Monday, July 21, 2025

Are Automated Demos Getting the Job Done?

 

Sadly, not enough!

 

Most focus on the least important idea:

how the software works.

 

And they ignore 

what problems need to be addressed, 

why it is important, and the 

value of making the change. 

 

Use these attributes and assess - 

 

Setting Context: 

Who is this for (who should watch it and why)?

 

Problem Identification: 

What problems are being addressed (or need to be addressed)?

 

Solution Presentation: 

What solutions are offered?

 

Value Communication: 

What is the tangible value of making the change?

 

Length: 

Is the length consistent with the objective of the demo? 

(E.g., Vision Generation vs Technical Proof vs Training)

 

Call to Action: 

What do you want your prospect to do?

 

Simplicity: 

Does it communicate a message that can be easily retold?

 

Clarity: 

Is it easy to understand?

 

Engagement: 

Are prospects focusing on the demo or multi-tasking?

 

 

 

And here are resources to help improve your automated demos:

 

Reading:

https://greatdemo.com/automated-demos-best-practices-specific-guidance/

 

Self-paced online training:

https://demoboost.com/courses/great-demo-playbook

 

Hands-on workshops for individuals and teams:

Paul Pearce PPearce@GreatDemo.com (Americas)

Natasja Bax NBax@GreatDemo.com (EMEA)

 

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