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Jack McCurdy is joined by Ian Gotts and Jack Lavous from Elements.cloud to discuss the transformative impact of Agentforce within the Salesforce ecosystem.In this episode we explore how Elements.cloud implemented Agentforce internally, emphasizing the importance of well-defined business processes and the role of business analysis in building effective agents. The conversation delves into the Job to Be Done framework, the challenges organizations face in adopting agents, and the necessity of documentation and structured approaches to ensure success.Jack Lavous offers insights into the actual build process of agents and the importance of making documentation AI-ready, how to use prompt templates, data cloud strategies, and deployment using Gearset. They also discuss the significance of internal trust and the return on investment from implementing AI agents, while also expressing excitement for the future of AI technology in business.Learn more:- Deploy Agentforce with Gearset- What is Agentforce?- How to effectively document Salesforce processesAbout DevOps Diaries: Salesforce DevOps Advocate Jack McCurdy chats to members of the Salesforce community about their experience in the Salesforce ecosystem. Expect to hear and learn from inspirational stories of personal growth and business success, whilst discovering all the trials, tribulations, and joy that comes with delivering Salesforce for companies of all shapes and sizes. New episodes bi-weekly on YouTube as well as on your preferred podcast platform.Podcast produced and sponsored by Gearset. Learn more about Gearset.Subscribe to Gearset's YouTube channel: https://grst.co/4cTAAxmLinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/gearsetX/Twitter: https://x.com/GearsetHQFacebook: https://www.facebook.com/gearsethqAbout Gearset: Gearset is the leading Salesforce DevOps platform, with powerful solutions for metadata and CPQ deployments, CI/CD, automated testing, sandbox seeding and backups. It helps Salesforce teams apply DevOps best practices to their development and release process, so they can rapidly and securely deliver higher-quality projects. Get full access to all of Gearset's features for free with a 30-day trial.Chapters00:00 Introduction to Agentforce and Its Impact01:47 Elements Cloud's Implementation Journey06:00 Understanding Topics and Their Importance09:59 The Role of Business Analysis in Building Agents13:56 Applying the Job to Be Done Framework17:54 Challenges in Building Agents and Organizational Readiness22:00 Starting the Fix: Documentation and Business Processes25:57 The Implementation Process of Agents28:14 Understanding AI Language and Communication33:10 The Learning Curve of AI Agents35:47 Designing Effective Prompt Templates37:57 The Role of Data Cloud in AI Implementation43:11 Return on Investment and Internal Trust51:06 Looking Ahead: The Future of AI Agents

In this episode of the Salesforce Posse podcast, host Francis Pindar sits down with Ian Gotts, founder and CEO of Elements.cloud, for an eye-opening conversation that every Salesforce professional needs to hear. Ian takes us on a journey from his early days as one of Salesforce's first customers to the cutting-edge innovations in Data Cloud that are shaping the platform's future. Curious about how Salesforce is evolving to handle the massive amounts of data that drive today's business decisions? Want to know how Data Cloud can finally deliver on the promise of Customer 360? Ian doesn't just talk theory—he shares practical insights and real-world examples that can help you navigate this complex landscape. From understanding the critical importance of planning and data strategy to avoiding costly pitfalls, this episode is packed with advice that could make or break your next Salesforce project. But that's not all. Ian and Francis dig into why the days of being a Salesforce generalist are over and why specialising in areas like data and AI is the key to future-proofing your career. They discuss the challenges of implementing Data Cloud, the hidden opportunities it presents, and why getting your hands dirty with this technology could be the smartest move you can make this year. Whether you are just starting your Salesforce journey or looking to deepen your expertise, this episode will inspire you to think differently about your career and the technology shaping our world. Don't miss out—tune in and get ahead in the rapidly evolving Salesforce ecosystem.

