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Episode 83: Governing Data On The EdgeThe EditorsDecember 17, 2021Wendy Batchelder, Chief Data Officer at VMware explores the role of the CDO, D&I and the increasing importance of edge computing.Read More

Episode 82: The Rising Appetite for ESG In Business The EditorsNovember 26, 2021Tim Doyle, Senior Policy Advisor at Bipartisan Policy Center explores the rising interest for companies to incorporate ESG into their business practices.Read More

Episode 81: Combatting Fraud In A Pandemic EraBruce DorrisNovember 12, 2021Bruce Dorris, President and CEO for the Association of Certified Fraud Examiners explores the top five risks for fraud.Read More

Episode 80: Addressing The Three Ps Of Marketing Gabie BokoSeptember 24, 2021Gabie Boko, Global Vice President Digital and Unified Customer Experience Officer of HPE addresses the three Ps of marketing.Read More

Episode 79: Ensuring Equal Opportunities On The Business Playing FieldReid BlackmanAugust 27, 2021Reid Blackman, Founder and CEO of Virtue Consultants and Advisory Board Member of Bizconnect joins us on the podcast to discuss ethics in AI.Read More

Episode 78: Celebrating 180 Years Of Innovation with IBM Inderpal BhandariAugust 13, 2021Tune in as we hear from Inderpal Bhandari, Global Chief Data Officer at IBM, to celebrate Dun & Bradstreet’s 180-year anniversary.Read More

Episode 77: Behind The Power Of Arm TechnologyInder SinghJuly 30, 2021Tune in as we hear from Inder Singh, Chief Finance Officer at Arm, one of the UK’s most successful technology companies.Read More

Episode 76: How Data is Changing Human ResourcesJosh BersinJuly 16, 2021Josh Bersin, CEO of Josh Bersin Company, discusses employee experience and how analyzing HR data can help businesses decide what really matters. Read More

Episode 75: Managing Risk In The Commercial Real-Estate MarketMatt RichardsonJuly 2, 2021Matt Richardson, Co-Founder and CEO of Income Analytics discusses managing risk in the commercial property market with data. Read More

Episode 74: The Data Safety Net Adrian Kunzle June 18, 2021Adrian Kunzle, Head of Product and Strategy at OwnBackup discusses the importance of having a data safety net in business. Read More

Episode Seventy-Two: Building International Networks Through DataVivek RamachandranMay 21, 2021Vivek Ramachandran, CEO at Serai joins the podcast to discuss fostering global trade networks thanks to data in a post-COVID19 world.Read More

Episode Seventy: Managing The Data OverloadFrode BergApril 30, 2021Frode Berg, Managing Director EMEA, Provenir discusses the biggest challenges facing banks and fintech’s and how data can help provide the solution.Read More

New! Dun & Bradstreet Data MarketplaceThe EditorsMarch 31, 2021D&B Data Marketplace Simplifies How Clients Can Find and Use Alternative Data Fast.Read More

Episode Sixty-Five: The Value Of Consistency and Certainty In BusinessDanny McCoyMarch 19, 2021Listen in as we speak to Danny McCoy, CEO of Ibec on driving growth across Ireland’s business and economic landscape.Read More

Episode Sixty-Four: The Power of ConnectionsNoor SugrueMarch 5, 2021Tune in as we speak to Dun & Bradstreet Accelerate partner Vintro, on the transformational value of the right connection in business.Read More

Small Businesses Find Opportunities in Midst of PandemicJoseph PascarettaFebruary 19, 2021In December 2020, we surveyed nearly 800 managers and senior managers at small businesses with 2-250 people in the United Stated to learn more about how COVID-1 ...Read More

Business Banking for Small Businesses: Bank Accounts, FAQs, and MoreThe EditorsJanuary 28, 2021Do Small Businesses need a Business Banking Account? What to consider when opening a business banking account, services, etc.Read More

An Open Letter to the Incoming U.S. AdministrationStephen C. DaffronJanuary 19, 2021President Stephen Daffron’s open letter to the incoming U.S. administration on how data can save small businesses.Read More

Protecting Your Business Identity During COVID-19The EditorsJune 12, 2020Learn about how to help protect your business's identity during COVID-19 from fraudsters.Read More

Helping Our Partners Accelerate into the FutureThe EditorsJune 12, 2020Learn how Dun & Bradstreet works with our exclusive group of partners to help our clients.Read More

