As a supplier, you might be proud of the “ocean” in your story. Maybe it’s your global reach, your decades of experience, or the breadth of your product line. You put that front and center, confident that it’s what will impress.
Continue readingDo Your Customers Think You’re “the Best in the City”?
The other night, my wife asked if the doctor had called with my test results. I told her he hadn’t, but that if he wasn’t worried, I wouldn’t be either. After all, I said, “He’s the best in the city.” Her response was quick: “Everyone likes to think their doctor is the best in the city.”
Continue readingStop Writing for the People Who Already Know You
One of the most common mistakes we see industrial companies make is writing content for people who already understand their product, their market, and their acronyms. It’s natural. Internal teams get comfortable with their own shorthand.
Continue readingWhen “High Quality” Stops Working: The Case for Proof Over Promises
Almost every industrial company uses the same language to describe themselves: high quality, reliable, and trusted. But here’s the hard truth: those words don’t mean anything unless you back them up.
Continue readingLet marketing lead the messaging
In many industrial companies, product development runs like a well-oiled machine. Specs get written, features get tested, and the engineering team is proud of what they’ve built. But when it’s time to share that story with the market, things start to slow down.
Continue readingWhat the 3-Click Rule Reveals About Your Website’s UX (And How to Fix It)
In industrial sales, your website isn’t just a digital brochure — it’s your storefront, salesperson, and product specialist rolled into one. Potential buyers want to self-serve, move fast, and avoid unnecessary back-and-forth.
Continue readingThe Role of Sustainability in Industrial Materials Marketing
Sustainability has become so much more than just a buzzword—it’s a business imperative. For manufacturers, sustainability is no longer a “nice to have”; it’s an essential part of their operations, driven by regulatory demands, consumer expectations, and the need to future-proof their supply chains.
Continue readingThe Evolution of Supplier Relationships
In the world of manufacturing, the way suppliers and manufacturers work together has changed. It used to be simple: a supplier provided materials, the manufacturer used them, and the relationship ended there.
Continue readingBuilding a Strong Online Presence: A Roadmap for Industrial Suppliers
In today’s digital-first world, manufacturers start their supplier search online—long before making contact. For industrial suppliers, this means your online presence isn’t just important—it’s essential. Discover how to build a digital presence that builds trust, demonstrates expertise, and turns website visitors into qualified leads.
Continue readingOvercoming the Challenges of Long Sales Cycles in the Industrial Sector
In the industrial sector, long sales cycles aren’t just common—they’re expected. Decisions about suppliers often involve multiple stakeholders, months of deliberation, and a meticulous evaluation process.
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