In this episode of the "Jerry-Rigged Podcast," host Jerry Suhrstedt and guest Ian Gotts, co-founder of Elements.cloud, discuss the importance and benefits of process diagramming, particularly focusing on Universal Process Notation (UPN). Ian explains how UPN simplifies complex processes, making them easier to understand and implement compared to other methods like BPMN. They highlight the practical applications of UPN in the Salesforce ecosystem and how it can facilitate better remote collabo... --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/jerry-rigged/message

In this episode, I sit down with Ian Gotts, the mastermind behind Elements.cloud and a seasoned expert in the Salesforce ecosystem for over 20 years! Are you considering a career change? Join us in this eye-opening conversation where we explore the challenges that career changers encounter in today's dynamic job market. Discover why leveraging your past work experience is not just an option but your ultimate secret weapon to success! Ian shares invaluable insights into the realm of Business Analysis, drawing from his experiences. Learn how embracing the power of AI can elevate your skills to superhero status in the professional arena! Don't miss out on the key strategies and tips that will propel you towards success in the ever-evolving landscape of the business world! ------------------------------------------------------------------------ Subscribe to the CareerCast https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCSFVCIFebu_FvZ1wQuCYLyQ

Ian and Jack talk about the functions of a Center of Excellence and how they contribute to successfully managing Salesforce implementations of all shapes and sizes. They chat about what they are, how to manage the CoE itself, and the benefits of having a set of standards to deliver business objectives. Ian is CEO and co-founder of change intelligence platform elements.cloud, and a long-standing member of the Salesforce Ecosystem with over two-decades experience managing enterprise applications. Useful links based on key themes in this episode: - How to build a DevOps Center of Excellence at enterprise scale- Free ebook: Salesforce DevOps at enterprise scale- How to prepare your Salesforce instance for an IPO- Why 43% of enterprises fail to see Salesforce's true valueConnect with IanX/TwitterLinkedInConnect with JackLinkedInX/TwitterPodcast produced and sponsored by Gearset, the complete Salesforce DevOps platform. Try Gearset free for 30 days.

In today's episode Brandon interviews Ian Gotts, co-founder and CEO of Elements Cloud. They go into the inspiration behind Elements Cloud, finding the right time to start hiring people, Products Market Fit vs Product Marketing Fit, being hard on yourself to avoid mistakes, and much more. Tune in to a great conversation between two passionate founders with a lot of value in store! Check out Ian Gotts: LinkedIn and Elements Cloud The Cash & Burn podcast is a weekly conversation with SaaS founders and senior executives about the challenges of creating and scaling SaaS companies. Guests share their journey of success and setbacks with a primary focus on how they overcame specific issues that could have ended the company. Hosted by Brandon Metcalf, CEO of Place and 3x SaaS founder.

Elements.cloud is a change intelligence platform that helps organizations get more out of Salesforce through analysis and documentation. In this episode, Ian Gotts, founder and CEO at Elements.cloud, joins me to discuss change intelligence and documentation best practices. Topics we cover include:The features and capabilities of Elements.cloud, including automated documentation, consolidating data in one place, and visualizationThe importance of documenting not just what changes were made, but whyWhat Ian refers to as the “Three Cs” of change intelligence: Content, Connections, and ContextWhat “technical debt” means and how Elements.cloud helps reduce it Simple steps to get started building up solid documentation practicesTo connect with Ian:Elements.cloudLinkedIn