Dun & Bradstreet COVID-19 Commerce Disruption TrackerBrian AlsterMay 18, 2020Dun & Bradstreet analyzes the ongoing impact of the coronavirus to businesses globally.Read More

Restarting Your Small BusinessJoseph PascarettaMay 15, 2020When stay at home orders have lifted, what should you do as a small business owner? Joseph Pascaretta shares his perspective.Read More

Rapid Visual Solutions Shares About Experience The EditorsMay 12, 2020Learn more about how Rapid Visual Solutions was established and grew through the founder's forward thinking and attention to cash flow.Read More

Bjork Construction Builds More Than Homes – They Build RelationshipsThe EditorsMay 7, 2020Learn how Bjork Construction leverages Dun & Bradstreet to monitor and build their business credit file.Read More

Protecting Your Business During UncertaintyJoseph PascarettaApril 27, 2020Protect your business during times of uncertainty, including the coronavirus pandemic. Joseph Pascaretta, a former business owner, shares his insights.Read More

Funding for Small Businesses Through the CARES ActJoseph PascarettaApril 15, 2020Learn more about funding through the CARES Act and ways small businesses can protect their cash flow during the coronavirus pandemic.Read More

In Times of Stability or Uncertainty, Dun & Bradstreet Can HelpThe EditorsApril 10, 2020Data and insights to help you navigate an ever-changing business landscapeRead More

Driving Demand Digitally in Days of Social DistancingDeniz OlcayMarch 25, 2020We’ve identified four key impacts of the COVID-19 epidemic may have on go-to-market teams to help you identify new ways to help drive demand.Read More

How to Protect Your Business from a Natural DisasterAmber ColleyDecember 10, 2019Learn how to protect your employees and your investments to ensure a safe 2020.Read More

Pork Barrel BBQ Wins the Support of 6,000 Retailers NationwideThe EditorsDecember 10, 2019Learn how Pork Barrel BBQ used business credit to grow their business from a simple idea to 6,000 retailers nationwide.Read More

etaGLOBAL Builds Credibility Among Their Employees and ClientsThe EditorsNovember 22, 2019Learn how this small business used business credit to bolster their reputation and strengthen their business relationships.Read More

How to Celebrate National Credit Months as a Small BusinessAmber ColleyOctober 21, 2019Learn how participating in national credit events can help grow your small business.Read More

Women’s Small Business Month: Access to Capital for Women EntrepreneursAmber ColleyOctober 21, 2019Women-owned businesses are now a significant driver of economic and employment growth, yet many female entrepreneurs still see access to capital as an obstacle. ...Read More

Small Business Trends & Strategies | Pepperdine PCA Index Q3 2019Amber ColleyOctober 2, 2019See what methods of business financing were most successful in Q3 2019.Read More

AMS.NET Maintains Small-Company Feel Despite Rapid GrowthThe EditorsSeptember 27, 2019Learn more about how AMS.NET, a small telecommunications company, leveraged Dun & Bradstreet’s solutions to grow their business.Read More

Small Business Saturday for B2BAmber ColleySeptember 20, 2019Small Business Saturday isn’t just for B2C. Learn how to increase revenue and strengthen relationships on Small Business Saturday 2019.Read More

Custom Powder Systems Strives for Employee SatisfactionThe EditorsAugust 27, 2019Learn more about how Custom Powder Systems, a small business manufacturer, improved their business credit and how Dun & Bradstreet was a part of their story.Read More

Small Business Trends & Strategies | Pepperdine PCA Index Q2 2019Amber ColleyJune 12, 2019Pepperdine Capital Access Index (PCA) report for 2019 Q1. See how current events are impacting businesses & get projected strategies for business growth.Read More

How Startups Use Business Analytics to Disrupt Industry LeadersCarrie WeinbergMay 31, 2019Learn how to use data to disrupt your market and deliver personalized shopping experiences.Read More

Small Business Trends & Strategies | Pepperdine PCA Index Q1 2019Amber ColleyMarch 5, 2019Pepperdine Capital Access Index (PCA) report for 2019 Q1. See how current events are impacting businesses & get projected strategies for business growth.Read More

GDPR Update: Why Small Businesses Need to ComplyAmber ColleyDecember 20, 2018Small business owner Sydni Craig-Hart talks about how her business was impacted by GDPR and why all SMBs need to comply.Read More

Do Millennials Know About Business Credit?Carrie WeinbergDecember 13, 2018Business credit is not a subject typically taught in college courses. However, separating business from personal credit can help young entrepreneurs reach their ...Read More

