Arpedio

OCTOBER 11, 2021

Key Account Manager or Strategic Ecosystem Leader? Key Account Manager or Strategic Ecosystem Leader? ? On September 15th, more than eighty Key Account Managers (KAM) assembled in Copenhagen and online for a hybrid event. The post Key Account Manager or Strategic Ecosystem Leader?

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Account Manager Tips

NOVEMBER 19, 2022

The Value Proposition. Reveal the value proposition In other words – the hook. Share your vision for the future and package up everything you've learned into a few sentences that defines your irresistible value. It's a simple framework to help create your value proposition. The Measurement.

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Account Manager Tips

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

A single value proposition can’t appeal to all your clients. A differentiated value proposition is the first step of transforming ideas into results. Adapted from: Maximizing Value Propositions to Increase Project Success Rates Remember: you don’t have to be the best. What does your client want to achieve?

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DemandFarm

APRIL 13, 2023

KAM Glossary (with 65 Definitions) To help strategic account managers / key account managers /sales professionals enhance their understanding of Key Account Management (KAM) , this glossary provides clear and concise definitions and explanations of essential terms, definitions, and concepts related to key account management.

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KAM With Passion

JUNE 20, 2021

This article focuses on individual competencies, especially those of the Key Account Managers. It provides you with a precise description of the skills and competencies required from a true Key Account Manager (not a plain entreprise customers sales rep). Defining Skills & Competencies.

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Account Manager Tips

AUGUST 31, 2022

When clients say "price" they really mean value How to differentiate through value Steps to stand out from the competition World Letter Writing Day Workshop: How to successfully execute a negotiation strategy In other news Quote of the week. A differentiated value proposition is the first step of transforming ideas into results.

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Arpedio

AUGUST 22, 2023

Key account management best practices ← Back to blog In today’s competitive landscape, effectively managing key accounts is not just a strategy: It’s a necessity. The primary objective of this strategy is to either maintain or expand the profits derived from these key or strategic accounts.

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Red Star Kim

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

And to evaluate the relative attractiveness of different segments Malcolm McDonald on value propositions – How to develop them (kimtasso.com) In professional service firm (PSF) marketing there is the challenge that we often span both B2B and B2C markets , across multiple sectors and for sometimes hundreds of service lines in different territories.

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Red Star Kim

NOVEMBER 1, 2023

A challenging role requiring deep insight into potential clients and value propositions as well as a great deal of confidence. Amongst the delegates were business development executives and managers with responsibility for between three and five clients as part of their firm’s Key Client Programme (KCP) or Key Account Management (KAM).

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DemandFarm

OCTOBER 23, 2024

Closing high-value agreements exceeding $250,000 typically requires at least six months of strategic planning and execution. In this guide, we’ll delve into the intricacies of enterprise sales, their importance, key stages, and the metrics that will help you optimize your strategy as a key account manager.

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Account Manager Tips

NOVEMBER 19, 2022

Introduce your value proposition and start with your conclusion. Introduce your value proposition and start with your conclusion. Executive level presentation framework in 22 minutes Introduction (2 minutes). Keep it simple - who you are and why you're there. The hook (2 minutes). In other words, put the last slide first.

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Red Star Kim

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Differential pricing is rarely discussed in professional services although it is often implicit in key account management.

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Account Manager Tips

MAY 1, 2021

As a key account manager, you not only need to keep your clients, you need to keep them profitable. Sales and key account management Too often, key account managers retreat from sales-focused conversations because it feels manipulative. Here's a simple negotiation tactic that will help.

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Account Manager Tips

SEPTEMBER 15, 2022

Why key account managers need a personal brand Why I started to build my personal brand Step 1: Figure out your personal brand Step 2: Create a personal branding plan Step 3: Become a student of personal branding Join the Personal Branding Playbook In other news Quote of the week. Table of Contents. Your digital reputation.

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Red Star Kim

OCTOBER 24, 2022

One delegate was struck by my fun use of dinosaurs in portfolio management. On a more serious note, we considered the advice of Malcolm McDonald on categorising clients from his book Malcolm McDonald on value propositions – How to develop them (kimtasso.com). Key Account Management (KAM) programme (kimtasso.com).

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Account Manager Tips

JUNE 29, 2021

Your job as a key account manager is to deliver the kind of value that convinces your clients to stay in the loop. How does their message and value proposition differ from yours? Include a SWOT analysis in your account plan. From there, they enter the client lifecycle, nurture, grow and retain them.

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Account Manager Tips

AUGUST 10, 2021

But, for B2B companies, it falls to the sales team or the key account management team to ask. Would you be open to setting aside some time so I can explain our value proposition? Sharing tools and referral rewards incentivize word-of-mouth referrals. rarely ask for a referral. It sure does!)

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Account Manager Tips

JULY 9, 2020

For example don't say "meet with key stakeholders" when the job description has identified who those stakeholders are and you can say "meet with Product Management and Technical" instead. Here's the job description for a Senior Key Account Manager at Amazon , advertised in July 2020. Product adoption goals.

