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In B2B markets, professional ties between buyers and sellers can lead to “win-win” outcomes.
Although outside experts can bring immense value to a project, firms must balance the potential information leakage that can emerge following outside expert involvement.
Over one-third of B2B buyers are willing to change suppliers today if their sustainability needs are not met.
Although they are less widespread than B2C platforms, B2B platforms can succeed by focusing on three key considerations.
Although horizontal referrals are common in B2B industries, managers must consider several different factors to increase their chances of receiving the best possible referral from a supplier.
In a recent study, B2B customers expressed strong preferences in self-service and collaboration with sellers.
Just as agile decision-making kept many B2B technology providers afloat during the pandemic, it may also propel them during uncertain economic conditions in the near future.
With the rise of group purchasing organizations, determining the optimal relationship between buyers and sellers has become an even greater challenge.
In interfirm relationships, the identity orientation of each party can impact what type of governance is the most effective.
Although trust in marketing relationships is imperative, it can also give rise to boundary spanner corruption that is detrimental to both parties.
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