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International Partner Strategy
A framework for international partner strategy.
What's included
- Partner Strategy by Region
- Market-specific approach
- Partner type prioritization
- Coverage strategy
- Partner Selection
- Regional criteria
- Due diligence process
- Negotiation approach
- Partner Operations
- Cross-border coordination
- Regional autonomy
- HQ alignment
- Partner Growth
- Performance management
- Investment decisions
- Expansion planning
Best used when
- Building regional partner networks
- Adapting partner strategy globally
- Managing international channels
- Coordinating cross-border partners
The template
The Template
PARTNER STRATEGY BY REGION
Regional Partner Approach
REGIONAL PARTNER STRATEGY
EMEA:
Partner types: Resellers, SIs
Partner role: Market coverage
Key markets: UK, DACH, Nordics
Selection criteria: Local expertise
APAC:
Partner types: Resellers, distributors
Partner role: Market entry, support
Key markets: ANZ, Japan, SEA
Selection criteria: Local presence
LATAM:
Partner types: Resellers, distributors
Partner role: Market access, compliance
Key markets: Brazil, Mexico
Selection criteria: Tax/legal expertise
REGIONAL DIFFERENCES:
☐ Partner expectations vary
☐ Economic terms differ
☐ Support requirements vary
☐ Engagement model adapts
Regional Partner Matrix
| Region | Primary Model | Support | Investment |
|---|---|---|---|
| EMEA | SI + Reseller | Medium | High |
| APAC | Distributor | High | Medium |
| LATAM | Reseller | High | Medium |
PARTNER SELECTION
Regional Partner Due Diligence
INTERNATIONAL PARTNER SELECTION
REGIONAL CRITERIA:
☐ Local market presence
☐ Customer relationships
☐ Language capabilities
☐ Regulatory knowledge
☐ Financial stability
DUE DILIGENCE:
☐ Company background
☐ Financial review
☐ Reference checks
☐ Cultural fit assessment
NEGOTIATION APPROACH:
☐ Local market economics
☐ Support expectations
☐ Exclusivity considerations
☐ Performance requirements
AGREEMENT CONSIDERATIONS:
☐ Local law requirements
☐ Currency terms
☐ Territory definition
☐ Termination rights
PARTNER COORDINATION
Global Partner Management
GLOBAL PARTNER COORDINATION
HQ-REGIONAL ALIGNMENT:
☐ Global program standards
☐ Regional adaptations allowed
☐ Approval thresholds
☐ Escalation process
CROSS-BORDER DEALS:
☐ Lead routing rules
☐ Commission handling
☐ Customer assignment
☐ Support responsibility
COMMUNICATION:
☐ Global partner calls
☐ Regional meetings
☐ Partner advisory board
☐ Best practice sharing
Frequently asked questions
What is the International Partner Strategy?
A framework for international partner strategy.
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