Intelligent Tech Channels Issue 94 | Page 27

FEATURE PARTNERSHIP PROGRAMMES
A true partnership is less about contractual terms and more about shared ambition.
evolve, and technology never stands still. Programmes that evolve in response to partner feedback tend to remain relevant, while static ones risk becoming outdated.
A true partnership is less about contractual terms and more about shared ambition. When both sides invest in mutual growth, the relationship becomes a source of competitive strength.
Choosing Substance Over Shine
In an increasingly crowded technology channel, choosing the right partner programme has never been more important, or more complex. While margins, incentives and brand recognition all have their place, they rarely tell the full story.
The most successful partners look deeper. They seek alignment of strategy and culture, commercial models that support sustainable growth, enablement that goes beyond onboarding and experiences built on clarity and trust. They value differentiation over duplication and long-term collaboration over shortterm gain.
For prospective partners, the question to ask is not simply‘ What does this programme offer?’ but‘ Can we build something meaningful together?’
In the end, the strongest channel partnerships are not defined by what they promise at the start, but by what they enable over time. •
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