Who this guide helps
Sellers handling multi-person buying decisions
The short answer
Map roles and required evidence instead of labeling one friendly contact the decision-maker. A user, budget owner, technical reviewer and signer may need different information.
Practical workflow
Ask the buyer to describe the process and appropriate contacts. Record each role's task, concern and approval responsibility as confirmed. Identify procurement, security or legal review where relevant. Avoid inferring authority from job title alone or collecting personal information unrelated to the transaction.
What a useful handoff looks like
Agree how information should move between reviewers and what decision remains outstanding. Use the map to tailor relevant material, not to bypass the buyer's process. Mark unknown roles as unknown.
Mistakes to avoid
Do not contact everyone secretly or claim a champion can approve all terms. A role map is provisional until the buyer confirms it.
Working example: fields to record
| Field | Illustrative entry — replace with your own facts |
|---|---|
| Role | Technical reviewer or budget owner |
| Evidence need | Integration test or cost breakdown |
| Unknown step | Signing authority to confirm |
Add your own entries; the example is illustrative. Keep sensitive information private.
Sources & further checks
Official references are starting points for further checks, not approval of a specific case, product or project.
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