Are B2B deal sizes growing or shrinking?

According to a study by Salesforce, the average B2B deal size has grown by 20% in 2021 compared to 2020. This is likely due to companies increasing their spending as they look for more innovative solutions to solve their challenges.

What are the reasons why B2B companies are spending more on innovation?

Business-to-business (B2B) transactions have become more complex as technology advancements and changing customer needs force organizations to shift their focus to more innovative solutions. This is seen in the ever-growing deal sizes of B2B purchases. In 2021, Salesforce reported that the average deal size with their customers grew by 20% compared to 2020.

To take full advantage of the opportunities in an increasingly digital economy, new approaches to B2B sales and marketing are needed. This includes developing a deeper understanding of customer needs, utilizing data-driven insights to target customers and personalize offerings, and leveraging advanced technology such as artificial intelligence (AI) to optimize operations.

Clearly, B2B companies are investing in innovation so they can remain competitive. But what factors are prompting them to up their budgets in pursuit of new technology and services? In this article, we will explore some of the key drivers behind this trend, as well as how it’s impacting both vendors and buyers alike.

With access to a vast range of new solutions, buyers are now more empowered than ever to compare different offerings and make informed purchases. This shifts the balance of power considerably in B2B deals, placing an even bigger emphasis on quality customer service and value-added features that can set companies apart from their competitors.

More 2021 Stats

41% of sales leaders report that their customers desire more digital communication

Nearly 90% of sales reps emphasize the importance of anticipating customers’ needs

28% of B2B organizations now have hybrid sales roles

83% of Sales Professionals Report Working on Weekends

66% of teams were satisfied with the results that they are getting from using custom-recorded video in their sales processes.

Only 60% of sales reps meet quota

The businesses’ buying process will involve around 6-10 decision-makers

59% of sales reps said that adding custom-recorded video to their sales process increased their productivity.

Over 66% of sales pros report their team will stay remote or work in the office part-time in the future.

69% of buyers have accepted cold calls from new providers

More Sales Trends Stats

77% of Sales Professionals Now Conducting More Video Meetings

44% of salespeople give up after one follow-up call.

Today, 97% of consumers go online to research products and services.

60% of customers say no four times before saying yes.

A study by GetAccept revealed that sales reps experienced a 40% improvement in win rates when using online proposal software.

21% Higher Job Satisfaction for Salespeople Spending More Than 4 Hours a Day on Sales Activities

40% of sales reps still use tools like Outlook or Excel to store customer and lead data

48% of salespeople never even make a single follow up attempt.

LinkedIn is the #1 social media platform for B2B leads.

According to a study by Salesforce, the total close rate for B2B deals increased by 10% in 2021 compared to the year before. This is due to an increase in remote selling and sales teams investing more time on proactive outreach.

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