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Tom Pisello: The ROI Guy: IDC: Economic Buyers, Digital Overload.

The ROI Guy

As a result, sales is being invited later into the decision making process, sales cycles are extending and deals are stalling. Not surprisingly, spending on company websites will increase the most, growing 43% over 2009 levels, and social network marketing is expected to increase as well, with an increase of 45% over 2009.

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

The ROI Guy

An empowered buyer means that the role of sales will dramatically be impacted, requiring sales enablement and marketing to help redefine and drive a new breed of value selling professional. Alinean recognized by BtoB Magazine’s as one of To. ► February (8) Boost Sales 10% with an Investment in Sales Enable.