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Break & Glue: The art of capturing complex mega-strategic accounts in CRM to get the most from account planning tools 

Strategic Account Management Association

A while ago, I came across a discussion about the optimal way to capture strategic customers in a customer relationship management (CRM) tool in a way that enables effective, efficient account planning using account planning applications or tools. A Generic Complex Mega-Strategic Account.

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SUSTAINABLE SAM: ARE YOU READY FOR THE NEW REALITY?

Strategic Account Management Association

As I write this, I am aware of several initiatives underway to better assess the sustainability of suppliers. The United Nations is sponsoring an initiative to develop a common supplier framework in the health industry. Procurement functions in different companies are looking at how to apply ESG metrics to their key suppliers.

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Ten insights on the future of SAM

Strategic Account Management Association

From Stanley’s perspective, SAM already serves as a beacon for what it means to be a sales professional–particularly when it comes to the rigor SAMs bring to account planning, solutions co-creation with customers and articulation of unique value propositions. #5. SAM will become (if it isn’t already) the standard bearer for all sales.

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10 Steps to Win Over Your Client’s New Procurement Team

Account Manager Tips

As a supplier you need to adjust fast and build a foundation of trust. My old contact has been replaced First things first: find out what they want 10 steps to become a supplier of choice Check these out Quote of the week. Pre-existing relationships with competitors that may jeopardise your current status as a supplier.

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A Step-by-Step Strategic Account Plan Template for Shared-Value

Hubspot Sales

To win new business and grow key accounts, account managers and sales executives must become thoroughly invested in their customer’s challenges, goals, and competitive landscape. This strategic account plan template will help you: Expand your understanding of your customer’s business, goals, and motivations.

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How Cytiva Transformed Account Planning with Salesforce Anywhere

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Now part of Danaher Corporation , Cytiva is a leading supplier of technologies and services for the development and manufacture of therapeutics. He shared with us his company’s experience rolling out Salesforce Anywhere for account planning. Why Salesforce Anywhere for account planning?

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9 Unexpected Reasons Why Key Account Management is Important

Account Manager Tips

Importance of key account management Existing business is cheaper and more profitable than new business. Account growth, renewals and advocacy are difficult for indirect suppliers because procurement focus on spend management. Key account management to the rescue! What is key account management? The answer?