Smart Data Collective
SEPTEMBER 6, 2020
Data analytics is revolutionizing the future of ecommerce. A growing number of ecommerce platforms have expressed the benefits of data analytics technology and incorporated them into their solutions. How much of a role will big data play in ecommerce? Experts forecast that ecommerce providers will spend $6.2 billion on big data by 2025. This is a 150% increase over a seven-year period.
Zoominfo
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Imagine having to call 50-100 people in a day. All of those numbers, voicemails, busy signals, etc. It sounds crazy right? And imagine doing it with no help from technology. It’s just you and the phone. While dialing a list of phone numbers might not sound that complicated, it’s a lot more nuanced than just going down an alphabetized list of names. You might not think that automatic sales dialers have that much to offer you.
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FedSavvy
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Understanding a competitor’s potential to win a contract, a business must identify and assess their competitors’ capabilities, which includes a range of people, tools, processes and past performance. . A business’ assessment of a competitor’s capabilities must be intellectually honest. How do we realize such analysis? Consider the following guidelines when assessing the threats posed by a competitor: Categorize and analyze.
Intelligence Node
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
This article was first published on Forbes on Apr 23, 2020, and is authored by Intelligence Node CEO Sanjeev Sularia in his capacity as a member of the Forbes Tech Council. Recent retail news depicts a tale of two distinct fates: stores that are prospering, and those that are barely hanging on. 2019 was a tumultuous year […]. The post The Tech Effect: What All Retailers Can Learn From Beauty Brands appeared first on Blog.
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Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.
Smart Data Collective
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
From intelligent machines and automated cars to genetic modification and 3D printing, there’s a significant technological power shift everywhere at a rapid pace. Remarkable waves of technological solutions like Artificial Intelligence are driving the 4th industrial revolution that is redefining the norms between people, the web and the real world.
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Moz
SEPTEMBER 7, 2020
Posted by izzismith Google Search Console is by far the most used device in the SEO’s toolkit. Not only does it provide us with the closest understanding we can have of Googlebot’s behavior and perception of our domain properties (in terms of indexability, site usability, and more), but it also allows us to assess the search KPIs that we work so rigorously to improve.
Digimind
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Smart Data Collective
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
We recently talked about the incredible benefits of using AI in the CBD industry. We thought it might be good to delve into the topic in greater detail. You can see how big data and AI are being utilized by the most astute CBD marketers. When you evaluate the many different businesses and industries in the world today, some are flourishing more than others.
Zoominfo
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Does your sales pitch cut through the noise, or just create more? Time. It’s the most valuable asset humans own. The problem is that time is a non-renewable resource that is constantly diminishing. It stands to reason, then, that tempers flare whenever someone wastes your time. Because, well, how dare they? It’s infuriating. And unproductive. Also, more often than not, it’s just rude.
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As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.
Moz
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
Posted by MiriamEllis. Image credit: Danny Sternfeld. In creating a Google My Business listing for your local business, making a data-based decision is one of the most important steps you’ll be taking. Just how influential are the categories you select? Our recent State of the Local SEO Industry 2020 survey found that, out of all factors, GMB elements (which include categories) have the greatest impact on local pack rankings.
Domo
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Never has the world needed analytics more than it does right now. To get a handle on a crisis as profound as COVID-19 , it’s not only imperative that we have rapid access to data, but that we understand that information in a way that helps us move forward and be better prepared for whatever comes next. With that truth in mind, we invited analytics expert Donald Farmer to lead a virtual discussion on the power of analytics in a crisis for the inaugural episode of CURIOSITY , a new video series th
Smart Data Collective
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
Artificial intelligence is changing the Internet in ways we never expected. Savvy technology evangelists recognize the importance of AI in the 21 st Century, especially as Internet technology continues to evolve. AI is especially important in shaping the future of networking. An article in CISCOMAG talks about the benefits of using AI in improving network security.
Zoominfo
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Successful selling really boils down to one common goal: provide value through solving the customer’s problem. Sounds like a simple — and scalable — issue to resolve, right? On the surface, it is. But as you peel back the layers, a few variables enter the equation that prevent businesses from solving for growth. For starters, repeatable success typically originates from using repeatable processes, but combining each and every activity within the customer acquisition journey into a si
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Moz
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Posted by randfish We all know how effective link building efforts can be, but it can be an intimidating, frustrating process — and sometimes even a chore. In this popular Whiteboard Friday originally published in 2017, Rand Fishkin builds out a framework you can still use today to streamline and simplify the link building process for you, your teammates, and yes, even your interns.
