-PAL is a global research center working to reduce poverty. Put simply, it is about keeping every contact, deal and follow-up in one place so nothing slips.

It makes the most sense for sales teams and founders who are tired of spreadsheets. Alongside the main category they mention Association, CRM and Education. As a mid-sized product team themselves (201 to 500 people), they tend to serve customers of a similar scale best.

J-PAL is based in Cambridge, Massachusetts and around since 2003. You can read more at povertyactionlab.org.

Our checklist for this category: pipeline stages, email sync, mobile app, and what reporting costs extra. Get the renewal terms in writing before the first invoice.

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