Identity Management is Multi-Step Process

On the Pursuit of Data Perfection: Fiction or Reality?Michael GoldbergDecember 12, 2018Dun & Bradstreet’s Chief Content Officer, Monica Richter, discusses misconceptions about data quality and how to effectively use data for your business.Read More

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Business Credit for the Trucking Industry: Part ThreeAmber ColleyNovember 19, 2018Trucking Freight Brokers are challenged with obtaining surety bonds, managing cash flow, handling liabilities, and more, but business credit can help.Read More

Identity Management is Multi-Step Process

Business Credit for the Trucking Industry: Part TwoAmber ColleyNovember 6, 2018Trucking Carriers and Forwarders are challenged with thin margins, establishing credibility, unexpected costs, and more, but business credit can help.Read More

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Playing the Part of Entrepreneur: Interview with Klickly's Cooper HarrisJudith HackettOctober 22, 2018Cooper Harris, founder of the AI-powered advertising platform Klickly, shares her checklist for startup success in an interview with Judy Hackett.Read More

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How SMBs Can Leverage Account-Based Marketing With the D-U-N-S NumberAmber ColleyOctober 5, 2018Enhance your marketing with the Dun & Bradstreet D-U-N-S® Number, which enables you to better target and understand your prospects.Read More

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Business Credit for the Trucking Industry: Part OneAmber ColleyAugust 23, 2018Learn how small and mid-size trucking companies can build business credit to win contract bids, improve cash flow management & raise credit limits.Read More

Identity Management is Multi-Step Process

Find the Right Lender for Your Small Business with the SBA Lender MatchJenny CrawfordJuly 23, 2018The SBA's free tool, Lender Match, links small businesses with lenders willing to offer capital. Here's everything you need to know about Lender Match.Read More

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Overcome Your Brain Bias to Be a Better EntrepreneurJeff StibelJuly 9, 2018Effective leaders are smart and self-aware. Identify and combat your own brain bias.Read More

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Building Blackline – Interview With CEO Therese Tucker Judith HackettJuly 6, 2018Learn how Therese Tucker built her successful fintech company, Blackline, got the business funded, and took it public.Read More

Identity Management is Multi-Step Process

3 Advantages of Small Business Analytics for Brick-and-Mortar StoresAmber ColleyJuly 2, 2018Analytics are essential for brick-and-mortar stores - Learn about customer spending habits, how post-millennials shop & how to personalize for customers.Read More

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Passion: An Entrepreneur’s Most Valuable AssetJeff StibelJune 18, 2018Vice Chairman Jeff Stibel explains why passion is a trait an entrepreneur can’t do without.Read More

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How Your SMB Can Become an Amazon Prime SupplierAmber ColleyJune 14, 2018Find out how to get started as an Amazon Seller, with an intro to the Amazon Marketplace. Hear pros & cons of joining the Fulfilment by Amazon Program.Read More

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EIN vs. Dun & Bradstreet D-U-N-S^® NumberAmber ColleyMay 25, 2018There's a lot of confusion around getting an EIN or a D-U-N-S Number. Learn what each number does and how they benefit your business in different ways.Read More

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3 Ways to Help Rebuild Your Company’s Business Credit Scores & RatingsAmber ColleyMay 22, 2018If your D&B scores and ratings don't reflect your business's credibility, you can take action to help impact your business credit profile. Read More

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How to Win Big Contracts as a Small BusinessAmber ColleyApril 25, 2018Knowing what large companies are looking for prior to bidding on their contracts can help you prepare and possibly win more contract bids.Read More

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The Failure WallJeff StibelApril 16, 2018Jeff Stibel shares how he created the failure wall and how it has contributed to a culture of success in the office.Read More

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Entrepreneurism Is a DiseaseJeff StibelMarch 1, 2018Jeff Stibel, Vice Chairman of Dun & Bradstreet, offers his advice to entrepreneurs and it’s not what you might think.Read More

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How a Good Credit-Building Strategy Can Impact Your Company’s ReputationAmber ColleyJanuary 25, 2018Help get loans or contracts by building a reputation through your business credit file.Read More

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Tips for Small Business Growth During Economic UncertaintyAmber ColleyDecember 20, 2017Learn how you can best prepare your small or medium business for a successful year full of growth and protection, despite economic uncertainty.Read More

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What Small Business Owners Need to Know Before Bidding on ContractsAmber ColleyNovember 20, 2017Just because you’re ready to bid on contracts for your business, doesn’t mean you’re prepared. Here’s how to prep for success.Read More

