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Big players vs. niche specialists: Choosing your martech vendors

Martech

Selecting the right martech vendor sounds far easier than it actually is as a process and practice. One factor to consider when selecting vendors is how they fit within their competitive landscape. On one end are the major dominant players; on the other are smaller vendors who are new and niche or a combination of both.

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10 things to do if your martech solution vendor gets bought

Martech

What do you do if the vendor of one of your martech solutions gets bought? This can change many things, including price, customer service, contract enforcement and more. The combined company typically promises quick synergies,” said veteran marketing technologist Steve Petersen. Know what you need and why.

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33 Questions to Ask B2B Appointment Setting and Lead Gen Vendors

Smashmouth Marketing

There are so many demand gen vendors out there, and if you are a demand gen professional in sales or marketing, we've probably called you. Outsourcing some or all of your appointment setting or lead generation activity to a third party vendor is a task that shouldn't be undertaken by responding to one cold call. Monthly fee?

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3 considerations before leaving your martech vendor

Martech

Have you sensed that your martech solution or vendor is losing interest? Marketers understand that not all of their relationships are perfect. However, your vendor could begin tailoring their solutions to a smaller market. Has your vendor changed their product or marketing strategy?

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Best Practices for a Marketing Database Cleanse

Multiple industry studies confirm that regardless of industry, revenue, or company size, poor data quality is an epidemic for marketing teams. Entrusting a vendor to help maintain its accuracy and completeness is no ordinary engagement. What to look for before entering a buyer’s agreement with a vendor.

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The art of martech vendor negotiations

Martech

Negotiating with martech vendors requires a strategic approach that goes beyond budget considerations. From defining core needs to mastering emotional intelligence, here is a roadmap to navigate the nuances of vendor dynamics. Defining and communicating your needs is crucial when preparing for vendor negotiations.

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B2B buyers see persistent problems with tech vendors

Martech

B2B buyers’ pain points when dealing with technology vendors have persisted — and in some cases, worsened — over the last year, according to Hero Digital’s annual B2B Buyer Report. Dig deeper: 15 cutting-edge tools every B2B marketer should know What buyers don’t want. Graphic from Hero Digital B2B Buyer’s Report.

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