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Episode 96: Is the Future of Solutions Engineering All About Value?

In this episode of the Value Coffee Talk podcast, host Tom Pisello engages with Chris Mabry, head of community at iris.ai and long time Sales / Solution Engineering advocate and thought leader with the Pre-Sales Collective, discussing the evolving role of Solutions Engineers and the impact of AI on sales. The pair explore the shift from reactive support to proactive revenue generation, the importance of building trust and confidence in sales, and the necessity for Solutions Engineers to adapt to new expectations as value engineers. The conversation emphasizes the significance of human touch, curiosity, and transparency in fostering successful customer relationships and driving business outcomes. And discusses just how SEs will be taking over more and more value engineering and consulting deal support and customer engagements. Takeaways • The title of Solutions Engineer is evolving to reflect a more consultative role. • Sales Engineers are transitioning from reactive support to proactive revenue centers. • AI is reshaping the SE role by enhancing research and demo capabilities. • Building trust and confidence is crucial in the sales process. • Solutions Engineers are increasingly being tasked with proving business value, not just technical capabilities. • Curiosity and asking the right questions can lead to better customer relationships. • Transparency about product capabilities can enhance trust with customers. • Demos should focus on value and outcomes rather than just features. • Sales is often a moment of crisis for buyers, requiring a consultative approach. • Being interesting and engaged makes a significant difference in sales success. Chapters 00:00 Introduction to Value Coffee Talk 01:21 The Evolution of Solutions Engineers 04:02 Trends in the SE Role 07:46 AI's Impact on Solutions Engineering 10:25 The Importance of Human Touch 13:58 Building Trust and Confidence 17:15 The Shift to Value Engineering 21:53 Skills for the Next Generation of SEs 24:52 Transforming Demos into Value Demonstrations 27:26 Final Thoughts and Key Advice