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What To Do If Your Company Is Asked To Participate In A Reverse Auction

Holden Advisors

Upon hearing our decision, their procurement team communicated our decision to the buying decision maker, which was perfect. In front of the procurement team and the buying decision maker, we explained the extra value we offered point by point. Luckily, procurement did not have that power. We didn’t think they did.

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What are sales document automation solutions? 

PandaDoc

Sales document automation solutions are software tools set to streamline the creation, management, and distribution of sales documents. In step with the explosion of AI integrations, such growth is no surprise considering the value document automation brings to sales reps.

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Winning Over Buying Groups: How to Sell to Multiple B2B Decision Makers

Brooks Group

Procurement/Purchasing Managers These key players focus on cost efficiency, vendor reliability, and contract terms. Sellers need to provide total cost of ownership and demonstrate how their offering will give the company a competitive advantage and have long-term business impact.

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The Kraljic Matrix

Flevy

The procurement function in most organizations deserves more attention than it gets. Most executives associated with procurement lack the competencies and perspectives required to identify gaps and effectively manage the function. The aim of the Kraljic Matrix is to inform an organization’s Procurement Strategy.

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The Perplexing Power of Process & Methodology in Complex B2B Sales

Mike Kunkle

Sellers sometimes work with professional procurement leaders and company executives who work together frequently and have processes and policies to guide their purchase pursuits. Yet, it’s still documentable; still a process. Some committees hum; others are more like a ragtag band of misfits. Should sales process be adaptable?

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Core Competence Model

Flevy

The foremost variable pertains to the sources integral for the creation and procurement of competencies and technologies. You can download an editable PowerPoint on the Core Competence Model here on the Flevy documents marketplace. Let’s delve deeper into the details of these key variables. Capabilities. Competitive Advantage.

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KAM Technology – Growing Key Accounts In 2025

ProlifIQ

Features like shared calendars, document repositories, and real-time messaging enable seamless coordination and information sharing. Consider everyone who may have a direct or indirect influence on the account, including end-users, procurement teams, IT departments, and even external consultants or advisors.