B-to-b channel leaders, whether they oversee large multi-tier reseller programs or alliance partner programs, should use standard program metrics to track their progress and detect signs of upcoming opportunities or trouble. This brief describes metrics that can help channel leaders monitor and manage the success of six channel program areas.
When b-to-b suppliers fail to effectively engage and collaborate with large service provider partners, these relationships fall short of their potential. Suppliers must use five program components to choreograph partner engagement. This brief explains how to apply each of these components to engage large service provider partners.
Our signature Channel Program Blueprint (CPB) report provides a framework for understanding the primary elements associated with a successful sales channel, and helps you establish a plan that incorporates the people, processes, and systems to achieve results.
Incentives: The Secret Ingredient of a Successful Channel Enablement StrategySeth Jacobsen
When it comes to enabling your sales channels, it’s important to have partners you can count on to help you move your products effectively and efficiently.
But how do you design and implement a channel strategy that will get their buy in and enable them to succeed? It’s all a matter of asking the right questions.
When b-to-b suppliers fail to effectively engage and collaborate with large service provider partners, these relationships fall short of their potential. Suppliers must use five program components to choreograph partner engagement. This brief explains how to apply each of these components to engage large service provider partners.
Our signature Channel Program Blueprint (CPB) report provides a framework for understanding the primary elements associated with a successful sales channel, and helps you establish a plan that incorporates the people, processes, and systems to achieve results.
Incentives: The Secret Ingredient of a Successful Channel Enablement StrategySeth Jacobsen
When it comes to enabling your sales channels, it’s important to have partners you can count on to help you move your products effectively and efficiently.
But how do you design and implement a channel strategy that will get their buy in and enable them to succeed? It’s all a matter of asking the right questions.
Industry 4.0: Technology Insights for Channel Program OptimizationSeth Jacobsen
The concept of Industry 4.0 – also known as the fourth industrial revolution – is mostly rooted in data, analytics, autonomous learning, and the Internet of Things. The impact of smart technology, however, is not limited to the supply chain and manufacturing operations. Opportunities to innovate exist in the sales and distribution channel as well. Of course, the ultimate goal is to reduce costs, increase productivity and market share, and drive revenue growth.
Long considered the ‘holy grail’ of channel management, connecting the dots between channel investment and sales ROI is still a struggle for even the most savvy and well-funded channel organizations. But in the last couple of years, technological steps forward in workflow automation, data integration, analytics, forecasting, and marketing automation have set the stage for a true closed loop. This evolution means finally being able to measure with certainty what efforts are working and which are a waste of time and energy, thus maximizing impact with limited budget. But the effect of connecting these dots has another, equally important benefit: each step in the channel planning, execution, and measurement lifecycle becomes dramatically more effective and efficient when influenced by the information captured in the other steps.
In an overcrowded channel where small and midsized business (SMB) suppliers compete to gain the mindshare of smaller partners busy chasing after deals, the tactics used to catch bluefish are similar to the low-touch, high-volume approaches required to attract attention. This brief uses the first two phases of SiriusDecisions campaign readiness model – planning and development – to pinpoint how suppliers should develop marketing campaigns using SMB channel partners
Which Way Now? Justin Gibbons, work.researchMediaSense
In this presentation, Justin Gibbons summarises the key findings from our new research and concluded that as an industry, we value what we measure but we are measuring the wrong stuff; not what drives performance.
Successful teamwork between a supplier and a distributor relies on consistent communication – including a common understanding of objectives, continual progress reporting, and frequent discussions about results and market conditions. The SiriusDecisions Research Brief describes five components of a performance scorecard that can be used to facilitate communication and decision making between a supplier and a distributor.
A scenario where what was promised isn’t delivered is all too common in the b-to-b channel world when suppliers fail to properly align with and train partners that have been brought into the fold to deliver a range of pre-sale and post-sales services. This brief defines four pillars of best-in-class service channel relationships and shares the components that make up each.
A scenario where what was promised isn’t delivered is all too common in the b-to-b channel world when suppliers fail to properly align with and train partners that have been brought into the fold to deliver a range of pre-sale and post-sales services. This brief defines four pillars of best-in-class service channel relationships and shares the components that make up each.
An original research report on the use of channel marketing automation software by a global audience.
To download the full report, visit www.StateofInboundChannelMarketing.com.
Supplier Relationship Management takes traditional sourcing methods to the next level. While the sourcing process uses Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and templated one-way communications to select suppliers and derive the most upfront value for contracted services or products, SRM uses processes, principles, communications and tools to help companies better manage their existing suppliers within all areas of the company during the entire supplier lifecycle.
The channel marketing strategies research brief defines three channel marketing concierge service models and explains how to determine which model fits best on the basis of a supplier’s level of partner marketing support and channel marketing resources.
B-to-b partner account managers must acquire a range of skills, which should be adapted to the types of partners they work with (e.g. reseller, distributor, OEM, alliance, referral). This brief describes nine key topic areas that should be used to adapt training content to the unique requirements of a supplier organization’s partner account managers, and outline specific elements within each area.
