Peter Masters – Supreme Landscaping Products

Supreme Landscaping Products are one of the fastest growing online hard landscaping companies in the UK and despite doing a lot of blogging and a lot of social media marketing, we feel it makes sense to also consider some of the more traditional marketing disciplines, namely email and telesales.

In this digital age it still makes sense to speak to prospects and create some kind of rapport, because people like it if you do it well. We know this.

I came back to MIB, and to James in particular, because I've bought data from him before and it's always good. I don't expect miracles, the hard work is up to me, I just want decent data.

The fact that the other staff are always very friendly and professional is a bonus.

I highly recommend these guys and I'm generally very cynical because I've been marketing for decades, but these guys are good. It's as simple as that.

Thanks guys.

Dean Coleman-Walker – Appris

Gina you're an angel. Thanks for sending this data through. You are fabulous at your job and your customer care is off the charts! I wish more people in business were like you and the world would be a much better place.

Geoff Wilton – Bid Marketing

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? Google

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? We didn't have any as we broker on behalf of clients.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? We are a telemarketing agency so we understand if data sets are accurate and reliable. There is a reason why we continuously come back to you and recommend you to our data clients.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most/ What are the main benefits of using mib and our products?  Getting counts on data can be quite laborious and I've contacted and used a number of other companies whose responsiveness is nothing in comparison to mib. Your responsiveness is what sets you apart.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, for the reasons aforementioned.

WiserWeb – Yasmine Sadr, Director
I found mib data solutions purely from searching online. I have always had objections from purchasing from data companies as I have always been cautious and unsure what the quality of the leads may be.
Mib offer 100 free leads to give clients an idea of how good the quality is and I must say, from personally calling through these myself, I was thoroughly impressed.
I decided to use mib over other data solution companies because of how easy to talk to, honest and professional the whole team were. I dealt with Gina Machidon throughout the whole process and couldn't praise her level of service and professionalism any more. Any questions asked were answered and mib were able to accommodate all my requirements and cleansed all my data from previous databases at ease.
I would 100 percent recommend mib data solutions to anyone looking for reliable and accurate data.

CB Magazine – Anna Wallwork

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? Via someone previously in my job role.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? We didn't have any.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? We have no complaints, the data is up to date and useful to our business.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? Has to be the customer service, James is always on top of things.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? The data helps us build up our own database. It has helped and contributed towards attendees for our events.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes due to the quality of the data, it's great!

6) Is there anything else you would like to add? Very good data, positive and a good experience.

Derren Powell

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? Think we received an email giving access to free data, we got some free records. Either the email or found you on Google.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? None. As with anything we had to be aware of the recency and if it was hammered/pillaged data.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? We've had decent wins and will be buying more data. Got a decent revenue stream.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? Faye! She's phenomenal, got a pleasant manner, listens, gives the best deal possible, she's superb, a nice person to do business with and a great experience. Nick is also really helpful and I've built a good relationship with the business.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? Low cost for a relatively decent return. Minimum outlay for incremental revenue.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Absolutely! Faye has set the tone for the business. My problems are resolved swiftly, we had a couple of issues with incorrect records, called up and she replaced them one for one!

6) Is there anything else you would like to add? Faye knows the best way to do business!

Mark Gilesner – DPF Clean Team

Mib are a privilege to work with, No matter how obscure your data you needs, they’ll get it and at reasonable rates.

Using this data, I’ve seen a 10% increase in customer count and for the rates that is phenomenal. Staff are friendly and professional, always a pleasure to deal with.

Energy Buzz Utilities – Nathan Nixon

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? Google search, sent and enquiry and Heather got in contact.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? Didn't have any, we had a customer contract end date so were limited to a time frame but everything worked out well.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? We rang through 70 or 80 records out of the 500 we purchased and already got a sale.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? Put it this way, we haven't gone to any other data company so can't even compare! The names, numbers and emails you provided were almost all correct and the data is accurate with a great level of detail in the leads. It's great you can tailor to the data to fit our needs, we wanted companies in our area and specific industries which you provided.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? The data has brought in sales! We have vast amounts of the data and only a few of us on the calls at the moment, so not hit it as hard as we wanted, but we're looking to send out an email campaign soon and follow up with the people interested.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, we're interested in buying more data in the future. The level of detail in your data is great and really helped us.

Dan Cassidy – Drive Card

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? I knew you from working at my previous company so already had a contact.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? You were pricey but we negotiated and came to an agreement.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? Decent customer experience, good price, consistent and good data.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? You're simplistic with the process, Heather is great, you're efficient from payment to us receiving the data.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? Accurate and we've gotten sales from the data.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, you're easy to use, give a nice customer experience, competitive and overall it's a nice experience.

