Lead management automation (LMA) requires a degree of process maturity many B2B firms don't possess, resulting in underachievement by vendors and users alike. Yet, the benefits of adopting this emerging category of marketing automation software are clear: B2B marketers who successfully implement LMA process and technology enjoy more predictable conversions, faster sales cycles, and real alignment between marketing activity and sales results. While leading vendors like Eloqua, Marketo, and Silverpop offer products that help improve marketing and sales productivity, none of these suppliers have moved into a breakaway position in this market to date. A fact that represents some degree of risk to marketers considering an investment here.
This teleconference takes a closer look at the LMA market and discusses some of the findings behind Forrester's recently published market overview of this space. B2B marketers considering a lead management automation purchase before the end of the year will benefit from listening to this presentation and learning how to select technology partners who can help develop and mature best lead management practices — an art and science that goes beyond simple technology selection.
Agenda:
- Why lead management automation is essential in B2B
- How a crowded market and similar-sounding vendor claims muddy the water
- Forrester's take on the LMA market
- What you should prioritize in your LMA selection process
Vendors mentioned: Aprimo, Eloqua, eTrigue, Genius.com, HubSpot, LeadLife Solutions, Leads360, Loopfuse, Manticore Technology, Market2Lead, Marketbright, Marketo, Neolane, Pardot, salesforce.com, Silverpop, Sitecore, and Unica
You'll receive an email with dialing and Webex instructions prior to the Webinar.