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Truecount RFID Launches New Channel Partner Program

Truecount, a provider of cloud-based RFID solutions for retailers, recently launched the Channel First Program to build up a network of complementary solution and service providers. The new program was unveiled with the signing of J.D. Associates, a retail POS solution provider. As a systems integrator, J.D. Associates provides POS and ERP solutions to more […]

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Catalyst Telecom And Avaya Grow Relationship With Radvision Scopia Video Solution And Services

Catalyst Telecom, a value-added distributor of voice, video and data convergence solutions, recently added a variety of new solutions and services from Avaya, including Radvision Scopia video solutions and complementary services to better serve partners. Radvision is an Avaya company that provides video conferencing, telepresence technologies over IP and wireless networks, and end-to-end visual communication solutions. […]

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Xerox Buys Restaurant Technology Services From McDonald’s

Xerox recently purchased Restaurant Technology Services, LLC (RTS) from McDonald’s Corporation. RTS currently provides service desk support via 600+ employees, who help more than 17,000 McDonald’s restaurants in China, Ireland, the UK and U.S. RTS is a services company that offers technical help related to POS equipment, kitchen video devices and “cashless” credit card processing […]

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Groupon Acquires CommerceInterface

Groupon announced recently that it has acquired CommerceInterface, a provider of web-based channel management technology and solutions, in an effort to enhance its positioning in the SMB market. Deal conditions were not disclosed. The partnership between Groupon and CommerceInterface has been developing since April 2012, with the deal merchant using channel management solutions to streamline […]

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Salesforce.com Announces New Integration Between Sales Cloud And Work.com

Prioritizing opportunities, sharing feedback and discussing corporate goals are constant challenges for all sales teams because organizations oftentimes are faced with disparate communication and inefficient annual reviews. However, this lack of process and progress is even more evident for vendors striving to navigate and receive updates from hundreds — and even thousands — of partners […]

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Channel Thought Leaders Share Predictions For 2013

The channel universe is evolving at a rapid pace. In an effort to hone in on key trends and expectations for 2013, we decided to ask some key executives from leading agencies, consultancies, and even solution provider companies to share their insights on channel sales and marketing trends. Each executive has a breadth of experience working […]

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Alvarion Releases New Partner Loyalty Programs And Portal To Improve Channel Collaboration

Alvarion, a provider of wireless broadband solutions, has announced major enhancements to its Partner Program and Portal. Among the changes are new partnership options, online certifications, incentives and deployment modulation tools. These additions were designed to create business opportunities and resources to encourage partner sales and marketing success.  “Alvarion recognizes the vital role that partners play […]

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Dell Unveils Aggressive Goals For 2013 At Annual Conference

More than 5,000 Dell customers and partners gathered at the second annual Dell World, which was held at the Austin Convention Center, to get insight scoop on the company’s go-forward plans for 2013 and beyond. Specifically, the Cloud and social media have come into focus for Dell’s forward-looking plans. The company also is setting its […]

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Why Data Integration Is The Secret To Business Success

By Lance Speck, VP and General Manager, Integration Products, Pervasive Software  What is your data integration strategy? If you’re at a loss for words, don’t worry. Many organizations don’t even realize how data integration can help them. If you do have an integration strategy, you need to consider how data trends are evolving and how […]

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Channel Marketer Report Reveals Top 12 Articles Of 2012

With its first official year coming to a close, Channel Marketer Report (CMR) has covered a variety of topics that impact vendors/OEMs, VARs, distributors, ISVs and system integrators every day. Honing in on sales and marketing best practices, the top 12 articles of 2012 discuss everything from MDF and incentives, to social media, PRM and […]

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