Interview with Laith Al-Hashimi, Founder & Group CEO Sirocco Group
Release Date: 06/30/2024
Some Updates Before Our Winter Break!
CPQ Podcast
The CPQ Podcast team has some updates for you before we take a short break for the winter holidays. 1. CPQ Sales Reports Are Here! We've been busy collaborating with CPQ vendors throughout 2024. We're proud to announce the release of our first industry analyst report called "CPQ Sales Report." These insightful reports analyze leading CPQ solutions, highlighting their strengths and ideal use cases. While we initially aimed to publish 10 reports by the end of the year, we're happy to report we're on track to deliver several more in the first quarter of 2025. Our goal remains to have 25-30 CPQ...
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Unleashing the Power of CPQ with Suren Reddy, co-founder and principal at Cloudely
CPQ Podcast
Join Frank as he sits down with Suren Reddy, co-founder and principal at Cloudely, a leading Salesforce and Conga CPQ System Integrator. In this insightful episode, Suren delves into the world of CPQ, discussing: A Diverse Client Base: Learn how Cloudely caters to a wide range of clients, from SMBs to large enterprises. Innovative No-Code/Low-Code Solutions: Discover "Config," Cloudely's proprietary solution that empowers businesses with three powerful modules: HRMS, PMS, and Quality. The Future of CPQ with Agentforce: Explore how Agentforce can revolutionize the way Cloudely's...
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Interview with Manika Goyal, CEO & Founder of Intellicloud Solutions
CPQ Podcast
This week on the CPQ Podcast, we ditch the script and dive deep with industry veteran Manika Goyal, Founder of Intellicloud Solutions. With 20 years of experience conquering the telco landscape, Manika isn't afraid to shake things up. Discover why she ditched the traditional SI model and built an AI-powered product configurator specifically for the telecom industry. Get ready to hear about: The spark that ignited Intellicloud's creation (hint: it involves frustration with the status quo!) The biggest challenges and triumphs of building a product-led services company The power...
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Interview with Andrew Kumar (CPQ & Pricing Practice Lead) at Canidium
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Unleashing the CPQ Artist Within: Canidium Integrates Creativity with Technology This episode of the CPQ Podcast takes a unique turn as Frank chats with Andy Kumar, the CPQ + Pricing Practice Lead at Canidium. Forget your typical CPQ expert – Andy's background in art and anthropology brings a fresh perspective to the table. Intrigued? We dive deep into how Canidium leverages a powerful trio of CPQ and Pricing tools – SAP CPQ, Pricefx, and Salesforce. You'll hear: The unexpected benefits of Andy's artistic background in his current CPQ and Pricing role. The full spectrum of...
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Tune in to our latest CPQ Podcast episode with Sandeep Jain, Founder & CEO of MonetizeNow!
CPQ Podcast
In this insightful conversation, Sandeep shares his entrepreneurial journey from the early days of February 2021 to the present. We delve into the crucial role of combining CPQ, Billing, and Metering, and explore how Artificial Intelligence is revolutionizing MonetizeNow. Sandeep also discusses the latest trends in the CPQ/Billing/Metering industry, highlighting why MonetizeNow is the ideal solution for B2B SaaS businesses. We uncover the importance of timely implementation and delve into the challenges faced by salespeople when using CPQ software. Don't miss this exciting episode where we...
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Interview with Charan Singh, Principal at Deloitte Digital
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Join us on this episode of the CPQ Podcast as we delve into the world of Configure, Price, Quote (CPQ) with industry veteran Charan Singh, Principal at Deloitte Digital. Charan brings over 20 years of business experience to the table, and in this episode, he'll be sharing his insights on: Customer Segmentation Strategies: How does Deloitte Digital structure and understand their customer base? CPQ in Action: What are Charan's clients using CPQ for throughout the Quote-to-Cash lifecycle? Investment Landscape: What are CPQ investors looking for in today's market? The Future of...
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Uncover the World of Salesforce CPQ Solutions in Germany with Dennis Knodt and Ivan Todorov from Valuent.io
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Join us for a deep dive into Salesforce-focused CPQ solutions in Germany with Dennis Knodt, Founder & Managing Director, and Ivan Todorov, Managing Director, from Valuent. These industry experts share valuable insights on: The inspiration behind Valuent and its journey (combines "why" and "how" they started) Their target market segments (clarifies focus areas) Valuent's Salesforce consulting expertise (streamlines specific service offerings) Why they specialize in High Tech and Tech companies (highlights industry focus) Collaboration between their German and Bulgarian...
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An Interview with Hive CPQ’s CEO Frederik Taleman and Sales and Marketing Director Vera Vingerhoets
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In this episode, I sit down with Frederik Taleman, founder and CEO of Hive CPQ, and Vera Vingerhoets, their Sales and Marketing Director. Join us to hear their insights on: Growth Strategies: Frederik shares how Hive is scaling rapidly by building a powerful reseller and system implementer network. Low-Code/No-Code Approach: Vera highlights the impact of this approach that empowers users to build configurators. Microsoft Dynamics Success: Hive is now integrated with the Microsoft Dynamics 365 stack, offering streamlined sales processes. Omni-Channel Excellence: Hear how Hive...
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Tips for CPQ Customer Reference Calls
CPQ Podcast
Have you been wondering how to best leverage customer reference calls to make better CPQ Solution decisions? In this episode, we dive into the essential questions: who, what, when, where, why, and how. We'll share practical tips and best practices to make the most of these important and powerful calls.
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Interview Karl-Johan Linghede, CEO at Modular Management
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Unleash the power of modularity! This episode features Karl-Johan Linghede, a business veteran with over 25 years of experience, hailing from Stockholm, Sweden. He's the mastermind behind Modular Management, a company that's been revolutionizing how businesses handle complexity since its research roots in the 90s at Sweden's Royal Institute of Technology. Get ready to: Discover Karl-Johan's initial foray into the world of modularity and configurability. Learn the fascinating origin story of Modular Management – a research project turned industry leader. Deep...
info_outlineWe're thrilled to welcome Laith Al-Hashimi, founder of the Sirocco Group, back to the CPQ Podcast! Since his last appearance in 2022, Laith's Swedish system integration company specializing in CRM and CPQ solutions has experienced tremendous growth globally. In this episode, Laith dives deep into several key topics:
- From University Startup to Industry Leader: Laith shares his inspiring story of launching his first company while still a student.
- Sirocco Group's Growth Trajectory: He discusses the impressive growth the company has achieved in the past few years and shares their ambitious plans for the next five years.
- CPQ Expertise Across the Board: Laith offers insights on Salesforce Revenue Cloud & RLM, Experlogix, and their exciting new global partnership with Tacton.
- The Value of CPQ Certifications: He explores his perspective on CPQ vendor certifications and the benefits they bring to customers.
- Navigating the Market Landscape: Laith sheds light on the current economic climate within their operating markets.
- Agile Success with Safe: He explains how his team leverages the Scaled Agile Framework (SAFE) to achieve agility and deliver exceptional results for their clients.
This episode promises a wealth of knowledge and practical takeaways for anyone interested in CPQ solutions and scaling a successful business. Don't miss it!
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- Linkedin https://www.linkedin.com/in/laithalhashimi/
- Twitter / X @LaithAlHashimi
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