Recent articles
Here’s your weekly dose of practical marketing insights specifically written for ISVs, channel partners and pretty much anyone in software marketing.
Recent articles
Here’s your weekly dose of practical marketing insights specifically written for ISVs, channel partners and pretty much anyone in software marketing.
Software companies seeking sustainable expansion increasingly turn to ISV–OEM partnerships as a strategic source of revenue. Done right, this model helps vendors embed, bundle, or co-deliver solutions via third-party platforms, widening reach and unlocking “sell-with” or “sell-through” revenue streams. But it’s not easy — it demands clarity, patience, and orchestration. Below is a consolidated playbook drawing from MediaDev’s ISV-to-ISV partnership thought leadership.
It’s amazing to me how many people who work in the software industry are completely unaware about what OEM means. Don’t get me wrong, I’m not judging anyone here. I am merely pointing out that OEM is ignored more often than not. Which if you do understand the benefits of having an ISV-OEM strategy, clearly means that most software companies are missing out on a very profitable source of revenue.
ISVs have myriad options for how to spend marketing budget. For example, you can invest in your website, content marketing, and social media and social advertising. You may focus on email marketing, pay-per click (PPC), or print ads.
Summer is almost here—and with it comes the urge (and need) for a well-deserved break. But just because you’re taking time off doesn’t mean your marketing has to.
If you are reading this article, I am assuming that you landed here because you are in need of reliable ISV data. Software companies with white labelling or embedded offers, and who are looking to sell with or to ISVs are becoming more and more prevalent.