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Ranking the Demand Generation Vendors by Popularity (Yes, Life Really Is Just Like High School)

Customer Experience Matrix

My original set of products was based on a general knowledge of which companies are most established, plus some consultation with vendors to learn who they felt were their main competitors. So far the original list of Eloqua , Vtrenz , Marketo , Manticore Technology and Market2Lead has proven a good set of choices.

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Marketing Automation Skills are Scarce: Strategies to Close the Gap

Customer Experience Matrix

It’s also the preferred option of most industry consultants (myself included) because it provides the strongest platform for future success. Among B2B vendors, Eloqua is the poster child for this approach. But it seems to be creeping upstream: LeadLife , Treehouse Interactive , and Manticore Technology apply it to larger customers.

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Low Cost Systems for Demand Generation

Customer Experience Matrix

My new obsession with Twitter (follow me as @draab) has led to several messages from people who seemed to have trouble choosing between Eloqua and Marketo. But even including that, the first year cost for most of these will be less.) : Manticore Technology : a full-featured demand generation product.

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My List of Demand Generation Vendors, and Who They Sell To

Customer Experience Matrix

Considerations extend beyond feature checklists to include sales and support models, pricing structures, training requirements, consulting partners, and usability. Final Thoughts: I know it's a cliche, but you really do need to select a vendor that matches your own company needs.

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LucidEra Takes a Shot at On-Demand Analytics

Customer Experience Matrix

It’s only an issue because when I think about this as a consultant, and when I listen to other consultants, the answer that comes back is that metrics should be tailored to the business situation. The question here is whether most demand generation systems ( Eloqua , Vtrenz , Marketo , Market2Lead , Manticore , etc.)

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Marketing Automation Trends for 2010

LeadSloth

I have asked many of the vendors, consultants and thought leaders to give their opinion. Christoper Doran , CMO, Manticore Technology. Steve Woods , CTO, Eloqua. Christoper Doran, CMO, Manticore Technology ( @cdoran ). Manticore Technology wishes you a full-funnel in 2010. Steve Woods, CTO, Eloqua ( @stevewoods ).

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B2B Lead Management Market Heats Up

Online Marketing Institute

4) “Pure play” lead management – this group is lead by Eloqua , but there are a LOT of firms throwing their hat into this ring including Vtrenz, Hubspot, Manticore, Market2Lead, Marketo, LoopFuse, einsof, iHance, Precience, among many others. Any consultants out there? We can broaden our available market."