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Unlocking the Secrets to Outside Sales Success in 2023

Veloxy

The year 2023 has brought with it new challenges and opportunities in the world of outside sales. As sales professionals navigate this ever-changing landscape, the secrets to their success lie in adapting to industry trends , leveraging technology, and honing essential skills.

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On the False Belief in Technology

Iannarino

In the past few days, several people have shared content touting the idea that technology can improve sales results. A number of the cited statistics point to a particular application that provides better outcomes. This belief began with the CRM and the promise of greater accountability and control, with neither being true.

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Why brands must bridge the knowledge gap in AI adoption

Martech

Unlike other recently hyped technologies (e.g., What happens when adopting a technology such as AI outpaces leaders’ understanding of its potential, its current application and its potential for harm? In 2023, IDC estimated AI spending to be $150 billion, with projections to exceed $300 billion by 2026.

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67% of marketers say lack of training is primary barrier to AI adoption

Martech

While 99% of marketers say they’re personally using AI, 67% say a lack of training remains a barrier to its adoption at work — three percentage points higher than in 2023, according to a new survey by The Marketing AI Institute. The number of people who “couldn’t live without AI,” jumped from 6% in 2023 to 15% today.

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Cloud-Based Solutions: The Sky Is the Limit for Retail Success

Speaker: Ryan Bryers, SVP of Global Engineering

With technology giants like Google, AWS, and Azure leading the charge, the true value of the cloud extends far beyond cost savings. July 26th, 2023 at 9:30am PDT, 12:30pm EDT, 5:30pm BST In a rapidly evolving industry, the shift from traditional on-premise systems to cloud-based solutions has become crucial for retail success.

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Sales Quota: The Complete Guide to Hitting & Crushing Quota in 2023

Veloxy

We’re living in an era where sales has the richest technology stack and set of professional capabilities than ever before. This blog post is your comprehensive guide on how to hit and crush sales quotas in 2023 and beyond. Keep up with the latest sales techniques, technology, and industry trends to stay ahead of the competition.

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AI fuels investment surge in Q2 amid slowdown in new products

Martech

We are once again seeing a steady uptick in new products since the end of last year, with the number jumping to 88 in Q2 2024 — but not nearly as much as we saw this time last year (128 in Q2 2023, a 31% decrease). Investment in martech companies was spread across 35 categories and significantly increased from $699 million in Q4 2023 to $1.8

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2 Retail Sectors That Are Completely Changing the Game: FMCG & Q-Commerce

Speaker: Joe Heather, Deliverect GM (UK&I) & Noah Hayes, Deliverect GM (US&CA)

Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and Quick Commerce (Q-commerce) are two vibrant sectors that have undergone significant transformations with the advancements in digital technology. October 26th, 2023 at 9:30am PDT, 12:30pm EDT, 5:30pm BST

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Retail Tech: Empower Associates, Optimize CX, and Boost Productivity

Speaker: Andrew Regan, Managing Partner at BlueSeed Retail Ltd.

Did you know that 70% of new retail technology fails to deliver expected benefits and can often decrease customer value, service, and experience? With that in mind, how can we empower our store associates to leverage new technology to optimize the customer experience and boost productivity?