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Got CXM? Why customer experience management isn’t just a nice-to-have for strategic account management

Strategic Account Management Association

In strategic account management, companies have to address the never-ending question of how to differentiate themselves and gain market share. I’m talking about customer experience management (CXM), which I would argue may be the single most important investment a company can make in today’s cut-throat business climate.

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Back to the Future: F2F selling is returning, but virtual selling is here to stay

Strategic Account Management Association

Just when customer account teams and salespeople were beginning to grow accustomed to virtual-only sales and account management, a return to (some) face-to-face interactions is on the horizon. Figure 2: Buyer and seller perspectives on the challenges of virtual sales interactions. These mixed results are not surprising.

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How to Choose the Best Account Planning Software

Upland

You know that you need to find the best account planning software for your team. A technology that doesn’t integrate well into your processes and has poor adoption with your team is an issue, and it’s often too late once you’ve chosen the software to go back on it. But not all software is created equal. But how do you do it?

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The 10 Best SaaS CRM Software

Hubspot Sales

I distinctly remember the day I learned about CMRs: I was using a spreadsheet for my contact management, and I felt like other people maintained their networks better by sheer luck. Benefits of Using a SaaS CRM The Best SaaS CRM Software Finding the Perfect CRM for Your SaaS Company What Is a SaaS CRM? User Experience.

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The Importance of Change Management in Account Planning

Upland

Sales leaders often find that commitment to change is the single most important ingredient in a successful account planning practice. A lthough change can be scary, difficult and potentially costly if not managed correctly, it is ultimately the key to achieving higher win rates, championing large buying groups, and growing revenue.

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What is Key Account Management? Strategy and Tips

Upland

Account planning and effective account management strategies are about much, much more than your key accounts. That said, any account manager worth their salt has a strategy for their key accounts. Sales map example for smaller accounts. Sales maps for key accounts tend to be quite complex with many stakeholders.

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Best Sales Training Software

Hubspot Sales

In sales, where every conversation counts and every opportunity demands precision, your team needs more than just the ordinary training programs. Without sales training software, it would be very difficult to ensure reps are applying best practices, staying up-to-date with the products and services they’re selling, and closing deals.