If you’re using Salesforce or thinking about trying AgentForce, you’ve probably heard the term Salesforce Foundations. But what is it, and why does it matter?
Let’s break it down in plain English.
Salesforce Foundations is a free add-on that helps you get more out of your Salesforce setup. It gives you access to tools like:
Basically, it pulls everything together so these tools can work better as a team inside Salesforce.
“Salesforce Foundations is a free upgrade that expands core Salesforce functionality.” – Josh Kartchner, SOLVD Consultant
Before we go further, don’t confuse Salesforce Foundations with Salesforce.org Foundation, which is the company’s nonprofit arm. They are completely different.
Salesforce Foundations is for your business operations, not charity work.
When you turn on Salesforce Foundations, you get extra features that help your teams do more without switching between systems. If you’re already using Sales Cloud or Service Cloud, this adds even more power.
It also makes it easier to test out new Salesforce tools before you commit to them fully.
“Foundations is essentially a way to try out some new features within your Salesforce instance.” – Josh Kartchner, SOLVD Consultant
Salesforce Foundations is free to turn on. But there’s a catch—if you start using AgentForce heavily, that part is credit-based.
Here’s what that means:
Still, it’s a great way to test new features without committing upfront.
To get started, you need to:
There’s even a separate wizard to help you set up Data Cloud. Once that’s done, you can continue setting up the rest of Salesforce Foundations.
Salesforce Foundations is a smart way to unlock more tools and features inside Salesforce—without extra cost to start. It helps your business get ready for things like AI agents, better marketing, and smarter data use.
If you’re serious about working smarter with Salesforce, this is a no-brainer.
SOLVD can help you set it up the right way—fast.
👉 Book a free consultation with our team today and get more value from your Salesforce investment.
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