Navigating Business Ties: Is It Okay to Pitch New Opportunities to My Ex-Company?

Dear Seniors, I was recently terminated from an IT company and am now working at a Real Estate Company. I am interested in purchasing a CRM system. Is it okay to continue discussing business with my previous company and bring them new business opportunities?

Regards,
Rachell

Hats off to you for your kind gesture towards your ex-company. I don't know why you got terminated. Of course, there is no harm. But before making a purchase, please study and compare other software sellers in the market to get the best deal for your company. Don't acquire the software from your ex-company just because you previously worked for them. Your loyalty now lies with your new employer.

Wishing you all the best.

Regards,
Ukmitra

Like the others have mentioned, there's no harm or hindrance if you contact your ex-employer. But as Ukmitra mentioned, please ensure you make a comparison with other similar products. Apart from the reason Ukmitra mentioned, you will definitely need to do it. If you have to reject the ex-employer's product, you will have to show that it was done on sound technical/logical grounds – especially if your exit wasn't very smooth. Otherwise, there's a chance that your action will be misunderstood or misconstrued as malafide.

All the best.

Regards,
TS

The purchase of a CRM system is a capital purchase. Where you buy it from does not matter, whether it's from your ex-company or elsewhere. However, what matters is how you evaluate the quotes from various parties.

Evaluate the Supplier Against Your Needs

The second important thing is that you should evaluate the supplier against your needs. Consider the current capacity, the potential for future expansion, and whether any additional charges may apply.

Purchase Decision Based on Total Cost of Ownership

Your purchase decision should be based on Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) and life-cycle costing.

Ok...

Regards,
Dinesh V Divekar

If you think dealing with your previous company will have a negative impact on your current job, it's better for you not to engage with them. If you believe that your termination will not affect your current job and the software deal is more beneficial for your current company according to market research, then I would recommend purchasing from your former company.

Thank you.