Richard Phillips – Aminoa

1a) Where/How did you find mib Data Solutions? Contacted by your sales team by telephone.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? Accuracy of information.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? Information was accurate and targeted.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? Targeted customer lists.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? Cost effective way of identifying potential customers.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Cost effective way of identifying potential customers.

6) Is there anything else you would like to add? Email marketing lists are useful but there is no substitute for tele sales or direct sales calls.

Guy Reynolds – Aquarius IT

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? It was a recommendation from Richard Brown at Licence Check

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? Didn't have any.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? Excellent, well qualified information. You do what it says on the tin!

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? Professionalism in the way you deal with people, you are significantly different from others.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? Preciseness of qualified information which made the initial call to potential customers easier due to the information in hand.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? 100% yes! You're professional, listened to my requirements and delivered on them.

Daniel Verrells – Beeline Data Services

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? No idea, it was a long time ago!

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? Not objections, more reservations as to the quality of data.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? We purchase for clients so don't use the data ourselves, but we haven't had any complaints.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? Top customer service, Heather is great at getting in contact with me, she's efficient and personable, and always seems to decipher my emails to provide me with what I need.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? Your customer service.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, again, the customer service you provide, also you're not “cowboys”.

Nick Hopkins – Commercial Services

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? We first heard of you through the Federation of Small Businesses (someone called Adam) and then I believe Heather contacted me, we spoke for about 4/5 months before I purchased anything.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? Didn't have any.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? Had no results as of yet, I've been very busy but been speaking to your MD, Nick, to work out the best ways to gain the highest results from your data.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? Heather, she's been really helpful.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? Hopefully strong data which will propel us forward with potential clients.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, I'd recommend you as the only data supplier! I know people that work there, we've built up a relationship, you've got that personal touch and have good knowledge.

6) Is there anything else you would like to add? I like speaking to Nick, even though he's the owner of the business he still has time for people that have questions, he always takes the time to speak to me and makes me feel comfortable.

Accounts Pal 

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? Can't remember, think I received a call.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? Didn't have any, your competitors did you a favour because they all tie you into a contract whereas you don't have that.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? A mixture, we've had one client out of it and there will be more in the future.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? The flexibility you offer, there's no contract, we're a small business so can't be tied into long contracts. The staff are cool too.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? It saves me trooping around the internet and saves me time and money.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, we've already forwarded your details to people. We help other businesses and think you've got a great attitude.

6) Is there anything else you would like to add? Yes, tell James to call me back next week, I'm ready to place another order.

Funmi – 3FEV

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? MIB was referred to us by a friend who thought they were really good when it came to buying good data.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? Prospect lists don’t work.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? James was very helpful and professional.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? Not applicable, see below.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? NA – We haven't gotten much traction from the data we bought so I don't think I can answer this properly

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? I would recommend mib because the quality of service I got was great and even though we didn’t get any results from the data we bought we would use the same company to try again.

Scott Wall – Consumer Credit Compliance

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? I believe it was an E-shot from you.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? We didn't have any.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? We haven't had the greatest success yet but that's due to the niche market we're attempting to sell to. The data you've provided us with is good and clean and there isn't anything wrong with it.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? You're very helpful in terms of help from my account manager, Heather, and your turnaround times are really quick.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? Clean, good and accurate data. You also provide really good advice for people needing help with sales and marketing and any further queries I have relating to my specific issues.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, due to the cleanliness of the data.

6) Is there anything else you would like to add? The free advice you provide through presenting webinars is very informative and it's really good to be given this.

Ian Birchenaugh – Alexican Office Solutions

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? You cold called our business.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? The reliability of the data, we've bought from other providers in the past and had not had any responses.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? The data is better than I thought, we've had a couple of responses.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? You're very helpful.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? The data is accurate.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, you're the only company that's ever provided us with data which has resulted in a positive response of more than zero!

Lloyd Devey – App Check

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? On a Google search.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? We didn't have any.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? The data is good and clean with correct contacts.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? Faye, my account manager! Also your prices are competitive.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products?  The data is clean and accurate.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? The pricing you offer is decent and the data is accurate.

6) Is there anything else you would like to add? We're happy with everything up to now and will be returning to purchase more data later this year.

Roshni Patel – BNP Paribas Leasing Soultions UK

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? It was a historic relationship with James and you were highly recommended for fleet data.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? I'm not a big fan of purchasing data but you put a lot of effort into creating samples and getting in contact with us. We chose the data we wanted, did a cleanse and you provided us with our requirements.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? We've only carried out one campaign which didn't continue and we're doing another next month so I have no stats for you just yet.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? James is a great account manager, he's very responsive, efficient and quick.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? You are a specialist in the vehicle market.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, for commercial fleet data.

