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Blog · 8 May 2026

Custom CRM vs Off-the-Shelf SaaS: Which Fits Your Business?

When HubSpot or Salesforce makes sense — and when a bespoke CRM built around your process wins.

SaaS CRM tools are excellent when your sales process matches their model. They struggle when you need industry-specific workflows, unusual pricing, or deep integration with legacy systems.

  • Staff work around the software instead of the other way around
  • You pay for many unused features
  • Customer data must stay in the UK on infrastructure you control

Garvey's IT builds custom CRM systems you own — see what we build for real examples like FacilityPro.

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