Sat.Feb 24, 2018 - Fri.Mar 02, 2018

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4 Ways Technology Has Changed B2B Selling

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Technological advancements have the ability to transform any industry or job function overnight—including B2B sales. Although these changes are often exciting, keeping up with the evolving technological landscape can feel like a full-time job. If you fall behind on the latest and greatest in technology, you fall behind your competitors. Don’t let this happen to you!

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Is Self-Serve Data Prep the Same as Augmented Data Prep?

Elegant BI

Self-Serve Data Preparation and Augmented Data Prep Go Hand in Hand! I was talking to a friend the other day and she shared with me her experience at a recent business intelligence conference. She was a bit confused by some of the terminology and we spent a few minutes parsing the terms and talking about the concept of self-serve data preparation. She was confused by the fact that self-serve data prep and augmented data preparation are often mentioned in the same discussion. “If something

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Azure Data Lake, Azure Analysis Services, Power BI and How They Relate

BI Insight

I recently spoke in Tampa Dev Azure Meeting in a webinar form on 31st Jan 2018. We received interesting questions during the presentation. My aim was to introduce basic concepts of Big Data, Azure Data Lake, Azure Data Lake Store (ADLS), Azure Data Factory (ADF) and Power BI. I would like to thank Tampa Dev … Continue reading Azure Data Lake, Azure Analysis Services, Power BI and How They Relate.

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Kohl's fights back—with its stores

DC Velocity

Direct-from-store fulfillment, improved collaboration, and improving the use of data are among key drivers moving retailer forward.

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Prepare Now: 2025s Must-Know Trends For Product And Data Leaders

Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, and Terrence Sheflin

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.

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25 Must-Read Sales Blogs

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As a busy sales rep, you don’t have a ton of time to spend perusing blog posts. After all, you have calls to make, quotas to hit, and demos to run. But, what if we told you a quick reading break might actually increase your sales productivity? We won’t go so far as to say you should skip important meetings or spend half of your day reading blog posts—but we definitely recommend that you spend a few minutes every day catching up on industry news and sales blogs.

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Azure Data Lake, Azure Analysis Services, Power BI and How They Relate

BI Insight

I recently spoke in Tampa Dev Azure Meeting in a webinar form on 31st Jan 2018. We received interesting questions during the presentation. My aim was to introduce basic concepts of Big Data, Azure Data Lake, Azure Data Lake Store (ADLS), Azure Data Factory (ADF) and Power BI. I would like to thank Tampa Dev … Continue reading Azure Data Lake, Azure Analysis Services, Power BI and How They Relate.

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At Nor-Cal Beverage, new racks keep the fizz in the biz

DC Velocity

As its bottling business boomed, beverage maker Nor Cal struggled with warehouse space constraints. High-density racks from Twinlode provided the room it needed to grow.

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25 Must-Read Sales Blogs

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As a busy sales rep, you don’t have a ton of time to spend perusing blog posts. After all, you have calls to make, quotas to hit, and demos to run. But, what if we told you a quick reading break might actually increase your sales productivity? We won’t go so far as to say you should skip important meetings or spend half of your day reading blog posts—but we definitely recommend that you spend a few minutes every day catching up on industry news and sales blogs.

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pCloud vs Dropbox: Comparing Pricing, Collaboration Tools and Security

Better Buys

pCloud and Dropbox are both cloud-based document management tools that allow companies to securely collaborate on and store files. We’ve compared pCloud and Dropbox to highlight key differences and factors to consider when making a purchasing decision. Product Overviews Here are excerpts from our pCloud and Dropbox reviews that summarize each tool: pCloud: pCloud stores […].

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Gain a Competitive Edge With This Scenario Planning Toolkit

In a world where uncertainty and change are constant, scenario planning empowers companies with the agility and competitive edge needed to thrive. Download the toolkit to fortify your business strategy , set up your competitive positioning , and ensure your company is poised to respond to any future scenario.

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Cure for the Common Cold Call [Infographic]

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Even the most experienced sales reps don’t enjoy picking up the phone to call a complete stranger. Yet, cold calling is still an essential part of selling. In fact, 78% of decision-makers polled have taken an appointment or attended an event that came from a cold call ( source ). If your team’s performance is lagging and your cold calls are falling flat, it’s time to conduct an audit of your B2B database.

