Attio
Mark's hot take
“One of the newcomer CRMs which leverages an AI-first approach, meaning much less manual admin and data entry. I've seen a lot of people move away from the more traditional CRMs like HubSpot, Pipedrive, and Salesforce to a more modern CRM which I would describe as Attio. ”
Overview
Attio is a modern, collaborative CRM built for fast-moving teams who want full control over their customer data and workflows. Designed with flexibility in mind, Attio combines powerful database functionality with real-time collaboration features, making it ideal for teams that outgrow traditional rigid CRMs.
Use cases:
- include managing outbound sales pipelines, creating custom views for SDRs and AEs, organising partner or investor pipelines, and replacing spreadsheets with a structured, scalable CRM.
Core Features:
- Fully customisable CRM schema with drag-and-drop fields
- Real-time collaborative data views and filters
- Automatic contact and company enrichment from email and calendar activity
- Built-in pipeline management and task tracking
- Smart templates and forms for repeatable workflows
- Native integrations (including Gmail, Outlook, Zapier) and open API
Best For:
Startups, agencies, and small to mid-sized B2B teams who want a flexible CRM to manage customer relationships without the complexity of legacy systems. Ideal for teams who value visibility, control, and collaboration across the sales and onboarding cycle.
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Folk
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Hubspot
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Salesforce
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