Kirstin Bradley – Aquilla 2000

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? I think we got an email from Faye.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? We didn't know if the data would work for us due to the nature of our business. We worked with Sage to cleanse the data for our campaign so we could see which of the records also have Sage.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? We have got 111 quotes and a lot of interest in the business.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? You did what you said you would. You were efficient with samples being emailed over.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? There is a lot of interest in the company, we have a lot more people finding out about us.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, you weren't pushy which is why I chose to use you. I hate pushy people haha!

Sarah Ray – Cambridge Online

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? Via a cold call.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? Nope.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? The data was good, clean and beneficial to the company.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? Communication.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? We got a free trial to test the data first, we went through it and saw it was good so went ahead with purchasing a list.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, you're efficient and give a free trial of data so we can test it before deciding to buy.

Chris – CJSUK

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? I think initially Nick was a cold call to myself and from there sent a few emails over too.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? No.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? You are easy to use, there are less duplicates in the data, less failed numbers. There is a better service wrapped around the product.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? Ease of use.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? Better value, great data and customer service.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? You are ONE of my preferred data suppliers; I like to keep my options open haha. Mib are efficient and there is a value added aspect to the service.

Josh – Spacio Tempo

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? My line manager actually gave me your details and told me to get in contact. He got your details from a phone call mib made to us.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? Not really, the cost aspect was something we had to choose whether it would be worth it or not but it really has been,  and we can see the value in the data.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? We've had a few enquiries so far in terms of our product.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? The number of responses we've had from the data! Other companies didn't provide us with such a targeted data list with as many personal emails as mib, it's great!

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? The increased level of enquiries, we really like how accurate the data is and having the emails provided saves us lots of time.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, you're reasonably prices, quick at sending data over and you have a large database of which you created a list specified to our requirements.

Jay – 4 Marketing

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? I think you guys actually got in contact with us.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? We use a number of data companies as we're a marketing company and we were receiving the same service from another company.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? Accurate data. We had problems with another company previously and you guys called us at the right time.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? Speed of service and the accuracy of data. If Faye doesn't understand something she's honest and chats to us to get the right idea of what we mean.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? Flexibility of price and the personal email addresses provided.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, you do what's needed at a fast pace giving us the service we want.

6) Is there anything else you would like to add? I like Faye's honesty.

James Posner – Quadrant Financial

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? Don't know, can't remember sorry!

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? We didn't have any.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? It's okay, we're still going through it and tweaking it to create a better return. The data we've purchased isn't conclusive enough but you're data was good enough for us to buy again.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? You provide leads for our targeted audience which is exactly what we want.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? The data enables us to make calls to the targets we're interested in.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Not as our preferred supplier but yes as a supplier, Faye is really nice and provides us with a great customer service.

Lisa – Cool Motor Racing

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions? On the internet, Google I believe.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? We didn't have any objections, we were a start up company at the time and needed data fast. We used another company but their records were old and rubbish and we got a refund. Mib's data was spot on and we got a free trial to test out accuracy claims before purchasing anything.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? The data was all correct, it had all the correct contact names and number and if any records were incorrect Faye replaces them one to one.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? It's really easy to get things sorted with you guys. Faye is great and we always have quick responses from her.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? The data is accurate and up-to-date.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, everything is really easy to obtain from you. Faye is fantastic!

Albert Ryan – Head Hunting Partners

1a) Where/How did you find mib Data Solutions? On Google.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? Cost of data so obtained a free trial which allowed me to test the accuracy of 100 records.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? Good response rates from initial trial and ever since.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? Quality of data – very few email bounce backs and requests for removals.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products?  Quality of data.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, quality of data seems excellent, and so whilst they may not be the cheapest, it's about the value for me – so happily pay more for better quality.

6) Is there anything else you would like to add? Really easy to deal with, and delivered on expectations.

Alec Lynne – Train 4 Academy

1a) Where did you find mib Data Solutions?   On Google but also on another website that listed companies registered with data.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? Cost was my only objection but we came to an agreement and I can see the quality in the data purchased.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? The data is of high quality and has relevant leads for our business. We have seen a better return on this smaller data set purchased from mib than larger data sets from other companies.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? You're really easy to deal with over the phone, I know you're sales people but you're friendly and don't go about things in the standard manner.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? You provide emails with your data which we find is the most effective method of marketing.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, mib are the easiest data supplier to deal with. There's no hidden costs and no rubbish data hidden amongst good data.

