alliances

Nov
12
Trust Letters

The 5Cs of building trust

The 5 Cs of building trust in an alliance provide a framework for fostering this essential element.
1 min read
Oct
27
Zero to One Text

The Complete Guide to Standing Up Your First Partner Program

Standing up a partner program requires intentionality and collaboration across multiple functions in your organization
4 min read
Oct
15
Cloud with words "API-First"

Being an API-First Partner: What It Means and Why It Matters

An API-first company prioritizes the design, development, and deployment of application programming interfaces (APIs) before anything else.
4 min read
Sep
29
Badges and levels

The Subtle Differences Between Tiering and Badging in Partner Programs

Master these crucial tools for running successful partner programs.
3 min read
Sep
12
Azure GCP AWS logos

Cloud Marketplaces Introduction

Cloud marketplaces serve as centralized platforms where customers can discover and purchase software.
4 min read
Aug
02
Trust in Alliances

Breaking and Building Trust: Lessons for Successful Partnerships

How can you build and maintain trust in your partnerships, and what pitfalls should you avoid?
2 min read
Jul
02
Question Mark

"What Does Good Look Like?" and Other Questions for Partnership Success

Asking the right questions is essential to navigating the partnership journey.
2 min read
May
29
Funnel Diagram - Wide on left, narrow on right

Charting a Course Through Uncertainty

Acknowledge the inherent unknowns associated with the start-up phase of any collaborative effort.
2 min read
Apr
08
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Managing Expectations in a Strategic Alliance

Here are a few ways to manage stakeholder expectations along your journey with a partner.
2 min read
Mar
21
People talking and sharing ideas

Building Internal Consensus on a Partner Strategy

Forget "Big Bang" partner strategies. Building a winning partnership playbook requires a more nuanced approach.
2 min read