Managing a direct sales force is tough, let alone managing an indirect (channel) sales force. The concept of a channel has existed since the existence of fire, when one person bartered with another. While technology has evolved rapidly over the past few thousand years, for many companies the state of their channel maturity still resembles how the channel was managed in the Stone Age.
Industry 4.0: Technology Insights for Channel Program OptimizationSeth Jacobsen
The concept of Industry 4.0 – also known as the fourth industrial revolution – is mostly rooted in data, analytics, autonomous learning, and the Internet of Things. The impact of smart technology, however, is not limited to the supply chain and manufacturing operations. Opportunities to innovate exist in the sales and distribution channel as well. Of course, the ultimate goal is to reduce costs, increase productivity and market share, and drive revenue growth.
Long considered the ‘holy grail’ of channel management, connecting the dots between channel investment and sales ROI is still a struggle for even the most savvy and well-funded channel organizations. But in the last couple of years, technological steps forward in workflow automation, data integration, analytics, forecasting, and marketing automation have set the stage for a true closed loop. This evolution means finally being able to measure with certainty what efforts are working and which are a waste of time and energy, thus maximizing impact with limited budget. But the effect of connecting these dots has another, equally important benefit: each step in the channel planning, execution, and measurement lifecycle becomes dramatically more effective and efficient when influenced by the information captured in the other steps.
In an overcrowded channel where small and midsized business (SMB) suppliers compete to gain the mindshare of smaller partners busy chasing after deals, the tactics used to catch bluefish are similar to the low-touch, high-volume approaches required to attract attention. This brief uses the first two phases of SiriusDecisions campaign readiness model – planning and development – to pinpoint how suppliers should develop marketing campaigns using SMB channel partners
Which Way Now? Justin Gibbons, work.researchMediaSense
In this presentation, Justin Gibbons summarises the key findings from our new research and concluded that as an industry, we value what we measure but we are measuring the wrong stuff; not what drives performance.
Successful teamwork between a supplier and a distributor relies on consistent communication – including a common understanding of objectives, continual progress reporting, and frequent discussions about results and market conditions. The SiriusDecisions Research Brief describes five components of a performance scorecard that can be used to facilitate communication and decision making between a supplier and a distributor.
A scenario where what was promised isn’t delivered is all too common in the b-to-b channel world when suppliers fail to properly align with and train partners that have been brought into the fold to deliver a range of pre-sale and post-sales services. This brief defines four pillars of best-in-class service channel relationships and shares the components that make up each.
A scenario where what was promised isn’t delivered is all too common in the b-to-b channel world when suppliers fail to properly align with and train partners that have been brought into the fold to deliver a range of pre-sale and post-sales services. This brief defines four pillars of best-in-class service channel relationships and shares the components that make up each.
An original research report on the use of channel marketing automation software by a global audience.
To download the full report, visit www.StateofInboundChannelMarketing.com.
Supplier Relationship Management takes traditional sourcing methods to the next level. While the sourcing process uses Requests for Proposals (RFPs) and templated one-way communications to select suppliers and derive the most upfront value for contracted services or products, SRM uses processes, principles, communications and tools to help companies better manage their existing suppliers within all areas of the company during the entire supplier lifecycle.
The channel marketing strategies research brief defines three channel marketing concierge service models and explains how to determine which model fits best on the basis of a supplier’s level of partner marketing support and channel marketing resources.
B-to-b partner account managers must acquire a range of skills, which should be adapted to the types of partners they work with (e.g. reseller, distributor, OEM, alliance, referral). This brief describes nine key topic areas that should be used to adapt training content to the unique requirements of a supplier organization’s partner account managers, and outline specific elements within each area.
Managing a direct sales force is tough, let alone managing an indirect (channel) sales force. The concept of a channel has existed since the existence of fire, when one person bartered with another. While technology has evolved rapidly over the past few thousand years, for many companies the state of their channel maturity still resembles how the channel was managed in the Stone Age.
Leveraging data insights to optimize deal management software performance.doc...Office24by7
Deal management software is a tool that helps businesses manage their sales deals, negotiations, and contracts. It includes features such as deal tracking, contract management, document management, reporting, and analytics. It can also integrate with other tools such as CRM, email, and project management software to provide a comprehensive solution for sales teams.
How do you choose the right channel incentives to match your strategy and accomplish your organizational goals? Is it science? Is it art?
In this presentation, Dan Overgaag, Principal for The Spur Group, Rod Baptie, Founder of Channel Focus/ Baptie & Co, and Steven Kellam VP of Global Alliances at 360insights shared and discussed a framework for how to choose and implement the right channel program to achieve transformational goals.