Mat Parkins – All Staff Employment

1a) Where did you find mib?   I think I used Google, it was about 2 years ago so I can't really remember! I had to find the best deal for data, I went to another company at first but we weren't looking to buy straight away and no one else stayed in contact apart from Heather who spoke to me for so long that I went with mib.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? Mostly questions about data such as whether we'd be data owners after purchasing the data etc. Heather answered all my questions, hence why I bought from her.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? Haven't tested all the data yet to give you any stats, we're holding off on it until we put a CRM in place.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? My account manager, Heather!

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? Time saving.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, there's a lot of effort gone into selling to me, I have no complaints.

6) Is there anything else you would like to add? Call me back in a few months after I've spoken to Nick about which CRM and email marketing software to use and I'll give you more stats. So far there has been good accuracy and no bounce backs on the data we've used.

Stuart – Planet Numbers

1a) Did you have any initial doubts on using google to find a prospect list provider?   No, I trust Google, we searched companies dealing with data management and mib really stood out.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? We didn't have any objections, the free trial that was sent over it wasn't exactly what we wanted to target but Faye really helped to find the criteria we were more interested in and we got what we wanted when we bought our data.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? The data is good, some contacts have left but that is to be expected. We've only gone through about 50% of the data and we're happy so far.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? You're efficient and helpful. Faye responds to my emails quickly and we don't receive any spam emails from mib unlike other companies.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? Again, you're very efficient and we're happy to use you again. I found the process easy and the data had all the fields we wanted, such as contact name, job title, emails etc.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, based on your efficiency and overall quality of data.

6) Is there anything else you would like to add? Everyone at mib is incredibly friendly and helpful.

Roland Peacock – RTA Assistance

1a) Did you have any initial doubts on using Google to find a prospect list provider?   No, we used Google to look for “fleet data” and mib came up.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? We didn't have any objections, we got a trial from another company who use the same data as mib so we cut out the middle man and came to the source which clearly had quality data if another company was selling it.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? We haven't started using the data just yet but will get back to you with statistics,

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? The staff, Faye is both friendly and knowledgeable.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? Not started using it yet, will let you know how it goes though!

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? We'll have to see once we've started using it but mib has the best quality data and value for money.

6) Is there anything else you would like to add? The only downside was that the titles for some of the contacts weren't right and some of the address lines had “rd/st” as opposed to “road/street” which was only a problem as we are doing a direct mail campaign, this isn't anything against the data though, we still think it's top quality. We're using mailchimp so will get back to you with stats. I watched the cold calling webinar the other week, it was really good and I picked up a few points that I didn't know before.

Paul Cramp – Products 2 Net 

1a) Did you have any initial doubts on using google to find a prospect list provider?   We didn't find mib on Google, Derek called a long time ago and we built a relationship through that.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists?  We didn't have any. Nick and James are great, we spoke at least 10 times before making our first data purchase and we're very happy with mib.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? The data is great, we don't have many statistics yet but will get back to you with them once we've got through the 4000 records purchased.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? The relationship built with Nick and James

4) Is there anything else you would like to add? We do our cold calling slightly different to other companies so we have to tweak a few things when we get our data. James usually does this for us which is another great things about mib.

George Rowley  – Phonetic

1a) Did you have any initial doubts on using Google to find a prospect list provider?  We didn't use Google, I've had a relationship with James for the past 3 years.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? We didn't have any objections, we purchase the data on behalf of clients. James models the data depending on what our clients campaigns are.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data?  It was fantastic.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? The quality of data is outstanding, it can't be beaten. James and I have got a good relationship going.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? The level of detail provided in your data is amazing and you can't get it anywhere else. We usually purchase fleet data and we get fleet sizes which can also be broken down by cars, vans and trucks. Details such as whether companies rent, lease or buy vehicles and whether they have fuel cards or tracking systems are even included in some records!

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Everytime! The data quality just can't be beaten (Out of 655 records called, we booked 18 appointments and had another 21 that were interested in a follow up call). We have purchased B2B data from mib too and that's also done really well.

6) Is there anything else you would like to add? Very accommodating, responsive and proactive.

Jake Vance – Fresh Flow

1a) Did you have any initial doubts on using google to find a prospect list provider?  Didn't use Google – we found MIB's info at a networking event. Did research on Google and were impressed so went ahead with contacting MIB.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? We've worked with others in the past, we didn't have any objections.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? It was a smooth process. MIB provide sectors in their data and Heather helps to match the data to our client's specifications. MIB has quality data that's up to date. We are very pleased.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? You work at a quick and efficient pace which is great, especially when we're being pushed for deadlines.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? The outcome is much better. We're only as good as our data and MIB's data is great.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, although we do want to keep them to ourselves as we've found a jewel! MIB's data contains the correct decision maker and is great quality.

