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.

Sep 22, 2022
What Are Partnership OKRs?

Partnership teams are cross-functional, so setting OKRs can be difficult. Learn about five things to consider during annual planning cycles.

Channel Management, Channel Marketing, Channel Ops
Aug 29, 2022
6 Reasons Why Partnerships Are Critical During Economic Uncertainty

Partners can introduce you to new prospects and help you take deals over the finish line – even in during economic uncertainty.

Channel Management
Jul 7, 2022
5 Key Differences between Sales and Partnerships

Many people assume sales and partnerships have virtually the same function, but there are definite distinctions between the two teams.

Channel Management, Channel Marketing
Jun 27, 2022
Ideal Partner Profile (IPP): Everything you need to know

An Ideal Partner Profile based on understanding your high ROI partners is key to a robust channel partner acquisition and retention strategy

Channel Management, Partner Portal Management
May 31, 2022
Is it time for a Partner Advisory Council?

A Partner Advisory Council (PAC) is a great way to get channel partners’ unique perspective into your customers, competition, and market.

Channel Management
Nov 19, 2021
Common Channel Blind Spots

Channel expert Raegan Wilson lists common channel blinds spots and how to fix them.

Channel Management
Aug 26, 2021
An Ounce of Prevention: Reducing and Mitigating Employee Turnover on your Channel Team

Driving business through partnering is on the rise. Companies of all shapes, sizes, and industries are leveraging the benefits of indirect sales and building out channel programs as their go-to-market strategy. To do this effectively, these companies are turning to technologies like PRM to help them extend and automate their reach.

Channel Management, Channel Ops, PRM (Partner Relationship Management)
Jun 24, 2021
Channel Partner Training – 4 Best Practices

Well-trained partners are a huge predictor of your channel success. Read our channel partner training best practices to get you there.

Channel Management, PRM (Partner Relationship Management)
May 20, 2021
Build Lasting Relationships With Your Channel Partners

Many channel partners work with multiple vendors and have access to numerous products or services. So how can you build relationships to stand out from the crowd? A successful channel program has many elements that work together. The obvious ones are vendor and partner alignment, and demand for the vendor’s products or services within the […]

Channel Management
May 6, 2021
Channel Partner Engagement 101

Channel partner engagement is a term used to describe the level of attention and interaction a partner has with your organization.

Channel Management, Partner Engagement, PRM (Partner Relationship Management)