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B2B pricing: Navigating the next phase of the AI revolution

Agentic AI is about to rewire B2B pricing. Here's what changes.

Reporting by McKinsey Insights 1 min brief
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Why it matters

As agentic AI matures, companies need to rethink pricing strategy and execution. McKinsey argues this represents a fundamental shift in how B2B pricing models will be set, managed, and optimized—creating both efficiency gains and competitive advantages for early movers.

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4 to know

  1. Agentic AI positioning as driver of B2B pricing transformation

  2. Focus on efficiency and effectiveness gains

  3. McKinsey analysis of next phase AI applications

  4. Pricing optimization as emerging use case for autonomous AI agents

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Publisher excerpt: Agentic AI promises a fundamental shift in how B2B pricing is set, managed, and optimized to drive a step change in both efficiency and effectiveness.
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