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NAASE’s Blog is a curated resource for sales engineers, presales professionals, technical sales leaders, and others working at the intersection of technology, customers, and revenue. We publish practical articles, field perspectives, interviews, and member insights on sales methods, demos, POCs, business value, customer engagement, sales AI, communication, leadership, career growth, and the evolving role of the SE.

Article contributions are currently limited to NAASE Pro Members and contributors specifically invited by the NAASE team. This page is not used for company job postings, although we may publish editorial content about career development, interviewing, hiring trends, and the broader SE job market.

Sales engineers work under many titles, including solutions engineer, presales engineer, solutions consultant, technical sales representative, application engineer, specification sales representative, territory representative, and manufacturer’s representative. Across industries, they help customers understand complex products, evaluate fit, build trust, and connect technical capabilities to business outcomes.

Implementing Smart Tourism: The Role of Sales Engineers in Travel Tech
Jackie Arellano
July 9, 2024
Implementing Smart Tourism: The Role of Sales Engineers in Travel Tech
Imagine checking into your hotel with just your smartphone, bypassing the front desk, or receiving personalized dining recommendations in a new city. In...
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Sustainability in Sales Engineering: Eco-friendly Practices and Their Importance
Marcelo Santos
July 7, 2024
Sustainability in Sales Engineering: Eco-friendly Practices and Their Importance
In today’s world, where environmental concerns are becoming increasingly pressing, sustainability in sales engineering has emerged as a crucial focus. Integrating eco-friendly practices...
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Bridging the Gap: How Sales Engineers Can Enhance Brand Perception
Jackie Arellano
June 6, 2024
Bridging the Gap: How Sales Engineers Can Enhance Brand Perception
Strong brand perception is crucial for business success. A positive brand image attracts top talent, fosters trust with customers, and opens doors to...
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Unlocking the potential of sales engineers through strategic training programs
Luis Armando Vasquez Ruiz
May 13, 2024
Unlocking the potential of sales engineers through strategic training programs
(Spanish version at the end of the article) In the post-pandemic era, industrial companies face a constantly evolving business landscape, where adaptability and...
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The True Worth of a Sales Engineer- as a Business Consultant
Ken Lambert
February 18, 2024
The True Worth of a Sales Engineer- as a Business Consultant
Sales engineers (and similar titles like “Solutions Consultants”) are often viewed as a trusted advisor, and in many ways work much like a...
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Keys to Effective Client Engagement in Sales Engineering
Austin Page
January 14, 2024
Keys to Effective Client Engagement in Sales Engineering
Sales engineers play a crucial role in bridging the gap between technical intricacies and client needs, ensuring a seamless journey from initial interaction to...
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Letters to a Sales Engineer
Michael Edwin
January 14, 2024
Letters to a Sales Engineer
SE Michael Edwin has recently created and published several letters directed to sales engineers.  NAASE is glad to repost selected letters- which are...
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B2B / Tech Sales / Sales Engineering:  Taking a Look from the Procurement Side
Ken Lambert
November 2, 2023
B2B / Tech Sales / Sales Engineering:  Taking a Look from the Procurement Side
If you are in B2B within a SE or presales role, it is smart to consider what is happening on the “other side”...
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