Pipeline Management 🔄
Introduction
Amplifi-Qx Hub uses a structured pipeline system to help you guide opportunities from initial contact through to successful closure. Understanding how to effectively move opportunities through these pipelines is crucial for maintaining sales momentum and ensuring consistent progress.
Pipeline Overview 📊
The system provides three distinct pipelines, each designed to handle different types of opportunities:
Tier 1 Pipeline 🟣
Reserved for high-priority opportunities requiring immediate attention. These typically involve:
- Active buying signals
- Clear decision timeframes
- Engaged stakeholders
- Defined requirements
- Available budget
Tier 2 Pipeline 🔴
Manages developing opportunities that show promise but need nurturing. Characteristics include:
- Early stage discussions
- Budget exploration
- Requirement gathering
- Stakeholder identification
- Solution development
Long Term Prospects 🟢
Handles future potential business requiring ongoing relationship building. This pipeline includes:
- Strategic long-term projects
- Budget planning phase
- Early market exploration
- Relationship development
- Future expansions
Pipeline Stages 📈
Understanding Stage Progression
Each pipeline contains specific stages that help track opportunity progression:
Long Term Prospects Stages
- Cooling: Initial relationship building and monitoring
- Actively Re-engaging: Increased communication and exploration
- Keep in touch: Regular contact maintenance
As opportunities develop, they can move between pipelines based on their progression and priority level.
Managing Progression 🎯
Moving Between Stages
To progress an opportunity through stages:
- Access the opportunity details
- Click "Edit Opportunity Details"
- Select the new stage from available options
- Update any relevant scores or information
- Document the reason for the stage change
The system maintains a complete history of stage changes, helping track opportunity development over time.
Pipeline Transitions
Moving opportunities between pipelines requires careful consideration:
Upgrading Priority When moving from Long Term to Tier 1 or 2, ensure:
- Clear buying signals exist
- Stakeholders are engaged
- Requirements are documented
- Timeframes are established
- Budget discussions have started
Adjusting Focus When moving between Tier 1 and 2, consider:
- Current engagement level
- Decision timeframes
- Resource requirements
- Competition status
- Project urgency
Quality Management ⭐
Maintaining Standards
Each pipeline movement should be supported by:
Documentation Updates Ensure key information reflects the new stage:
- Activity notes
- Contact records
- Location details
- Next actions
- Follow-up plans
Score Adjustments Review and update key metrics:
- Interest Score: Reflects current engagement
- Value Score: Based on latest information
- Quality Score: Overall opportunity health
- Action Status: Current and planned activities
Best Practices 💡
Effective Pipeline Management
Regular Reviews Maintain pipeline health through consistent monitoring:
- Review opportunities weekly
- Update stages promptly
- Document significant changes
- Plan next actions
- Track engagement levels
Clear Communication Keep stakeholders informed of progress:
- Document stage changes
- Note key decisions
- Record meeting outcomes
- Track client communication
- Maintain action logs
Stage Duration
Monitor time spent in each stage:
Activity Tracking The system displays days since last action, helping you:
- Identify stalled opportunities
- Focus on priority items
- Plan follow-up activities
- Maintain momentum
- Prevent opportunities from aging
Quick Actions 🎯
Common Tasks
Access frequent pipeline management functions through:
- Opportunity option menus
- Quick edit features
- Stage update tools
- Action creation
- Note additions
Pipeline Views
Use different pipeline views to manage opportunities:
- Kanban board for visual management
- List view for detailed information
- Pipeline specific filters
- Team member filtering
- Value-based sorting
Return to Opportunities Overview → Learn About Managing Opportunities →
Effective pipeline management requires regular attention and clear documentation. Each stage change should reflect genuine progress in the opportunity's development.