In today's episode, I am joined by Ian Gotts, Co-Founder and CEO of elements.cloud, who has been in the ecosystem for almost as long as it's been around (2001!). After launching elements.cloud in 2016, he brings years of experience to the conversation that he is readily willing to share with others. He shares about how they stay in their lane by working collaboratively with ISVs that are complimentary partners. Oftentimes there is feature overlap, don't worry about it, instead focus on how you can combine to improve customer outcomes. Keeping it simple here is key to everyone involved here, don't jump right to things like referral programs or reseller programs. Their top producing lead source is when people who use them at one company move to a new one. Ian wrote a book about how B2B SaaS companies that offer an innovative solution should think about selling that I link to below. The goal is to help you sell to the evangelist when you are to the left of the chasm in Geoffrey Moore's Crossing the Chasm sense of the phrase. Ian and elements.cloud is famously successful at Demo Jams. It's not about if he walks away with a trophy, although they have won many, it's more about leaving everyone in the audience with an understanding about what they do. He talks through how to get the most out of the Dreamin' events and world tours. As a general rule of thumb, he estimates the budget will end up being double the money of the sponsorship when you factor in travel for booth staff. Here's a closer look at the episode: 1:30 How did you find your way into the ecosystem? 3:30 How does Elements.cloud help its customers? 5:00 Any recommendations for folks seeing the same ISV in customer after customer and how to actually get that moving in the right direction? 6:50 In building your company, what are you most proud of? 8:50 Looking back, What was your biggest mistake? 12:09 What's one thing you would change about the demo jam format? 13:35 What are the benefits to your company from sponsoring the dreaming events? 17:36 To properly staff a booth at a dreaming event, what's that look like for you? 20:00 What's your top producing leads source at your business? 27:00 General advice for founders and raising Resources: Website : https://elements.cloud/ Twitter: https://twitter.com/elements_cloud Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/company/elementscloud/ Ian's Linkedin: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iangotts/ Ian's Book: https://elements.cloud/impact [Book about Netflix] No Rules Rules: https://www.amazon.com/No-Rules-Netflix-Culture-Reinvention/dp/1984877860 This episode is brought to you by ISVapp. ISVapp is used by leading Salesforce ISVs and OEMs as the central toolbox to reduce churn, increase renewals, identify upsell potential, and close more deals. ISVapp is the only plug & play solution for the AppExchange AppAnalytics API and provides deep product insights. The set up is easy and takes less than 5 minutes. Visit isvapp.com to learn how you can take advantage of usage data in your app today.

Join the Keenan Vision Podcast for a fascinating and important interview of Ian Gotts, CEO of Elements.Cloud, by Vernon Keenan. So many important topics are covered by Ian and Vern you will want to listen through to the very end! Here are some of the key points covered: How did Ian get so smart about application delivery and devops? What is Elements.Cloud as a product? Who is the Elements.Cloud customer? Ian describes how he has focused on the Salesforce Center of Excellence and how that has benefited users and platform owners Ian touches several times how devops has to move from “heroics to excellence” We give lots of love to people who want to enter the ecosystem and take advantage of trends with some career advice

These days, there is a lot of competition for people with Salesforce expertise. With the ever-growing number of businesses adopting the Salesforce platform, it's no wonder that there is a shortage of qualified professionals who know how to use it. Ian Gotts has been working with Salesforce for over 20 years and knows what it takes to be successful as a professional in this competitive, and ever-changing landscape. Learn about his insights on what it takes to manage Salesforce projects successfully, and the critical skills needed to crush it in today's job market.

T.I.A. (Ep 14). Ian Gotts, founder of Elements.Cloud, provides a riveting account of his experience as an IT Director, CEO, and CIO, and his experience as a speaker at Salesforce conferences. He also talks about Universal Process Notation (UPN), BPMN, how BAs and PMs can leverage Elements Cloud, and how the software seamlessly integrates with Salesforce CRM. YouTube: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=IRgcSWEWRoQ Ian Gotts: Website: https://elements.cloud/; LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/iangotts/ Sponsored by The Lewis Institute: Website - https://lewisinstituteinc.com/; Project Leader Courses (60% discount) - https://lewisinstitute.kartra.com/page/Wif255 Business Agility Institute: Emergence Journal - https://businessagility.institute/emergence; promo code "analyst" (for 10% discount on annual subscription)