6) Is there anything else you would like to add? We're very happy with MIB.

Helen – HDK Marketing

1a) Did you have any initial doubts on using google to find a prospect list provider? Didn't use Google – we received an email from Nick last year offering free trial and were curious so took it up recently.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? We were worried about people seeing our emails and thinking it was spam but we had a 40%-44% opens and will be taking a look at The Formula xyz to learn more about email marketing techniques.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? The client we purchased the data for had 2 campaigns, we could monitor which prospects had opened none, one or both and therefore work out who was most interested in finding out more. Think we had something like 44% opened the first email. I will get back to you with more stats after the client has gone through all the data.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most? It was very easy to buy, Heather was helpful and accommodating. She gave us some samples of data too which allowed my hesitant client to test the accuracy. She also replaced any duplicate records one for one if my client already them in his own data list.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? Your data provides us with email addresses unlike another company we've used. MIB provided a data list containing the criteria we wanted, if certain things needed to be changed Heather would play around with the data for us and give us as close to what we wanted as possible. The data can be segmented depending on the criteria and shown in a breakdown which is a great way to work. The data brings a new energy to the company and targets the audience you want.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, we broker data and due to the accuracy and other benefits mentioned we are inclined to use MIB's data.

6) Is there anything else you would like to add? The only downside I would say is that not EVERY record had a personal email address (around 30 to 50), although my client didn't notice, and the ones without had a company email. I have been informed that asking for all records with a personal email is a possibility if mentioned in the criteria. There are loads of positives to using MIB and Heather has been extremely personable and helpful.

Tonie Davey –  Grandis Consulting

Did you have any initial doubts on using google to find a prospect list provider? We didn't use Google – can't remember where we found MIB.

What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists? Didn't have any.

What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data? Helpful and quick. Following up is great.

What aspect of mib do you favour the most? Personal touch – Faye was great.

What are the main benefits of using mib and our products? Provided data in CSV format which is good and easy to manipulate.

Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why? Yes, the service is top in comparison to other companies

Is there anything else you would like to add? Faye stuck to my timescales and delivered on her promises. Really like the way MIB follow up.

Simon Tilbury –  Symtrax UK

” We grew our webinar attendees from 1 or 2 up to 15 by emailing mib’s data each month!

Daniel Rimmer –  Yomar UK Ltd

“I generated £2,000 in two weeks from my 100 records Free Trial!!”

Amy Peter
Wex Fuel Card Services

“I need data to feed my Tele-sales team of 12……..”

Bristol Street Motors
Iain Sercombe

What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists?
Cost

What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase data?
Ease of use helped by communication from our Account Manager, Heather.

What aspect of mib do you favour the most?
Answers to questions quickly.

What are the main benefits of using mib and our products?
Hassle free.

Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier?
If so, Why? Yes if you are after a quick, professional and effective data management team

Thomas Witte
HKM Marketing

1. What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists?

We create a CV market report for UK and want to draw a picture of the fleet market

2. What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase data?

Your database was very helpful and enriched our report

3. What aspect of mib do you favour the most?

Nice and quick supply of data (thanks again)

4. What are the main benefits of using mib and our products?

The large fleet database

5. Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? If so, Why?

Yes, If I or someone else is again searching for van, truck or car related lists, I will recommend mib.

Richard Mau
Founder & Managing Director

1. What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists?

Defining the correct data was purchased and also ensuring all the data was the most current up to date records.

2. What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase data?

Working closely with Heather made sure the companies requirement was understood at a high level.

3. What aspect of mib do you favour the most?

Customer service and attention to detail.

4. What are the main benefits of using mib and our products?

Being able to utilise the email contact list in order to support our email marketing campaign.

5. Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? If so, Why?

Yes, as Heather has the ability to understand customer requirement without being too pushy and allowing time for us to build our strategy.

6. Is there anything else you would like to add?

Overall I would recommend utilising MIB data for any email marketing campaign.

Sean Davies
Marketing Executive at Cawdor Cars

As data acquisition was something new to us, apart from going directly with Manufacturers, it was a new territory which might seem a little daunting at first. However, working closely with Heather at MIB meant that we were given the right consultation and customer service to make an informed decision.

We were able to gear specific campaigns to specific ‘customer profiles' helping develop our business and gain new customers for the immediate and distant future.

The data was of high calibre and I'd consider mib a trusted supplier

I would recommend mib as one of our preferred suppliers because the customer service and willingness to assist is clearly so important to the team that we always have an enjoyable experience.

