Resource: Build Your Partner Program Structure

Learn how to build your partner program structure with this free checklist.
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Foundational Pillars: Alignment, Capabilities, Motivation, Tools, Metrics, and Collaboration
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Primary Partner Types: Affiliates, Referrals, and Resellers
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Critical Starting Point Clarity on Goals, Value, and Fit

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Key questions to answer before building your program
How to define goals, value, and expectations
Guidance for selecting the right partner types
Six pillars for structuring a scalable partner program
Tips for alignment, enablement, and accountability
How to prepare for long-term collaboration and growth

What You'll Discover Inside

Practical frameworks and actionable insights to transform your partnership strategy
The Essential Questions to Answer Before You Build
What are your goals? What value do you offer? What gaps can partners fill? This initial clarity ensures program focus and avoids misalignment later.
How to Choose the Right Partner Types
Learn which partner categories, affiliates, referrals, and resellers fit your goals, capabilities, and growth strategy.
Six Foundational Pillars for Program Structure
From alignment to tool selection, the guide shows how each pillar supports the health and scalability of your partner ecosystem.
How to Build Alignment From Day One
Why shared objectives, internal buy-in, and clear business plans create a strong partnership foundation.
The Importance of Understanding Partner Capabilities & Motivations
Partner programs succeed when both sides understand strengths, motivations, and expected outcomes.

The Partnership Challenge

Practical frameworks and actionable insights to transform your partnership strategy

The Problem

Common Partnership Failures
Goals aren’t clearly defined
Value isn’t articulated
Partner types are misaligned with company needs
Internal teams lack shared understanding
No structure exists for measuring progress
Tools and processes aren’t established early

The Solution

What Actually Works
Clarify your program’s goals and motivations
Identify and articulate your value to partners
Fill capability gaps through the right partner types
Establish foundational objectives together with partners
Build accountability through KPIs and regular reviews
Use PRM tools to streamline operations and track success

Excel Your Partner Program Structure

and build a thriving program using the guide
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Alignment Is the First and Most Important Step
Shared objectives ensure both companies are rowing in the same direction.
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Every Program Needs a Clear Value Exchange
Understanding what you offer, and what you need, builds healthier partnerships.
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Partner Capabilities Should Shape Your Strategy
A partner’s strengths become your program’s strengths when leveraged properly.
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Tools and Roles Drive Scalability
PRMs and Partner Managers create continuity, visibility, and operational excellence.
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Accountability Keeps the Program Healthy
KPIs, regular reviews, and stakeholder involvement ensure ongoing alignment and progress.
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Collaboration Must Be Continuous
Shared meetings, check-ins, and adaptability keep the program thriving as both companies grow.
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