About iKhmer CRM

Our Story

iKhmer CRM is the flagship product of iManage CRM Tools™ (Powered by iLearn Tools Systems), created by Ken to modernize how Cambodian businesses manage customer relationships, operations, and growth.

What started as a vision to give local entrepreneurs tools as powerful as global CRMs—but affordable and accessible—has evolved into a full-featured business management platform built on Firebase and Next.js.

The Vision

"Build powerful systems that look, feel, and perform like major CRMs — but run entirely inside Google's ecosystem, affordable and secure."

We combine the flexibility of modern web apps with the reliability of Firebase to deliver enterprise-grade features at startup-friendly prices.

Key Features

📇 Contact Management

  • Unlimited contacts on Pro tier
  • Smart tagging and categorization
  • Quick search and filtering
  • Import/export capabilities

📝 Message Templates

  • Pre-written messages for common scenarios
  • Variable insertion (name, phone, business)
  • Quick send via Telegram or copy-paste
  • Template versioning and history

🛍️ Product & Service Catalog

  • Showcase your offerings publicly
  • Pricing and availability management
  • Image galleries and descriptions--Pro+
  • Public profile integration

🌐 Public Business Profile

  • Beautiful, mobile-responsive pages
  • Custom URL slug (yourbusiness [Display Name])
  • SEO-optimized for discoverability
  • Lead capture forms

📊 Analytics Dashboard

  • Contact growth tracking
  • Message template usage
  • Public profile views
  • Business insights

How It Works

For New Users

  1. Sign Up - Create your free account in under 60 seconds
  2. Add Contacts - Import existing customers or add manually
  3. Create Templates - Build your message library
  4. Set Up Profile - Customize your public business page
  5. Start Growing - Use analytics to track progress

Tiered Access

Free Tier

  • 20 contacts
  • 5 message templates
  • Core features

Starter Tier ($5/month)

  • 100 contacts
  • 20 message templates
  • Enhanced public profile
  • 3 catalog items

Pro (Pro+) Tier ($10 ($15)/month)

  • 500 contacts
  • Unlimited templates
  • Full public profile customization
  • Unlimited catalog items
  • Gallery (20 images)--Pro+
  • Weekly specials
  • Priority support

Technology

Built With

  • Next.js 14 - Modern React framework
  • Firebase - Authentication, database, hosting
  • Tailwind CSS - Beautiful, responsive design
  • TypeScript - Type-safe, maintainable code

Security

  • End-to-end encryption
  • Secure Firebase authentication
  • Role-based access control
  • Regular security audits
  • Data backups and redundancy

Development Journey

Timeline

  • Late 2024: Concept and architecture planning
  • Q1 2025: Core development in Firebase Studio
  • Mid 2025: Beta testing and feature refinement
  • Late 2025: Public launch and scaling

Design Philosophy

Every feature was designed with Cambodian businesses in mind:

  • Khmer language support - Full localization
  • Mobile-first design - Most users access via phone
  • Offline resilience - Works even with spotty internet
  • Low bandwidth - Optimized for slower connections
  • Simple pricing - No hidden fees or surprises

AI-Assisted Development

Built with the assistance of OpenAI's ChatGPT as a collaborative planning and technical advisory tool. All design decisions, architecture choices, and implementation strategies were directed by Nigel K. Polk with AI serving as a development accelerator.

Support & Contact

Get Help

Report Issues

Found a bug? Have a feature request? We'd love to hear from you:

Roadmap

Coming Soon

  • 🤖 AI-powered message suggestions
  • 📱 Native mobile apps (iOS & Android)
  • 💳 Integrated payment processing
  • 📞 Built-in calling and SMS
  • 🌍 Multi-language support (English, Khmer, Vietnamese)
  • 🔗 Zapier and API integrations

Long-Term Vision

Build a complete suite of business tools for Southeast Asian entrepreneurs:

  • iKhmer Ride - Driver and passenger management
  • iHub Classifieds - Local marketplace platform
  • iLearn LMS - Educational course management
  • iManage Suite - Complete business automation

Frequently Asked Questions

General

Q: Is my data secure?
A: Yes. We use Firebase's enterprise-grade security with encryption at rest and in transit. Your data is backed up daily and stored in Google Cloud's secure data centers.

Q: Can I export my data?
A: Absolutely. You own your data and can export it anytime as CSV or JSON files.

Q: What happens if I cancel?
A: You'll be downgraded to the free tier. Your data remains accessible but with feature limitations. You can re-upgrade anytime.

Pricing

Q: Are there any hidden fees?
A: No. The price you see is the price you pay. No setup fees, no surprise charges.

Q: Can I change plans?
A: Yes. Upgrade or downgrade anytime. Changes take effect immediately.

Q: Do you offer refunds?
A: Yes. 30-day money-back guarantee on all paid plans, no questions asked.

Technical

Q: Does it work offline?
A: Partially. You can view existing data offline, but creating/editing requires internet connection.

Q: What browsers are supported?
A: Chrome, Firefox, Safari, and Edge (latest versions). Mobile browsers fully supported.

Q: Can I use it on mobile?
A: Yes! Fully responsive design optimized for phones and tablets.

Business

Q: Can multiple people access one account?
A: Currently, each account is single-user. Team features coming in Q2 2025.

Q: Is there a discount for annual billing?
A: Yes! Save 20% with annual plans (coming soon).

Q: Can I white-label this for my clients?
A: Not yet, but enterprise licensing is on our roadmap. Contact us for early access.

Acknowledgments

Built With Support From

  • OpenAI (ChatGPT) - Development assistance and technical planning
  • Firebase/Google Cloud - Infrastructure and hosting
  • Next.js/Vercel - Framework and deployment tools
  • The Cambodian entrepreneurship community - Feedback and inspiration

Special Thanks

To every small business owner in Cambodia who inspired this project. Your hustle, creativity, and resilience drive us to build better tools.

iKhmer CRM - Built in Cambodia, for Cambodia, and the world.

Last Updated: November 2025