Contify
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Contify’s AI-Based market intelligence platform delivered actionable insights that boost sales. Contify, the AI-enabled market and competitive intelligence solutions provider, has announced that it has successfully deployed its account intelligence solution to help a US-based semiconductor manufacturer leverage account intelligence to drive new opportunities that boost sales.
Smart Data Collective
SEPTEMBER 6, 2020
Big data tools are incredibly important for the survival of modern businesses. The best companies tend to invest in the highest quality big data technology to gain a competitive advantage in their market. However, the quality of the data-driven tools that they utilize plays a huge part in establishing their competitive advantages. They need to do their due diligence and find ways to make the most of the big data technology at their disposal.
Zoominfo
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
I hate the Dog Days of Summer excuse – it always felt like a cheap way for an underperforming sales rep to make an excuse for a slow month. Sales Rep : Yeah, just not a lot of movement in my pipeline – it’s the dog days of summer. You get it. What your sales rep is really saying is that many of their prospects and customers are out-of-office (OOO) — more so than any other time of the year.
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Domo
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
If you’ve visited our Coronavirus Tracker more than once since it launched on March 13, you probably noticed no two versions were alike. From a simple page that provided real-time data on the number of cases and deaths in various regions of the world to the robust tool that it is now, the tracker has evolved a lot during its six-month lifespan, becoming more visually appealing and powerful with each iteration.
Smart Data Collective
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
The number of companies utilizing data analytics has skyrocketed in recent years. In 2017, 53% of companies reported using data analytics as part of their strategy. This marks a 200% increase over a two-year period. This trend is hardly surprising. Data analytics is one of the most useful tools your business can utilize in order to quantify real-world information about its performance and efficiency.
Smart Data Collective
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
The market for big data is projected to be worth over $229 billion by 2025, according to research from Markets and Markets. The analysis suggests that the rapid growth in utilization of big data by SMEs is driving momentum in the big data market. A large portion of this growth can further be attributed to the growing use of big data for marketing. We have previously talked extensively about big data in digital marketing.
Smart Data Collective
SEPTEMBER 8, 2020
The rise of big data adoption by enterprises has seen analytics be applied to various areas of business. Supply chains, for instance, have greatly benefited from these efforts. Companies have been able to log data on product movement and, by analyzing these, they are able to streamline many of their logistics processes. For example, retail giant Walmart uses data gathered from its fleet’s activities to optimize supply chain routes , allowing the company to move products more efficiently and keep
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In today’s ultra-competitive markets, it’s no longer enough to wait for buyers to show obvious signs of interest. Instead, sales teams must be proactive, identifying and acting on nuanced buyer behaviors — often before prospects are fully ready to make a purchase. In this eBook from ZoomInfo & Sell Better, learn 10 actionable ways to use these buyer signals to transform your sales strategy and close deals faster.
Zoominfo
SEPTEMBER 10, 2020
Imagine having to call 50-100 people in a day. All of those numbers, voicemails, busy signals, etc. It sounds crazy right? And imagine doing it with no help from technology. It’s just you and the phone. While dialing a list of phone numbers might not sound that complicated, it’s a lot more nuanced than just going down an alphabetized list of names. You might not think that automatic sales dialers have that much to offer you.
Zoominfo
SEPTEMBER 11, 2020
I hate the Dog Days of Summer excuse – it always felt like a cheap way for an underperforming sales rep to make an excuse for a slow month. Sales Rep : Yeah, just not a lot of movement in my pipeline – it’s the dog days of summer. You get it. What your sales rep is really saying is that many of their prospects and customers are out-of-office (OOO) — more so than any other time of the year.
Zoominfo
SEPTEMBER 9, 2020
Successful selling really boils down to one common goal: provide value through solving the customer’s problem Sounds like a simple — and scalable — issue to resolve, right? On the surface, it is. But as you peel back the layers, a few variables enter the equation that prevent businesses from solving for growth. For starters, repeatable success typically originates from using repeatable processes, but combining each and every activity within the customer acquisition journey into a sin
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