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Clarity Engagement Solutions

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

The goal is to create a collaborative relationship with stakeholders based around the development of the value propositions that address the needs of policy makers, patients and payers. A survey conducted by Cegedim revealed that Key Account Management (KAM) was the technique that procured the best results for market access strategies.

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Clarity Engagement Solutions

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

The goal is to create a collaborative relationship with stakeholders based around the development of the value propositions that address the needs of policy makers, patients and payers. A survey conducted by Cegedim revealed that Key Account Management (KAM) was the technique that procured the best results for market access strategies.

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Account Manager Tips

JULY 6, 2022

ne the value potential of the solution for customers. Use of knowledge management systems and learning with customers Provide value proposition for the customer's network. Learn more about the world's most amazing community of key account managers. Designing and producing the solution. ts and sacri?ces.

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Brightbridge Consulting

JANUARY 31, 2020

Two of a kind – Key account management and managing key accounts? One of perspectives we’ve identified as being essential for success is the notion that key account management is not the same as managing key accounts. Portfolio management.

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Cosawi

JULY 14, 2021

We talk to Dominque Côté about the central role of marketing in Key Account Management (KAM). Along with the Key Account Manager, marketing is the co-orchestrator of KAM – they are intrinsically linked. This broader perspective is vital to support the development of the account-centric Value proposition. .

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ProlifIQ

OCTOBER 30, 2024

KAM Technology & Use Cases in 2025 KAM technology plays a crucial role in supporting these best practices by providing powerful tools and features that streamline and enhance key account management processes. Interested in seeing a Key Account Management solution to help you retain and grow key customers?

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Account Manager Tips

AUGUST 9, 2022

Details at the end of this page ) The KAM CLUB You’re only seconds away from the essential training, advice and support you need for an exceptional career in key account management. Differentiated my value proposition. you can submit your own question for me to answer. Learn more.

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Mercuri International

JULY 1, 2021

Most people think that the biggest challenge for a Key Account Manager is the need to understand their account but is this all that is needed? To serve their accounts as effectively as possible, the KAM needs to access resources across different business units and silos of their own company. Johansson, E.

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Brightbridge Consulting

JUNE 12, 2019

Key Account Management: Skills Development: Flint Group. Group workshops and individual coaching for experienced senior key account leaders, commercial and technical managers. We also delivered new ideas and tools to further more effective and efficient approaches. Both areas build on each other.

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Arpedio

APRIL 29, 2024

SAM professionals are not just account managers; they play a pivotal role as value creators, ecosystem orchestrators, and pioneers of data-driven decision-making, crucial for unlocking market share and profitability. Christian Portmann guided us through DHL’s journey, emphasizing key elements pivotal to their success.

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Cosawi

JANUARY 24, 2025

Customer-Led and Team-Enabled Marketing In the evolving landscape of Key Account Management (KAM), Account-Based Marketing (ABM) has emerged as a cornerstone for driving customer-centric innovation. Nostalgia for traditional ways of working Some key account managers have built careers on relationship-focused sales models.

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DemandFarm

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

This cost-saving benefit is achieved by streamlining processes and eliminating inefficiencies, allowing marketing teams to allocate resources more effectively RevOps is more than just a framework—it’s the backbone of transformative business strategies like Account-Based Marketing (ABM), Product-Led Growth (PLG), and advanced sales enablement.

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ProlifIQ

APRIL 21, 2023

Tiering Accounts While they vary from business to business, some things to look for in a top account are: Size of business Customer adoption of your tool/product Relationship with champion/POC at business A tier 1 account should have data readily available. This information is to be used in the account plan.

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ProlifIQ

APRIL 5, 2023

Key account management also involves building strong relationships with clients. They include tactics such as effective communication, relationship-building, and ongoing account management. Tailor the value proposition to the specific needs and objectives of the client.

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Arpedio

MARCH 7, 2022

For key or strategic accounts, does it matter if marketing works with sales? Account-based marketing (ABM) revolutionized marketing. So, why do so many strategic/key account management (SAM/KAM) programs not integrate with ABM? Absolutely yes! Best recommendations to integrate SAM and ABM. Angus Robertson.

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SmartKarrot

MAY 12, 2023

Key Account Management (KAM) is a strategic approach that focuses on fostering long-term, value-driven relationships with a select group of high-potential customers. This article will discuss the top 6 Key Account Management skillsets that are crucial for driving business success.

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SmartKarrot

MAY 12, 2023

In today’s highly competitive business landscape, managing and nurturing key accounts has become a critical aspect of organizational success. Key Account Management (KAM) is a strategic approach that focuses on developing long-term, mutually beneficial relationships with a select group of high-potential customers.

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SmartKarrot

MAY 15, 2023

In the fast-paced and ever-evolving world of business, nurturing strong and lasting relationships with key clients is crucial for success. Key Account Management (KAM) is the art of strategically managing and nurturing these vital accounts, unlocking their full potential and driving long-term growth.

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SmartKarrot

SEPTEMBER 20, 2023

Navigating the complex waters of Key Account Management (KAM) is difficult. Key Account Management isn’t just about building and maintaining relationships. Every account has its unique challenges. Scenario 2: You notice a key client’s contract is about to end. Enter: Playbooks.

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