David Barns
Marshall Leasing

1.       What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists?

No objection. I was open-minded to all options. Important to us is price, derivation of the data, quality of the data, a business-like and ethical approach and Customer Service.

2.       What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase data?

They were more competitively-priced, friendlier and more reliable and responsive than their competitors.

3.       What aspect of mib do you favor the most?

They are friendly, responsive, pragmatic and professional with business awareness and the right attitudes.

4.       What are the main benefits of using mib and our products?

We need reliable data at a good price.

5.       Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? If so, Why?

I cannot comment on the quality of data yet but look forward to trying it so that I can.

6.       Is there anything else you would like to add?

MIB are to be congratulated on their Customer focus and professional approach. They should take advantage of their USPs in the industry by distancing themselves wherever and however they can from the many unscrupulous and unprofessional data brokers and data resellers.

Terence le Poer Trench
Senior Account Manager – Education
Wifinity Ltd

‘..I am happy to say that when you are excellent it is a difficult question to answer. That has certainly my experience and I believe I can speak for my colleague Ricky.
Your service has been very pro-active, prompt and top-class, your experience and product knowledge very sharp, and your prices are keen. Excellent value.
I would say, all you have to do is to keep it up!..’

Ruth Illguas
Business Development Consultant
Customer Plus

What was your initial objection to purchasing our Business Data prospect lists?

I was worried about buying data for my client as I have never used mib before, and didn't know anything about them. I initially found mib offering a free trial on google which was a perfect way for me to test some data. The test samples were accurate and easy to use.

What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase B2b data?

Test samples good.
Clear and easy to use.
Accuracy was a key point.
Quality and Price.

What aspect of mib do you favour the most?

Staff Friendly
Efficient
Quick
Good service

Would you recommend mib as your preferred business data supplier? Why?

Yes. Quick
Samples accurate
Trust

Is there anything else you would like to add?

Polite

 

Steve Clayton
Data Bubble Consultancy Limited

Quality of business data is key to our business, and we have trust with mib to put them forward as our recommended supplier in our client proposals.

We have a various band of suppliers, but will always use mib for Fleet Data. They provide honest, good advice, along with good quality data.

Over the last few years working with mib, we have had one issue. James and I couldn't understand where the problem lay, but Jame's efforts sorting out the issue couldn't be faulted at all. James is a true asset to the company.

Would I recommend mib. Yes. Consistently good quality. The customer ethos is outstanding.

 

 

Simon Hunter
Sales Director
Contact Centre 33

What was your initial objection to purchasing our Business Data prospect lists?

The main objection for using a new data supplier is that my clients criteria is met. As a telemarketing company we must have accurate data, otherwise the calling campaign will not produce the results that I have assured my client. This includes the type of company and the elements like size of company and especially the telephone numbers and contacts.

We were referred to mib by a client who had used them directly and requested we use the same data supplier to achieve the needed results. We have been bitten hard in the past by buying a data list from someone that did not meet our requirements. Our campaign flopped and we lost our client which is disastrous!

What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase B2B data?

They delivered on their accuracy claims. Its can be hard to find a data supplier whose data lives up to there promises. This data supplier does. They are professional and timely. If we have had an issue with the data then it has been solved immediately.

What aspect of mib do you favour the most?

Cost effective. The data delivers the ROI for our client. Myself and my colleagues have built up a really strong relationship with mib. They understand our needs, and deliver on them.

Would you recommend mib as your preferred business data supplier?

We have recommended mib to others, and will carry on doing so. I know that the company we referred to will receive the same standards as we receive.

 

 

Hannah Martin
Account Manager
Great Guns Marketing

I was promoted to a role which tasked me to purchase business data for my clients campaigns. Following the company names on a standard supplier list we have in house, I purchased and tested data from all the suppliers. Mib's data quality outperformed the other lists. One area that stood out was the fact that they beat other suppliers on the quantity of contacts they had based around my chosen criteria.

There is great communication between James and myself. He is always calling to check up on projects and requirements. All my requests and queries get sorted out quickly, and I never have to chase.

I have already recommended James to a new colleague of mine Katie who I think has already started running quotes with him. One thing that stood out from this was that I actually received a call from James saying thank you for the recommendation.

 

 

Karen Hitching
Client Liaison Exec
Great Guns Marketing

Mib's Fleet database was recommended 5 years ago by our new client TomTom as their chosen data supplier to be used for the campaign we were about to start.
The quality is what we expect from a data company, and this quality is consistent.
Such a good working relationship with my account manager, James is fantastic. He even arranged for boxes of ice-creams, lollies and wine (wine for me!) to be delivered to our office last summer when we had the hot weather. What else can you ask for!

