In 2023, Trustradius cited that 72% of technology buyers attributed their own experience as one of the strongest influences on their purchasing decision.
In 2024, the significance of familiarity increased.
TrustRadius’ 2024 Buying Disconnect Report found that when shortlisting solutions, 78% of buyers selected products they had heard of before even starting the research process. Among enterprise buyers, 81% selected a product they had bought or used before.