Solutions Engineering Blogs

Sales engineering: The bridge between technical expertise and business value

Discover what sales engineering is, key skills required, how it differs from solutions engineering, and how AI is transforming the profession.

June 9, 2025

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The 10 best sales engineering tools for high-performance teams in 2025

Discover the 10 best sales engineering tools for 2025 designed to boost productivity, streamline workflows, and help high-performance teams close more deals.

June 4, 2025

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The complete guide to proposal coordinator roles & career path

Learn what proposal coordinators do, how to become a proposal writer, and master RFP process. Discover the path to proposal success and advance your career.

June 4, 2025

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RFP process best practices: How to respond faster and win more deals

Discover 8 proven RFP process best practices to help your team respond faster, personalize better, and boost win rates, with zero chaos.

June 4, 2025

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RFP bid no bid decisions made easy [2025 playbook]

Master the bid/no-bid process and learn how to assess opportunities, use a bid matrix, improve your bidding strategy, and boost win rates with smart proposal management.

May 21, 2025

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What are proposal color team reviews? [2025 guide]

Discover how proposal color team reviews, like Red, Pink, Green, and Gold, strengthen your proposal development process. Learn how to improve proposal quality, compliance, and win strategy with streamlined collaboration.

May 20, 2025

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RFI vs RFP: Which procurement document do you need?

Confused about RFI vs RFP? Discover the key differences between these essential procurement documents and learn when to use each to optimize your sourcing strategy.

May 19, 2025

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Proposal writing skills: How to win bids in the AI era

Master essential proposal writing skills in 2025. Learn how to research, write persuasively, manage deadlines, and use AI tools to create winning proposals.

May 15, 2025

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How to master the RFP process steps: A step-by-step approach

Learn how to master each step of the RFP process. Plan better, evaluate smarter, and select the right vendors. See how SiftHub helps sales teams respond faster, win more deals, and reduce presales effort.

May 15, 2025

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47 Essential RFP Questions to Ask Vendors in 2025 [Expert Guide]

A complete 2025 guide to essential RFP questions for vendors. Plus common mistakes to avoid, smart follow-ups, and some of the weirdest rfp questions ever.

May 15, 2025

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Win contracts before competitors with your capture planning proposal pipeline

Build a stronger capture plan to boost win rates. Get practical tips to spot the right opportunities, align teams, and adapt your strategy throughout the pursuit.

May 15, 2025

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Proposal manager salary guide: What you should earn in 2025

Discover the 2025 proposal manager salary trends, from entry-level to senior roles. Learn what impacts your earnings and how to maximize your pay in this growing career field.

May 15, 2025

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RFP examples: from draft to winning bid [2025 guide]

Explore real-world RFP examples and learn how to craft winning proposals from draft to submission. Improve your RFP process with tips, templates, and expert guidance.

May 9, 2025

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Mastering RFP management: A guide to winning more business

Struggling with complex RFPs? Discover RFP management strategies that boost efficiency, reduce errors, and increase win rates with automation and best practices.

May 8, 2025