GTM Systems
How to Measure GTM Performance in a Service Business
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Direct answer
Measure GTM performance per motion across five dimensions: inquiries captured, conversion by stage, cycle length, average value, and the delivery capacity the motion consumes. Blended measurement across motions hides both the best and worst performers.
Key takeaways
- Measure per motion or not at all.
- Include delivery capacity in performance, not just revenue.
- Cycle length changes the value of the same close rate.
- Consistency of definition matters more than sophistication.
The five dimensions
Capture volume, stage conversion, cycle length, average value and capacity consumption. Together they show whether a motion is worth expanding; revenue alone does not.
Comparing fairly
A motion with a lower close rate and a shorter cycle can outperform one with a higher close rate. Compare on throughput and margin rather than on conversion percentages alone.
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