Affiliate marketing is a form of performance-based influencer marketing model where an e-commerce company compensates third-party publishers to generate leads to the company’s products & services. The affiliates also known as third-party publishers earn a commission to promote the co
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In the B-to-B world, long registration forms that require visitors to enter too much information too soon are the “pushy salespeople” of Web site conversion. In contrast, progressive profiling is the astute merchant who offers a more positive experience, which makes shoppers more apt to return. This brief shares the benefits of progressive profiling as well as the strategies and technology required for its success.
Download this Research Brief to learn:
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- What is Progressive profiling
- What is needed to achieve a progressive profiling end state.
The Coronavirus crisis is taking a toll on businesses all over the world and financial experts have already warned that it won’t be easy for businesses to get back on their feet even when the situation eases.
While it will be challenging to revert to the pre-outbreak stage, enterprising vendors can put their channel partners ahead of the competition with channel marketing automation. Download our whitepaper to learn how channel marketing automation tools can ensure your channel partners hit the ground running when all of this mess clears up.
Channel conflict tends to evolve over time, stemming from partnerships that lack clear guidelines. At the root of a do-nothing strategy is often a lack of understanding of the underlying causes of channel conflict, and a series of strategies and processes in place to resolve each. This brief categorizes these causes into our SiriusDecisions Channel Conflict Model, and share specifics on each.
As organizations strive to sell more solutions, their reps will increasingly face off against a variety of senior- level buying roles. To improve these interactions, sales leaders should adopt a systematic process to help reps. This brief introduces and examines the components of ONE process for selling to senior executives, and explores the options of segmenting the sales force and/or leveraging subject matter experts (SMEs) when looking to reach these buyers.
For Mindmatrix, 2019 was marked by industry-wide recognition as a top player in the channel and sales enablement sphere, introduction of new features and enhancements to its platform and extensive collaboration with industry thought leaders.
Within a b-to-b organization, the mission of an evangelist for a product or technology is to amplify external awareness and excitement and drive market adoption. However, companies also should consider the need for internal evangelism to support business objectives. This brief describes how channel leaders can craft a presentation to evangelize the value of channel for internal audiences.
Within a b-to-b organization, the mission of an evangelist for a product or technology is to amplify external awareness and excitement and drive market adoption. However, companies also should consider the need for internal evangelism to support business objectives. This brief describes how channel leaders can craft a presentation to evangelize the value of channel for internal audiences.
Sales training organizations are challenged when trying to measure the impact of specific choices on behavior change, just like a weight scale can’t tell you how much you have benefitted from skipping the fries and how much was due to a new walking program. This brief describes how coupling training investment with coaching and measurement helps to enhance its overall impact.
Leading MSP & hi-tech channel enablement solution provider, Mindmatrix, will be at the IT Industry’s premier conference for collaboration, education and networking in Las Vegas, NV. #ChannelCon19
Driving successful initiatives in any sales organization begins with first- line manager. The performance of sales reps is directly tied to the ability of these managers to play multiple roles effectively. This brief explores the importance of first-line managers in executing sales initiatives and the roles they must play in today’s b-to-b environment.
B-to-b channel leaders, whether they oversee large multi-tier reseller programs or alliance partner programs, should use standard program metrics to track their progress and detect signs of upcoming opportunities or trouble. This brief describes metrics that can help channel leaders monitor and manage the success of six channel program areas.
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The Mindmatrix – SiriusDecisions Webinar had Peter Ostrow, Senior Research Director from SiriusDecisions talking about four essential enablement responsibilities and how you can tackle them to make your sales enablement efforts successful.
Mindmatrix will be showcasing its popular MSP Advantage Program at the Summit on April 24-25. If you happen to be present, do meet our MSP Sales & Marketing Enablement expert, Eric Weber at the show.
Mindmatrix is introducing new features and enhancements to various modules of its popular sales and channel enablement software that will be released in Q2.
The upgraded sales automation toolkit is tightly integrated with CRMs, voice platforms, social media and offers excellent support from cadence, print, and email marketing perspective.
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• Incentive utilization. Track the quantity and percentage of partners using
incentive programs, including data that indicates the level of activity and any
early indicators that can show whether the program is succeeding or failing.
• Play execution. Once partners claim their incentives, analogous to
redeeming airline points, it’s important to track whether the play or
marketing activity actually gets executed, which partners are active vs.
inactive and ROI by incentive type. These metrics offer insights into usage
and execution capabilities that are useful for both supplier and partner.
• Process efficiency. Organizations should consider tracking the efficiency
of internal processes (e.g. how long it takes them to process claims) as well
as partner-facing processes (e.g. the number of partner proposals submitted
vs. those approved). They also should look at the amount of unclaimed funds
to better understand programs that are favored by partners vs. those that
are ignored.
The Sirius Decision
To create a complete picture of a channel program and its ability to support
partner processes and drive partner performance, track metrics for multiple
program categories. For example, by tracking metrics for recruitment,
enablement and demand creation, suppliers can understand where they
need to improve as they add or reduce partners. This end-to-end perspective
enables channel leaders to respond as business conditions change either by
re-engineering or fine-tuning their programs based on a data-driven, holistic
approach.