Computer Market Research provides a wide array of channel management applications which improve and solidify partner loyalty. Our client/server and web-based solutions accelerate and automate distributor and reseller data collection, processing, analysis, and reporting. www.computermarketresearch.com Our Software-as-a-Service (SaaS) solutions will help cut the clutter and chaos of your sales channels. With automation, you can seamlessly capture unrealized revenue, standardize POS and inventory data, easily manage sales and marketing programs, increase partner enablement, collaborate on marketing initiatives, close more deals, and much more. We provide effective and powerful channel management applications via our PartnerPortal suite of services. Our client/server and web-based solutions accelerate and automate distributor and reseller data collection, processing, analysis, and reporting. computermarketresearch.com/channel-solutions/ PartnerPortal: Saves time and money by giving vendors the ability to create and manage their portal using drag-and-drop technology without requiring IT resources. Automated Ship and Debit: Module that mitigates human error, man hours and overpayments during distributor claims management process. Vendors have complete visibility into the status of each claim, including what has been paid, approved, awaiting approval, denied, etc. Deal Registration: Provides partners with a simple and fast registration process for channel deals, with manufacturer ability to review, approve, decline, or request more information. Co-op/MDF Management: All processes involved in requesting marketing funds are streamlined into a Co-op/MDF module that automates and centralizes requests and claims, allowing trade promotions to be easily monitored. Channel POS: Easily access channel point of sale (POS) data in a centralized, web-based application that eliminates manual collection and processing of sales out reports. Channel Inventory: Consolidates and reports channel inventory quantities on hand, allowing visibility into information for planning and forecasting. ERP/CRM Integration: POS data information is automatically accessible in your CRM program, providing salespeople the ability to view revenue data directly from your CRM program at the account level. Multi-Vendor Co-Op/MDF: Channel partners are able to create their own accounts, then populate the database with their network of vendors allowing them to collect cumulative statistics on how their marketing funds are being spent. SPIF/Rebate Management: Maximize sales results and provide incentives for targeted promotions by offering channel partners visibility into sales tiers at the company or representative level. Opportunity Management: Channel partners submit opportunities online and the system manages the process for approvals, expiration notifications, closure incentives, and status tracking. Special Pricing Request: Award price protection and discounts to partners’ special pricing requests with administrative ability to approve, deny, or counter-offer. Document Manager: Allows uploading of files in a centralized location available for viewing by channel partners with secure visibility. Training And Certification: A learning management system designed to help you keep your channel partners aware of product updates, brand culture, and learning opportunities. Partner Profile: Distributors and resellers can become authorized channel partners by submitting an online application, customized to your approval process. If approved, the profile is linked to the company record and sales history.