The Technologies filter allows you to search for companies based on the software and technologies they use.
This is useful when targeting companies that use specific CRM platforms, sales engagement tools, marketing automation software, or other business technologies.
The Technologies filter is available in Company Search and can also be used to narrow Contact searches by the technologies used by the companies those contacts work for.
Search by Technology
To search using Technologies:
- Open Prospector.
- Start a Company or Contact search.
- Expand the Technologies filter.
- Select one or more technologies from the list.
Your search results update automatically as filters are applied.
Include Technologies
Use the Technologies filter to return companies that use one or more selected technologies.
For example, you can search for companies using:
- Salesforce
- HubSpot
- Microsoft Dynamics
- Outreach
- Salesloft
Selecting multiple technologies broadens or refines your search depending on your search criteria.
Exclude Technologies
Use Exclude Technologies to remove companies using specific software from your search results.
This is useful when:
- Targeting companies that are not using a competitor's product.
- Excluding companies already using a particular platform.
- Refining broader searches.
Combine Technologies with Other Filters
The Technologies filter works best when combined with other search criteria.
For example, you can combine Technologies with:
- Industry
- Company Size
- Revenue
- Company Location
- Intent
- Event Triggers
- Salesforce filters
Using multiple filters helps identify companies that closely match your ideal customer profile.
Best Practices
For the most targeted results:
- Search for technologies that are relevant to your product or service.
- Combine Technologies with Industry and Company Size to narrow your search.
- Use Exclude Technologies when targeting companies that are not already using a competing solution.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can I search for more than one technology?
Yes. You can select multiple technologies to broaden or refine your search.
Can I exclude technologies?
Yes. Use Exclude Technologies to remove companies using specific software from your results.
Can I use the Technologies filter in Contact Search?
Yes. When used in Contact Search, the filter searches the technologies used by the companies where those contacts work.
Does the Technologies filter search contacts?
No. The Technologies filter searches company technology data. When used in Contact Search, it filters contacts based on the technologies used by their employer.