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Tom Pisello: The ROI Guy: Predictions for 2011: The End of B2B.

The ROI Guy

From our research and best practices work with leading B2B sales and marketing groups, Alinean provides its top 5 predictions for 2011: 1. The consumer is now in charge: researching specifications, configuring and customizing solutions, getting peer reviews and advice, comparing prices, and “buying now&#.

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Tom Pisello: The ROI Guy: Do White Papers Still Engage? They do if.

The ROI Guy

According to sales and marketing effectiveness researcher SiriusDecisions, the basic white paper is still one of the most important pieces of marketing content - used and trusted as the key buying decision tool by over 64% of early stage buyers, and 61% of middle stage buyers. Alinean recognized by BtoB Magazine’s as one of To.

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Tom Pisello: The ROI Guy: Can a Value Selling / Marketing Program.

The ROI Guy

Research shows that customers do not want generic messages or the hard sell, but instead want relevant and consultative tips and advice. Less than 17% trust vendor provided business cases unless third party research / proof is provided. Alinean recognized by BtoB Magazine’s as one of To. Latest Research.