Glossary

Lead Generation

MQL (Marketing Qualified Lead)

Leads identified as likely to convert based on marketing interactions.

SQL (Sales Qualified Lead)

Leads vetted and ready for sales engagement.

PQL (Product Qualified Lead)

Leads showing buying intent based on product usage.

TOFU (Top of Funnel)

Awareness stage focused on attracting leads.

MOFU (Middle of Funnel)

Consideration stage focused on lead nurturing.

BOFU (Bottom of Funnel)

Decision-making stage focused on conversions.

CPL (Cost Per Lead)

Cost incurred to acquire a lead.

LVR (Lead Velocity Rate)

Growth rate of qualified leads month-over-month.

CTR (Click-Through Rate

Percentage of users who click on links or ads.

Conversion Rate

Percentage of leads completing a desired action.

Lead Scoring

Ranking leads based on engagement and readiness.

Intent Data

Behavioral signals indicating buying intent.

ABM (Account-Based Marketing)

Focused marketing targeting high-value accounts.

Lead Nurturing

Building relationships to move leads through the funnel.

Outbound Outreach

Proactive outreach via email, calls, or ads.

Inbound Optimization

Attracting leads through content, SEO, and organic channels.

Demand Generation

Creating awareness and interest in products/services.

Lead Magnet

Content or offers used to attract prospects.

Multichannel Marketing

Using multiple platforms (email, social, SMS) to engage leads.

Cold Outreach

Reaching out to leads without prior interaction.

Warm Leads

Prospects that have shown interest in your product or services.

Drip Campaign

Automated, scheduled email sequences to nurture leads.

Conversion Path

The journey a prospect takes from initial contact to conversion.

Lookalike Audiences

Audiences similar to existing leads, identified through analytics.

Lead Decay

Decrease in lead quality over time due to inactivity.

Lead Recycling

Re-engaging old or disqualified leads for future opportunities.

Behavioral Targeting

Using data on actions (site visits, downloads) to personalize outreach.

Data Append

Adding missing details to leads using third-party data providers.

Customer Relationship Management (CRM)

CRM System

Software for managing customer data, relationships, and sales pipelines.

Contact Management

Organizing and storing customer details.

Pipeline Management

Tracking opportunities through sales stages.

Deal Stages

Steps defining progress in the sales process.

Lead Routing

Automatically assigning leads to sales reps based on rules.

Data Enrichment

Enhancing CRM data with additional insights.

Activity Tracking

Logging emails, calls, and meetings.

Opportunity Management

Managing deals and their progression.

Renewals Management

Automation for tracking and renewing contracts.

ARPU (Average Revenue Per User)

Average revenue generated per customer.

CLV (Customer Lifetime Value)

Total revenue a customer generates.

Churn Rate

Percentage of customers lost in a given period.

Retention Rate

Percentage of customers retained.

CSAT (Customer Satisfaction Score)

Satisfaction levels measured via surveys.

NPS (Net Promoter Score)

Measures customer loyalty and referral likelihood.

AOV (Average Order Value)

Average value per transaction.

SLA (Service Level Agreement)

Commitments regarding service quality and timelines. Win Rate – Percentage of closed-won opportunities.

Forecast Accuracy

Precision of sales forecasts versus actual results.

Customer 360 View

Unified data profiles combining sales, marketing, and support data.

Contact Scoring

Assigning scores based on engagement and demographic fit.

Deal Splits

Sharing credit for deals across multiple sales reps or teams.

Revenue Attribution Models

Mapping revenue contributions to marketing touchpoints. Field Mapping – Aligning CRM fields across integrations.

Custom Objects

CRM extensions for storing unique data beyond standard contacts and deals.

Automated Data Hygiene

Removing duplicates and enriching incomplete data.

Sales Collateral Management

Organizing and distributing resources for sales teams.

Contract Lifecycle Management (CLM)

Managing contract templates, approvals, and signatures.

Revenue Operations (RevOps)

Revenue Forecasting

Predicting revenue outcomes based on pipeline data.

ARR (Annual Recurring Revenue)

Predictable yearly revenue from subscriptions.

MRR (Monthly Recurring Revenue)

Recurring revenue earned monthly.

ACV (Average Contract Value)

Average value of signed deals, often annualized.

TCV (Total Contract Value)

Total deal value, including renewals and upsells.

Quota Attainment

Percentage of sales targets achieved.

Pipeline Velocity

Speed at which deals move through the pipeline.

Bookings

Total value of contracts signed in a given period.

Expansion Revenue

Revenue generated from upsells and cross-sells.

Win-Loss Analysis

Assessing reasons behind won or lost deals.

Compensation Planning

Structuring commissions and incentives tied to performance.

Territory Management

Organizing sales territories for optimal performance.

Quota Planning

Setting revenue targets for teams and individuals.

Handoff Workflows

Coordinating transitions between sales, marketing, and success teams.

Revenue Leakage

Uncaptured revenue due to inefficiencies, errors, or process gaps.

Go-To-Market Readiness

Processes ensuring teams are aligned before launching campaigns.

Forecast Waterfall

Comparing forecast changes across time periods.

Deal Compression

Reducing the sales cycle by eliminating bottlenecks.

Deal Profitability Analysis

Evaluating deals based on profitability, discounts, and pricing models.

Recurring Revenue Management

Managing renewals, upgrades, and downgrades.

Revenue Insights

Data-driven recommendations for growth opportunities.

Intelligent Automation

RPA (Robotic Process Automation)

Bots automating repetitive tasks.

AI/ML (Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning)

Data-driven insights and predictions.

Workflow Automation

Automating actions like follow-ups and approvals.

CPQ (Configure, Price, Quote)

Automating pricing and proposal generation.

Triggered Alerts

Notifications based on predefined rules or events.

Predictive Analytics

Forecasting trends using historical data.

Chatbots

AI-driven tools for lead qualification and customer service

Dynamic Pricing Models

AI-based adjustments to pricing strategies.

Error Notifications

Alerts for issues in data transfer or integrations.

Sentiment Analysis

AI-based evaluation of customer tone and feedback.

SLA Monitoring

Tracking compliance with service agreements.

Renewal Reminders

Automating alerts for contract renewals.

Data Syncing

Keeping data consistent across platforms.

Usage-Based Pricing Metrics

Pricing models tied to product usage.

Customer Churn Prediction

AI forecasts of customer retention risks.

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