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Why 50% of UK B2B Companies Now Outsource Their Marketing — and How IDX Helps You Stay Ahead

In today’s fast-moving industries like logistics, supply chain, retail, and eCommerce, change is constant.

From global competition to the UK's 2024 review of zero-tariff import regimes, businesses are under pressure to move faster, think bigger, and communicate smarter.

No surprise then, that 50% of B2B companies in the UK now outsource their marketing to expert partners.

If you’re not already outsourcing, now is the time to rethink your strategy — and at IDX, we help B2B companies not just keep up — but stay ahead.

B2B Numbers You Can’t ignore in 2024:

The UK business environment is evolving rapidly:

  • 15,346 third-party logistics (3PL) providers are now operating in the UK — up 3% year-on-year.
  • Wholesale, retail, and eCommerce sectors account for 14.6% of all UK businesses.
  • 50% of UK B2B companies now outsource some or all of their marketing efforts — a sharp rise from 46% last year.

Outsourcing isn’t just for large enterprises anymore — it’s become a critical growth strategy for start-ups, SMEs, and transforming businesses across industries.

Why Companies Are Choosing to Outsource Marketing?

Outsourced marketing is no longer about saving costs — it's about gaining competitive edge.

Here’s why more B2B brands are making the switch:

Lower Overheads:
Access a full team of marketing experts — without the expense and time of hiring and training in-house.

Specialised Expertise:
From SEO and PPC to content marketing and creative design, get specialist skills exactly when you need them.

Faster Results:
Agencies like IDX are built for speed and agility, helping you move faster than internal teams bogged down by bureaucracy.

Fresh, Strategic Thinking:
External teams bring a clear, unbiased perspective — essential for industries facing disruption like logistics, eCommerce, and retail.

Accountability and ROI:
At IDX, we focus on delivering real, measurable outcomes — not just vanity metrics.

How IDX Powers Your B2B Growth?

At IDX, we specialise in sector-specific marketing solutions that help B2B companies thrive in dynamic markets.

Here’s what sets us apart:

  • Tailored Sector Strategies:
    We understand the unique challenges of logistics, supply chain, retail, and eCommerce marketing.
  • End-to-End Marketing Delivery:
    From strategy development to execution across SEO, paid media, content, and creative branding — we manage it all.
  • Agile, Scalable Support:
    Whether you need a light-touch campaign or a full-scale marketing operation, our support flexes with your business.
  • Complex Messaging Expertise:
    We help businesses navigate major challenges — from tariff shifts to tech disruption — with clear, powerful communication.

Why Outsourcing Isn’t Cutting Corners — It’s Getting Smarter

B2B marketing today demands more expertise, more agility, and faster action than ever before.


Outsourcing your marketing isn’t about doing less — it’s about achieving more with the right partners.

At IDX, we help you scale faster, communicate better, and grow stronger in the face of market disruption.

Ready to Stay Ahead of the Competition?

👉 Get in touch with IDX today


📧 Or email us at info@idxtv.com

Let’s work together to build marketing that drives real business growth.

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