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8 Social Media Mistakes B2B Marketers Should Avoid

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93% of B2B marketers use social media, and with good reason—it works ( source ). A 2014 study revealed that the ten most socially connected brands saw 31% greater revenue growth than the least connected brands. The same study showed that B2B decision makers are 10% more likely to consider brands that consumers know and feel connected to ( source ). We haven’t been shy about touting the benefits of social media in B2B sales and marketing.

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Second multi-story DC to be built in New York City

DC Velocity

Project in Bronx joins with similar initiative in Brooklyn as first two such structures on East Coast.

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XPO launches WMS platform to support warehouse robotics

DC Velocity

"WMx" product supports quick launch of automated, robotics-based DCs, firm says.

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Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?

Whether your organization is at the start of its sustainability and impact journey or years into it, many brands share a common concern: the uncertainty of whether they are sending stakeholders mixed messages. Creating content that speaks to your audience's “love language” can be a tricky dance. But, worry not! 3BL has put together tips to ensure that your content not only finds its rhythm but also resonates with your target audiences.

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Kion strategy adapts to digitization trends

DC Velocity

Dematic acquisition and hot lift truck demand contribute to $9.4 billion revenue, firm says.

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Maritime firms launch digital supply chain management portals

DC Velocity

Evergreen, Kuehne + Nagel say online tools to improve data transfer and transparency for importers, exporters.

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Omnitracs launches cloud-based fleet management platform

DC Velocity

Omnitracs One delivers various software modules for spectrum of long-haul and last-mile trucking, firm says.

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Honeywell launches track and trace platform for auto parts

DC Velocity

Firm teams with German parts provider TecAlliance to prevent sale of counterfeit products, Honeywell says.

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7 Strategies to Gather (and Actually Use) Competitive Intel from Employees

Leaders in competitive intel know that the employees who interact with customers and prospects every day hold valuable competitive insights that could help win sales. But they don’t have a good plan or system to gather, organize, and share these insights with the stakeholders who need them. In this eBook, we outline 7 strategies to make it easier to build and scale an employee sharing program that will drive competitive advantage.

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California cartage drivers sue XPO, charging employee misclassification

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Class action says company fully controls cartage drivers, but labels them independent contractors.

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Business interests defeat effort in Illinois to slap "impact" fees on warehouse owners

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Levy would have been based on level of truck activity at "logistics centers.".

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Consultancies form ocean buying group to win better rates for small, mid-size shippers

DC Velocity

Chainalytics, Drewry to combine rate-buying, market-intelligence functions.

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Port of Virginia launches truck reservation system at Norfolk

DC Velocity

Port truckers will need reservations to call port in early morning.

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Business Intelligence 101: How To Make The Best Solution Decision For Your Organization

Speaker: Evelyn Chou

Choosing the right business intelligence (BI) platform can feel like navigating a maze of features, promises, and technical jargon. With so many options available, how can you ensure you’re making the right decision for your organization’s unique needs? 🤔 This webinar brings together expert insights to break down the complexities of BI solution vetting.

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C.H. Robinson taps Biesterfeld as COO

DC Velocity

Executive to run five of the company's divisions.

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AWeber vs GetResponse: Comparing Marketing Automation, Email Features and Pricing

Better Buys

AWeber and GetResponse are two of the biggest names in the email marketing and marketing automation industry. They both offer basic campaign functions and flexible autoresponders, along with some valuable extras. Although there are alternatives, integrating one of these solutions is probably the best way to get started. We’ve compared AWeber and GetResponse to highlight […].

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AWeber vs GetResponse: Comparing Marketing Automation, Email Features and Pricing

Better Buys

AWeber and GetResponse are two of the biggest names in the email marketing and marketing automation industry. They both offer basic campaign functions and flexible autoresponders, along with some valuable extras. Although there are alternatives, integrating one of these solutions is probably the best way to get started. We’ve compared AWeber and GetResponse to highlight […].

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MailChimp vs GetResponse: Comparing Features, Implementation and Pricing

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MailChimp and GetResponse are marketing automation and email marketing tools that help companies of all sizes effectively use email to market products, get in touch with prospects and increase sales. We’ve compared MailChimp and GetResponse to highlight key differences and the factors to consider when making a purchase decision. Product Overviews The following are excerpts […].

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr