By Olivier Choron, Founder and CEO, purechannelapps Social media has truly broken down communication barriers to offer a liquidity of information exchange unlike any other medium. But how can this often unruly medium be harnessed by resellers and vendors to its best advantage? If your organization uses a tiered route to market – be it […]
To maximize channel penetration, it has become vital for manufacturers to develop optimal partnerships with resellers and distributors. However, formulating and nurturing these relationships is futile unless business owners implement the correct solutions to track and manage them. TreeHouse Interactive, a provider of SaaS CRM solutions designed for companies who sell through the channel, features […]
ForeScout Technologies, Inc., a provider of automation security control solutions, recently announced the worldwide rollout of its new ForeScout Access Partner Program for its authorized roster of reseller channel partners. The company currently offers solutions to worldwide Fortune 100 enterprises and government organizations. The new program contains the foundation of ForeScout’s prior partner program, along […]
McAfee has recently announced alterations to its Commercial and Enterprise deal registration program by increasing margin protection on new partnerships. The security technology provider is boosting margins up to 25% to encourage partner acquisitions and increase profits within the channel. The program is designed to reward channel partners for securing new business, according to a […]
Today’s retail market is beginning to rely heavily on multiple platforms to deliver ideal service across various channels. As a result, it is vital that company owners invest in reliable IT systems that provide product support to increase efficiencies. NCR Corporation recently announced its ranking as retail market share leader on Gartner’s Market Share Analysis: […]
Although SMBs are becoming more conscious of the benefits of adopting IT solutions, cost is a key factor hindering companies from finding optimal hardware. According to a study conducted by Wakefield Research in partnership with HP, companies have noted that hardware performance has not matched up to the price of implementation. The study, which surveyed […]
This year’s RetailNOW Conference drew a record number of attendees and exhibitors for a third year, showing consistent growth potential among resellers, VARS, distributors, and hardware manufacturers who have developed a keen interest in emerging trends such as mobile, PCI, and social media marketing. The event, hosted by the Retail Solutions Providers Association (RSPA), was […]
Although incentive program performance is considered vital to channel program success, the majority of companies are not up to par in their measurement, according to findings from a survey of senior channel sales and marketing executives. The survey, conducted by Channelinsight, revealed merely 33% of survey respondents stating they are somewhat or very satisfied with […]