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Managing Supplier Risk with Big-Box StoresAmber ColleyOctober 27, 2017When small businesses get contracts with large companies, they may be reaping great benefits, but they’re also subject to great risk.Read More

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Following the Slow Decline of Toys “R” UsDave EaricksonSeptember 22, 2017How credit leaders can assess impact of the Toys “R” Us business bankruptcy filing.Read More

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5 Tips to Help Keep Your Small Business Product in Big-Box StoresAmber ColleySeptember 8, 2017These tips could increase your chances at keeping your retail contract and building a long-term, successful relationship with your vendor.Read More

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How SMBs Can Hire & Keep Quality EmployeesAmber ColleyAugust 11, 2017Competing for and winning top talent as a small or medium enterprise can be difficult, but it’s not impossible. Read More

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Strategies for Combating Federal Funding Cuts Amber ColleyJune 29, 2017Learn how you can prepare your business for uncertainty and federal budget cuts, so you can fund your business growth. Read More

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The Sales Acceleration Tools Perfect for Small BusinessesAmber ColleyMay 30, 2017Sales acceleration can be a crucial concept for small business owners, despite how popular it is among enterprise companies. Read More

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Comprehensive Company Reference Tool From Mergent with Dun & BradstreetThe EditorsApril 10, 2017Read about Mergent’s decision to partner with Dun & Bradstreet, helping library patrons make informed decisions across a variety of research needs.Read More

6 Tips to Sell Sales Reps on Your Sales Enablement Content

6 Tips to Get Sales Reps Excited About Your Sales Enablement ContentShelly LucasFebruary 15, 2017Is your sales enablement content gathering dust? Maybe it’s time to sell the sellers on what they really need.Read More

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How to Achieve Supplier DiversitySydni Craig-HartJanuary 18, 2017Diversity in your supply chain can help your business meet compliance standards and improve social responsibility. Here's how you can help achieve successful su ...Read More

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India and Mexico: Bright Opportunities, Baffling ChallengesPhilip DeMontDecember 12, 2016American firms are looking at India & Mexico as new trade partners. Learn more about the challenges & opportunities for these countries as emerging markets.Read More

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How to Take the Headache Out of B2B Digital Targeting Leslie HancockNovember 30, 2016Heavy investments in analytics and sophisticated targeting models aren’t working for some marketers. Learn how interconnected data can turn things around. Read More

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The State of American ManufacturingMark TonerNovember 14, 2016What’s the true state of American manufacturing? Some say the industry is in decline, others say it’s booming. Learn the facts. Read More

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One Way B2B Marketers Should be Using Website Traffic (But Aren’t) Shelly LucasOctober 31, 2016Yes, anonymous B2B website visitors can – and should – be shaping your personalized marketing strategy. Find out how in this infographic.Read More

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What’s Your Plan to Win Your Customers’ Hearts?Erin WrightSeptember 20, 2016Quality data is foundational to building meaningful relationships. Get the Data Strategy Blueprint and plan to win your customers hearts and business.Read More

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South China Sea Conflict Could Harm U.S. Small Business InterestsMarcie GeffnerSeptember 7, 2016Disputes over the South China Sea could have consequences for US small businesses. Learn about the controversy and risks to trade, shipping & fishing.Read More

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5 Reasons Programmatic Advertising is the Future of B2B MarketingMichael GoldbergJuly 8, 2016Programmatic advertising is getting rave reviews...And it’s not just for B2C. Discover the benefits for B2B brands. Read More

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The Global Impact of the D-U-N-S^® NumberMichael GoldbergJune 2, 2016Learn how the D-U-N-S Number is leveraged by thousands of enterprises globally to predict the reliability of a company and inform smarter business decisions.Read More

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5 Types of Advanced Analytics for Sales & Marketing TeamsMichael GoldbergMay 16, 2016We break down the major types of advanced analytics to help beginners understand the potential behind using data & analysis in sales & marketing. Read More

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Is Your Marketing Database Ready for Customer AnalyticsShelly LucasApril 6, 2016Implementing customer analytics is no easy task. Learn how to build a case for advanced customer analytics, and how to prepare your marketing database.Read More

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Digital Modernization UnpluggedRitika PuriApril 4, 2016The new dnb.com uses D&B data to identify “anonymous” B2B visitors and personalize the online experience.Read More

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How Credit-Sales Collaboration Can Drive GrowthBob PorrecaJanuary 23, 2016Learn how the collaboration between credit and sales departments can drive business growth and spur increased profitability.Read More

