The SaaS Sales Surge: Why Businesses are Doubling Down on Sales Tools

In the world of sales, software-as-a-service (SaaS) products are increasingly becoming an essential tool for businesses. According to a recent survey of 163 sales leaders across Europe, the Middle East, and Africa, the average spend on SaaS products for sales has increased by 50% over the past two years.

The survey also revealed that the top three most commonly used SaaS products for sales are customer relationship management (CRM) software, sales enablement tools, and sales intelligence tools. CRM software allows sales teams to manage customer interactions and relationships, while sales enablement tools help streamline and optimise the sales process. Sales intelligence tools, on the other hand, provide insights and data to help sales teams make more informed decisions.

The increase in spend on SaaS products for sales can be attributed to several factors. Firstly, businesses are becoming more data-driven, and SaaS products provide the necessary tools to collect and analyse data effectively. Secondly, remote working has become more common, and SaaS products allow sales teams to work collaboratively from different locations. Finally, automation is increasingly becoming an important aspect of sales, and SaaS products provide tools to automate various parts of the sales process, such as lead generation and follow-up.

Overall, the trend towards increased spend on SaaS products for sales is expected to continue, as more businesses realise the benefits that these tools can provide. By investing in SaaS products, businesses can improve their sales processes, increase efficiency, and ultimately drive more revenue.

Alastair Cole

Co-Founder & CEO

Alastair started his career in digital marketing, using technology to create award-winning campaigns and innovative products for world-leading brands including Google, Apple and Tesco. As a practice lead responsible for business development, he became aware that the performance of sales staff improved when they were coached more regularly. His vision is that technology can be used to support sales managers as they work to maximise the effectiveness of their teams.

https://www.linkedin.com/in/alastaircole/
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