From time to time, I let you know about some of the more useful (out of the abundant crop available on the Internet!) online tools for Search Engine Optimization (SEO) that I have come across. So here’s the latest batch of valuable, and free, widgets that I’ve found: The first is a site that checks […]
The Mechanics of Email Marketing
There are many different possibilities for software and hardware companies when it comes to formulating a marketing mix. I’ve written previously about some of my favorites. One method that can be a big winner–if done well–can also be a big loser if done poorly. I’m referring to email marketing. If you want to be successful […]
Contrasting Software & Hardware Businesses
As regular readers are aware, much of my consulting practice centers on working with software-based companies such as SaaS and infrastructure software. But I have substantial hardware market experience as well, so I also work with hardware companies. A debate around hardware vs software business models is something that you don’t often see a lot. […]
Technology Sales & Marketing-Is a direct or indirect approach best?
A question that often arises with early-stage software and hardware companies is “How should we sell our product? Should our technology sales approach be to sell directly, or should we sell through distributors, dealers/retailers, or OEM partners?” Best Technology Sales Method: It depends The answer, like most topics discussed in this forum, is rarely as […]
