Blog - Channel Management

Our articles in the channel management category cover best practices, how-to guides, and expert advice on how to manage a successful channel. Whether you’re just starting out in partnerships or are a long-time channel veteran, we’re sure you’ll find helpful information to further your career.

Make sure to also check out our standalone guide on channel management software.

Feb 28, 2024
6 Types of Channel Partners: When Each Is a Good Fit

Universal definitions for common types of channel partners along with the pros and cons of each and expert advice.

Channel Management
Jan 29, 2024
How to Ace Referral Management in 5 Steps

Learn five steps to streamline your referral management with tips from five experienced partner professionals.

Channel Management, Channel Ops
Jan 18, 2024
What are Marketing Development Funds, or MDF?

Learn how to leverage Marketing development funds (MDF) to drive channel partner marketing efforts and increase lead flow.

Channel Management, Channel Marketing, PRM (Partner Relationship Management)
Dec 21, 2023
What You Need to Launch a Channel Program

What, exactly, do you need to do to launch a channel program? Learn 6 critical elements to prepare in this post.

Channel Management, Channel Ops, Partner Portal Management, PRM (Partner Relationship Management)
Aug 22, 2023
Partner Recruiting: What It Is and How To Do It

Three channel leaders share advice on how to create an effective partner recruitment practice and ensure channel success.

Channel Management, Partner Engagement
Jul 31, 2023
Inheriting a Partner Program: Advice From 7 Experts

Did you just inherit a partner program? Take it to the next level with advice from 7 experts who have done it before.

Channel Management, Partner Portal Management, PRM (Partner Relationship Management)
May 19, 2023
Building a Career in Partnerships: Advice From 7 Partner Leaders

How do you build a partnerships career? Learn to break into the industry from 7 partnerships leaders in the B2B SaaS space.

Channel Management
Feb 20, 2023
Partner Enablement Program Design in 8 Steps

Excellent partner enablement programs empower partners to market and sell products quickly and efficiently, driving revenue for both parties.

Channel Management, Partner Engagement
Jan 17, 2023
How to Do a Partner Program Audit

Audit your partner program to level up your channel and create sustained growth in tough economic environments.

Channel Management, Channel Ops, Deal Registration, Lead Distribution, Partner Engagement, Partner Portal Management, PRM (Partner Relationship Management)
Nov 28, 2022
Make Your Channel Recession Proof

A rock-solid channel helps you ride out a recession. Learn to invest in your channel from our veteran partnership experts.

Channel Management, Channel Marketing, Partner Engagement