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Design engineer reviewing machining supplier website on monitor with CAD drawing and materials
By Doug Mansfield January 13, 2026
Engineers evaluate machining suppliers on material specs, tolerance data, and technical case studies. Marketing content misses what engineering evaluation requires.
Procurement specialist reviewing welding vendor documentation at desk with safety certifications
By Doug Mansfield January 8, 2026
Procurement teams shortlist welding vendors based on certifications, EMR ratings, field crew capacity, and documentation systems. Generic capability lists get skipped.
CNC machinist measuring precision aerospace component with CMM equipment, quality documentation.
By Doug Mansfield January 1, 2026
Stop getting price-shopping quote requests. Position your machine shop on tolerance, certifications, and documentation to attract qualification-focused buyers.
Oilfield equipment manufacturing facility floor with workers inspecting downhole tools.
By Doug Mansfield January 1, 2026
Oilfield equipment messaging often sounds similar. Differentiation means specificity about conditions, certifications, and operational context.
Precision machining shop with CNC equipment producing aerospace components
By Doug Mansfield December 30, 2025
Machining shops may attract hobbyists more than OEM buyers. Filter inquiries by signaling aerospace, medical, and automotive production capabilities.
Why Small Manufacturing Companies Fail at Marketing
By Doug Mansfield December 23, 2025
Manufacturing marketing fails when metrics don't connect to contracts. Seven strategic shifts that align visibility efforts with actual revenue.
How 3PLs Can Win High-Value Shipper Contracts Without Competing on Rates
By Doug Mansfield December 7, 2025
Regional 3PLs lose bids to larger competitors on price. Win high-value contracts by positioning specialized capabilities procurement teams need.
Technical White Papers vs. Blog Posts
By Doug Mansfield December 4, 2025
Blog posts build traffic. White papers close deals. Match content format to where buyers are in their decision process.
Schema markup for your business website
By Doug Mansfield December 4, 2025
Schema markup does more than SEO. Proper implementation signals legitimacy to both search engines and skeptical B2B buyers.
Random acts of marketing
By Doug Mansfield December 1, 2025
Disconnected marketing tactics waste budget. A strategic framework connects every activity to pipeline and revenue outcomes.
AI In Logistics: How Regional 3PLs Can Adopt Generative Search To Be Found By Smart Procurement Tool
By Doug Mansfield November 28, 2025
AI procurement tools are changing how shippers find logistics partners. Regional 3PLs need visibility in generative search results.
How to Manage Risk Aversion in Industrial Marketing & Sales
By Doug Mansfield November 16, 2025
Industrial buyers often avoid risk first. Your marketing needs to reduce perceived risk before discussing capabilities or price.