SFDC Consultant is here to support your Salesforce Career through Interviews, Podcasts, Videos and Articles about and around the best way to grow and develop as a Salesforce Professional. We have a list of high value and highly packed Salesforce Podcast Episodes with Salesforce MVP Guests, Salesforce Architects, Salesforce Consultants, Directors, Developers and Administrators. Guest Description In this episode, I am happy to speak with Ian Gotts, Founder and CEO of Elements.cloud. I've been a fan of the Elements product and I am looking forward to sharing this conversation. I asked Ian about advice that he would give to anyone that is planning to start a consultancy, but we also spoke about deployment, project estimations and the stories shared by the community on Org Confessions. Org Confessions - https://elements.cloud/confessions/ Elements Website: - Elements.cloud Org Assessments - https://elements.cloud/orgassessment/ These are some of my favourite SFDC Consultant Episodes:

Welcome to AppEtc. Conversations with founders and leaders of product businesses in the Salesforce Ecosystem. Today I am speaking with Ian Gotts the Founder and CEO at Elements.cloud. Elements.cloud provides a suite of tools to help clean up, document and drive adoption of your Salesforce Org.I am talking with Ian about the insight that led to Elements Cloud and how they are creating a category and using disruptive marketing to make a name for themselves.Resources:OrgConfessions-App Etc. is supported by Precursive. Precursive  believes the best companies help their clients realize value quickly, leading to customers for life. Your customer should never notice the transition between unified sales, professional services and customer success teams. Precursive helps manage and improve customer onboarding, project management and professional services automation, all in Salesforce

This week on DisrupTV, we interviewed Ian Gotts, Founder and CEO at Elements.cloud, Gretchen Alarcon, Group Vice President, Product Strategy at Oracle, Holger Mueller, VP & Principal Analyst at Constellation Research. DisrupTV is a weekly Web series with hosts R “Ray” Wang and Vala Afshar. The show airs live at 11:00 a.m. PT/ 2:00 p.m. ET every Friday. Brought to you by Constellation Executive Network: constellationr.com/CEN.

Are you familiar with Business Analysis (BA)? Do you understand the importance and underlying principles? What about Europe's new regulation, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)? Are you impacted? Is your Salesforce environment prepared? Listen as we talk with Ian Gotts, founder and CEO of elements.cloud discuss the importance of Business Analysis and the impacts of GDPR.   Show Overview 00:00 Last Time on WizardCast 01:29 Introduction 02:45 The Joke 03:30 Sponsor/Affiliate mention - Get 1 month free of Libsyn podcast hosting with promo code: podmagic 4:00 Introducing special guest: Ian Gotts 05:12 What is GDPR and what would the US called its version? 06:00 What is Business Analysis aka BA 09:48 Understand the principles of doing Business Analysis 11:10 Story Time: Why it's important to write it down 15:00 How to respond to the can we "Just" do that requests 17:00 Difference between triage and prioritizing 22:40 How to convince your boss doing Business Analysis is worth the time 25:00 Practice your BA skills outside of work 28:00 Who is impacted by GDPR 32:30 Story Time: A Marketing GDPR metaphor with Ferrari 34:50 Why we should follow GDPR even if the fine is meaningless to you 35:50 Right to be Forgotten 37:00 Cambridge Analytica 40:00 Using Salesforce for GDPR compliance 51:00 Everyone is worried about GDPR even Brian's 2 year old 51:48 Pardot Survey on GDPR awareness 1:00:00 Discrimination against Bass 1:01:05 Wrapping up with Ian Gotts 1:01:40 Midwest Dreamin' Announcement Know the Flow Code 1:02:50 Dungeons and Dreamforce http://bit.ly/dndfspring18 1:06:01 Post Credits Links in This Show The Galton Board - Order out of Chaos Elements.Cloud Business Analysis e-book Element.Cloud GDPR App Implementing GDPR using Salesforce & Pardot Dungeons and Dreamforce HELP US SPREAD THE WORD! We'd love it if you could please share #WizardCast with your twitter followers. Click here to post a tweet! https://ctt.ec/23f7u Participate In The Show! Share an IdeaExchange idea for our Ideas Highlight episodes! http://bit.ly/ideahighlight Share a question for Parker Harris http://bit.ly/parkerquestions Ways to subscribe to The WizardCast Click to Subscribe via iTunes/Apple Podcasts Click to Subscribe via Stitcher Subscribe via RSS FEEDBACK You can ask your questions, make comments, bad jokes, and your requests! Contact Us via Website Leave of Voicemail 608 492 0321 Email wizardcast@thewizardnews.com   Affiliates & Sponsors Libsyn podcast hosting:  Get a free month with promocode: podmagic Audio and Music provided by: Cherry (Instrumental Version) (Josh Woodward) / CC BY 4.0 Sounds from: http://www.freesfx.co.uk

