In this hyper competitive environment, government decision-makers are looking for partners that truly understand their unique challenge and are deeply committed to delivering the best solution. In other words, winning requires an account-specific approach, which provides both an opportunity and a challenge for marketers.
When crafted together, the right win themes can inform the response and be the foundation of digital marketing, website updates, events and an array of content that showcase your organization's unique understanding of the problem and how to solve it — all in language that speaks to the federal audience.
The key is to consistently deliver useful messages across your ABM campaign - from digital advertising to virtual events to earned media placements and marketing collateral. By staying laser-focused on executing across the channels that reach the specific agency leaders, your company is in position to become a trusted source of information.
Harness the power of your marketing & sales teams integration in order to deliver content at the right time throughout the federal procurement process; from collateral and case studies during pre-solicitation to white papers and demonstrations during source selection.
A key part of your federal ABM program is measurement. Obviously, the ultimate measure is contract wins, but there are other key metrics to examine along the way at both the account and contact level. Here's what to think about as you set up KPIs, how to contextualize them for leadership, and how to tell if you are achieving your goals.
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Content Infographic - How might we apply this strategy to the 18-24 month capture journey itself? It’s all about harnessing the power of your marketing & sales teams' integration in order to deliver the right information at the right time over the key stages below. Download our quick reference guide for a sample of content form factors across key procurement stages.
Marketing Considerations - Marketing targeted at awareness vs procurement requires different message themes targeted at different federal decision-makers. Craft an outreach program that shows your unique ability to solve their specific problems with a messaging strategy focused on customer needs. Download our quick reference guide with some key differences between these approaches.
Asset Checklist - The right win themes and copy points can inform the RFP response and be the foundation of digital marketing, website updates, events and an array of assets — all in language that speaks to them. Download our quick reference guide for strategic and tactical assets.
Federal Forums - The federal community is comprised of a number of influential industry associations and media organizations that bring vendors and government leaders together to discuss collective challenges and opportunities. Download our quick reference guide for a sample of organizations/outlets to consider when engaging decision-makers.
