Sales Cycle

The sales cycle represents the series of predictable steps and associated timeframes that occur as prospects move through the sales process from initial awareness to closed deal and customer. The cycle spans marketing, selling, negotiation, closed deal, and customer onboarding phases.

Analyzing bottlenecks and inefficiencies at different cycle stages enables optimization. Adapting proven processes to match differences across products, price points, customers and industries is key - there is no one-size-fits-all sales cycle. Short, predictable cycles indicate solid methodology execution.

Lengthier, inconsistent sales cycles signal barriers, lack of qualification or flaws in positioning value. Improving conversion velocity, win rates and expansions post-sale all rely heavily on diagnosing and mastering the nuances of a sales team’s unique cycle dynamics.