GDPR will take effect in just over a month. Ian Gotts of Elements.Cloud returns to discuss GDPR with Sam and Steve.

Alyssa Abbey talks to Ian Gotts about the benefits, not the fines of implementing GDPR.

Ian Gotts of Elements.cloud shares lessons learned from his previous experience founding a startup (and joining a rock band) in growing Elements.cloud. Topics discussed include: how to identify product-market fit, the advantages and challenges of a freemium model, providing value at all product levels, important updates on GDPR and how to prepare, and key metrics to define SaaS success.

(2:50) Terrible Joke (3:30)WizardCast_pod Twitter Handle. We also announce that WizardCast podcast is now available on Spotifiy and TuneIn (05:00) Brian and Mark talk about how thankful they are for Mike Gerholdt’s support and how we will miss him on the Salesforce Admins podcast. (06:43) No Sponsor Spot - Happy New Year! (07:19)Brian and Mark talk about Salesforce's acquisition of Attic Labs. You can read about the purchase at TechCrunch https://techcrunch.com/2018/01/08/salesforce-acquires-attic-labs-the-startup-behind-decentralized-database-noms/ (09:00)We talk about Salesforce’s quip product (not the toothbrush) and how we think it compares to Google docs. We also talk about how we use the feature. (21:10) One with Ninjas ... 3 electric chiminey (24:10)We also mention Elements.cloud will have one of the first live apps for Quip. (Want to sponsor Ian Gotts?) https://elements.cloud/elements-and-quip/ (27:40)Changes to theWizardnews.com Cherry (Instrumental Version) (Josh Woodward) / CC BY 4.0 Some sound effects & music provided by http://www.freesfx.co.uk Overlay music from http://www.dievantile.com/2010/06/03/forgotten-dream/Forgotten Dream, Written by Di Evantile

CRM administration, the high demand for businesses analysis skills, what it takes to become a skilled business analyst, creating a basis for process improvement, the soft skills needed for eliciting business process flows, the limitations of traditional diagram tools, how to distill complex processes down to an easier to absorb hierarchical model, making the technology available to the Fortune “5 Million”, simplified notations, the handoff between activities, activity boxes that start with verbs, resources as an alternative to swim lanes, attaching items to an activity box, making a process map universally understandable, using Elements.cloud in a live workshop, how to run workshops, Ian’s “business analysis improv” approach when he presents, displaying process diagrams within Salesforce objects, self maintaining user training material, why process mapping can be used in almost any industry and across all departments, the coming GDPR compliance requirements & how Elements.cloud can help, where to find Ian and his team at Dreamforce, the Elements.cloud “free forever” model. Promised links: Ian’s Session at Dreamforce GDPR eBook Analysis Automation Adoption eBook  Insider’s Guide to Dreamforce ‘17

Presenting is the most under-rated skill that can super-charge your career. Great presentation technique gets you noticed inside and outside your company, gets you promoted or better still – headhunted. Ian Gotts, Founder & CEO, shares his top tips on wowing an audience.