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Beyond the Handshake: A CFO-Ready Model for Quantifying Total Partnership Impact

For too long, partnership leaders have struggled with proving data-backed value. Learn how to build a rigorous, quantifiable model for measuring total partnership impact across the entire customer lifecycle.

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12 min readJan 16, 2025
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The Partnership Architecture Framework

Master the 5-model framework for building strategic, scalable partnerships. Move from playbook practitioner to partnership architect with first principles thinking.

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10 min readJan 15, 2025
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Model 1: Foundation Model

Establish the foundational principles, common language, and readiness assessment for your partnership program. Learn to become a Partnership Architect, not just a Playbook Practitioner.

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31 min readJan 15, 2025
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Model 2: Economic Model

Establish CFO-grade financial frameworks for partnerships. Move beyond sourced revenue to quantify total impact including influenced revenue, efficiency gains, and retention improvements.

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38 min readJan 15, 2025
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Model 3: Strategy Model

Define your partnership strategy with compelling value propositions, go-to-market motion planning, and portfolio management. Turn economic insights into strategic action.

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31 min readJan 15, 2025
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Model 4: Operating Model

Build repeatable processes for partner activation and management. Transform strategy into execution with lifecycle management, enablement playbooks, and partner cadence.

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44 min readJan 15, 2025

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