The speed of response from our initial request to the quality of the data is perfect. We have so much confidence in mib that we recommend them to clients who are looking for good quality data.
If we ever found an issue with data, I know that it would be resolved as quickly as possible. The advice I receive is great, with a real understanding of what we are trying to achieve.

 

 

 

Dave Watson
UK Data Buyer for Mercedes Benz UK
Agency – Potential D

I get inundated with sales calls and emails from all types of data suppliers trying to break into my data buying processes. A lot I choose to ignore but some I take notice. Mib was a message left on my answer machine 4 years ago that I chose to call back!

I have now been using mib as our main b2b data supplier for the last 4 years, going on 5.

The data sells our cars which is exactly what the data is there to do. Nick truly cares and understands our product offering, which enables him and his team to make sure that the data we receive will create the prospects and clients we require. We have achieved some fantastic results on data we have purchased from mib. A close bond has formed between Potential D and mib, and we will continue to use their products and services now and into the future.

Simon Clarke
Sidegate Motors Peugeot
Peugeot Business Car & Van Sales Development Manager

What was your initial objection to purchasing our Business Data prospect list?

Mib were already supplying a competitor of ours.

What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase B2B data?

mib were the only company I could find that had Fleet Managers as a contact on their database
Data was really accurate

What aspect of mib do you favour the most?

Consistent in all areas.
I was having issue with my emails which become a problem when Heather was trying to send me counts and quotes. She was consistent with getting this sorted.

Would you recommend mib as your preferred business data supplier? Why?

Yes
Cheaper. Accurate

 

 

Darren Mannion
Sweet Squared

1.       What was your initial objection to purchasing Business Data data from mib?

My initial reservation was data providers are from the same pots of data, we wanted quality not quantity.

2.       What did you find as a result of purchasing our B2B prospect lists?

Still early days.

3.       What aspect of mib do you favour the most?

The cost and the quality of data, customer service, efficient, sorry that isn’t meaning to cheapen your service, cost and quality are key factors.

4.       What are the main benefits of using mib and our products?

Up to date accurate data, de-dupe and efficient.

5.       Would you recommend min as your preferred business data supplier? If so, Why?

I would defiantly recommend, I was surprised with the first list, the additional fields such as emp size and turnover, was a great help in targeting prospects.

6.       Is there anything else you would like to add?

Excellent fast service with accurate update data.

 

Simon Campbell
Marketing & Recruitment Director
Enhanced Communications

What was your initial objection to purchasing our Business Data prospect lists?

We have been buying data for 2 years now and have been stung before, which caused us to lose a lot of money.  We were initially very nervous about purchasing some more data just due to our past experience, so we did our homework this time and came up with about 6 companies as potential suppliers. We only ended up getting in touch with 2 of them and found that mib fitted the bill.

What was the result of deciding to use mib to purchase B2B data?

We needed quality leads and an efficient service which is what we receive.

What aspect of mib do you favour the most ?

A quick response is what we were looking for when purchasing our lists, I know if I need a data list, I can get the order placed and receive the data within the same day and there's no waiting round.  Another great aspect I've found is having a personal Account Manager to look after all my needs, this makes the process efficient and easy.

What are the main benefits of using mib and our products?

The main benefit we've found is that there is no waiting around. We don't have to worry about where we're going to get our next list from as I know I can go straight to Heather.

Would you recommend mib as your preferred business data supplier?

Yes, definitely. Reasons being that the quality is good and the service is quick. Any issues we have had which have been almost nonexistent, have been sorted out with a quick response. Our Account Manager Heather always keeps in touch and explained everything we needed to know, even when we didn't understand, she was very patient.

What was your initial objection to purchasing our Business Data prospect lists?

You never know what the quality of the data is going to be and as a business we haven't ever bought data for this use previously, so was worried about what we were going to get and if the data was going to be de-duped.

What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase B2B data?

The results we got from our campaign, I am extremely pleased with. The data was accurate and targeted the prospects we wanted.

What aspect of mib do you favour the most?

Mib are professional, easy to use and know what they are doing. Their website looks great and is easy to use and very practical. Having a selection of current clients on their website was great as I knew I was in good hands.

What are the main benefits of using mib and our products?

The transaction from the initial call to receiving the data was a very quick and easy and it was great that we could use the data straight away.

Would you recommend mib as your preferred business data supplier? If so, Why?