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Social Media and the Data Management PlatformThe EditorsJanuary 20, 2016This white paper from Dun & Bradstreet partner of Oracle provides real-world examples and performance metrics from companies who have been successful utilizing ...Read More

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The Cold Email: 4 Tips to Maximize Your ResultsTracey PanekJanuary 19, 2016Tired of cold calling and face-to-face prospecting? Try adding the cold email to your sales strategy as an additional prospecting method.Read More

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Small Business Marketing Goals for the FutureTracey PanekJanuary 18, 2016From email marketing to online ads, small businesses are beginning to cost effectively step up their marketing strategies. Learn more about how to succeed.Read More

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Identifying the How, Why, and What of Sales ProspectingAmy BibleJanuary 17, 2016What's the key to unlocking your full sales prospecting potential? It starts with identifying the how, why, and what of your sales pitch.Read More

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Close More Deals with Sales IntelligenceThe EditorsJanuary 14, 2016Don't approach prospects with a canned sales pitch. Arm yourself with detailed sales intelligence to better understand, target, and engage prospects.Read More

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Data: The Key Ingredient of ProgrammaticMichael GoldbergJanuary 14, 2016Programmatic data comes in lots of flavors. We explain why it pays for B2B marketers to mix it up.Read More

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Which Business Structure Should You Choose for Your Startup?Marco CarbajoJanuary 12, 2016Several key factors should be taken into consideration when you are deciding on a structure for your startup.Read More

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How to Create Personalized Marketing Campaigns for CustomerThe EditorsJanuary 12, 2016Buyers want more personalized messages from the brands they do business with. Find out how data insight helps you get up close and personal.Read More

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Looking to Nurture Your Leads a Bit Better?The EditorsJanuary 11, 2016Is lead generation a struggle for your business? Heed these tips and tricks on how to nurture your leads and convert them into engaged customers.Read More

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B2B Marketers See the Promise of Programmatic (Infographic)Michael GoldbergJanuary 8, 2016The results of our 2015 State of B2B Programmatic Advertising Survey are in! Find out what B2Bers think about this emerging strategy.Read More

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Methods of Many Colors: Targeting Audiences ProgrammaticallyMichael GoldbergJanuary 5, 2016Part 4 of the “Programmatic Matters” Series examines how to use data to paint an ideal customer picture and steer advertising choices.Read More

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Data as Competitive AdvantageThe EditorsJanuary 1, 2016In this white paper from the Winterberry Group, learn how an executive-level panel views these issues and how they plan to use data to create competitive advant ...Read More

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The Data Strategy Blueprint Series: Data Quality & IntegrationThe EditorsDecember 17, 2015The Data Strategy Blueprint Series:
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Understanding the Programmatic EcosystemMichael GoldbergAugust 27, 2015Don’t let your digital strategy get tangled up in programmatic complexities. Learn who’s who and pick the right partners.Read More

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Improve Sales & Marketing Alignment with these 5 QuestionsThe EditorsAugust 21, 2015What happens to your relationship with a lead after it goes to sales? Data can set the tempo for moving forward smoothly.Read More

3 Audience Targeting Myths You Should Know are False

3 Audience Targeting Myths You Need to IgnoreRitika PuriAugust 13, 2015Three targeting myths you don't know about (but should)Read More

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The Taxonomy of a Cookie and the Future of B2B Mobile MarketingVimal VelAugust 4, 2015Cookies aren't new. But their offline capabilities are making a splash with B2B marketers targeting mobile, multi-device-toting buyers.Read More

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4 Top Companies With Goals for Minority-Owned BusinessesJohn Rick KlarasApril 13, 2015Larger companies have started to set goals around working with minority-owned businesses. Here are four that stand out in their efforts to hit their goals. Read More

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Lead Nurturing Gone Wrong – And How to Make It RightShelly LucasJanuary 27, 2015Lead nurturing is about finding open doors. See more of them by improving your relationship-building.Read More

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Liquidity ManagementThe EditorsThis article explains what liquidity management is, how it applies to financial statements for investors, why it's important in business, and explains liquidity ...Read More

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Whitepaper: Finance Operations –
A Roadmap to SuccessThe EditorsGet an insider's look at Dun & Bradstreet's own experience building a finance operations structure and strategy for empowering growth.Read More

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Dun & Bradstreet's Client CommitmentTom RaukerDetailed steps that Dun & Bradstreet is taking to minimize the impact of COVID-19 on our operations.Read More

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