Best Practice Report

Master The Buying Network To Influence Customers Across Their Entire Lifecycle

Buying Networks Help Customers Make Decisions From Discovery Through Advocacy

Daniel Portillo
 and  three contributors
Feb 02, 2026

Summary

Many B2B organizations erroneously assume that customers rely solely on providers for information while conducting research during the buying cycle — and as they engage throughout the postsale journey. This is a mistake, as data shows that buyers now depend on a vast network of associates to validate a purchasing decision and influence renewals and future purchases. This report explains the importance of the buying network and offers an illustrative example to bring the concept to life.

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