Cooper Solutions as a company aren't a massive data buyer and this is the first time we have used data for a particular campaign. We are very happy with the results and would recommend for the accurate data and the great customer service we received

Solar Park Energy
Dan Gallagher

Did you have any initial doubts on using Google to find a Business Data prospect list provider?
No

What was your initial objection to purchasing our B2B prospect lists?
The only concern we had was the quality of the data as we have different requirements to other companies, but we were put at ease when we viewed the free sample.

What aspect of mib do you favour the most?
As we are a small independent company, our data requirements where limited and with other data providers we would not meet there minimum order, MIB had no such rule and can accommodate any order regardless of unit size.

What are the main benefits of using mib and our data products?
The data that we were provided was expansive precise and clear.

Would you recommend mib as your preferred business data supplier? If so, Why?
Yes, we have made a conscious decision to solely rely on MIB for our future data requirements, this is based on price and quality of data.

Peter Davies
Chess Telecom

What was your initial objection to purchasing business data from mib?

We had initial objections due to the fact that mib wasn't a big name in the business data market place. As it wasn't such an established name we were hesitant to use them but they were offering a free trial of data which tempted us to try them out before we bought.

What did you find as a result of purchasing our B2B prospect lists?

We found the data to be very accurate and targeted. It was great quality and we were happy with the results we got.

What aspect of mib do you favour the most?

Apart from the product being exactly what we were looking for, the service we received was quick and very efficient. Easy to deal with and got what we wanted without any hassle.

What are the main benefits of using mib and our data products?

Our main benefit was to be able to get accurate data supplied to use with ease which is what we receive from mib.

Would you recommend mib as your preferred Business data supplier? If so, Why?

Yes, we would recommend mib as our preferred data supplier and will look to use them again in the future should we have a need.

 

 

Michael Pople
Director at Anstrum Consulting Ltd

What was your initial objection to purchasing our business data prospect lists?
Historical concerns about the reliability of data

What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase b2b data?
The data was accurate and complete

What aspect of mib do you favour the most?
The pay as you go model, allows data to be followed up efficiently, reduces upfront costs and improves r.o.i……especially for a small business!

What are the main benefits of using mib and our products?
As per question 3

Would you recommend mib as your preferred Business data supplier? If so, Why?
Yes, data was accurate and good value for money

Is there anything else you would like to add?
Doing business was easy, data was provided quickly, didn't mind going over client requirements repeatedly.

Anthony Yousazai
No. 1 Legal

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists?
None.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data?
You are keen. Right price.
3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most?
See above.
4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products?
Very good quality of data – of the 400 records plus 99% where the right areas – I am very impressed.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why?
YES. See above.

6) Is there anything else you would like to add?
Keen to do business and flexibility.

Mark Payne
Infosec Cloud – Cloud Based Services You Can Trust

1a) Did you have any initial doubts on using Google to find a business data list provider.  
Yes – having previously purchased business data with poor accuracy we were hesitant about using a new provider.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists?
The price was lower than what we are used to paying

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data?
Excellent data quality and accuracy

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most?
We actually got the exact data criteria we were after.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products?
Quality, speed and accuracy

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why?
Yes because of the high accuracy and meeting our requirements

Dale Lovatt
Vehicles 4 Business

      1a) Did you have any initial doubts on using google to find a B2B prospect list provider.  
Yes, as you don't know anything about the company your buying it from, and no idea of the quality of data you would be getting at that point.

1b) What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists?
What the quality of data would be like compared to the cost.

2) What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase the data?
Data was really accurate, staff extremely helpful and experienced, making sure you got the right data connecting with the right customer base. Good value.

3) What aspect of mib do you favour the most?
The service and accuracy of the data.

4) What are the main benefits of using mib and our products?
The accuracy and quality of the data, the service and experience of the staff along with value for money.

5) Would you recommend mib as your preferred business data supplier? Why?
Yes I would, as they do exactly what it says on the tin! Quality, Service and good value.

David Pedrini
Director
Smart Connect

What was your initial objection to purchasing our prospect lists?
Existing relationship with current data supplier

What did you find as a result of deciding to use mib to purchase business data?
Much improved customer service and a much more attentive look as to what we require as a company, and what we are looking to achieve from the data..

What aspect of mib do you favor the most?
The personal service and the enthusiasm towards the task ahead.. MIB staff are genuinely exited about the data they supply and the results have been impressive!

What are the main benefits of using mib and our products?
Reliable, easy to deal with and high standard of business Data

Would you recommend mib as your preferred data supplier? Why?
YES!! Always happy to recommend a good supplier!

Is there anything else you would like to add?
Personal service is what sets MIB apart, appreciate the team going above the call of duty to help make our campaign successful.