Introduction to channel sales challenges

Expanding into channel sales is a growth milestone for many SaaS companies, but it doesn’t come without its share of obstacles. From loss of control over the sales process to managing channel conflicts, companies that fail to anticipate these hurdles often struggle to scale. Research shows that 24% of companies say it takes over a year for channel partners to become fully productive, and only a third provide adequate training. One major channel sales challenge is ensuring that partners are well-prepared to represent the company’s brand effectively.

For SaaS firms, successful channel sales execution requires proactive strategies that mitigate risks while ensuring partners are well-equipped to drive revenue. In this guide, we’ll cover the seven most pressing channel sales challenges SaaS companies face and actionable solutions to overcome them.

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Why Your SaaS Needs the Right Sales Model

Choosing between channel sales vs. direct sales is one of the most critical decisions for a growing SaaS business. The right strategy can determine how fast you scale, how much you spend on customer acquisition, and how well you penetrate new markets depends on a Hybrid sales strategy.

Early-stage SaaS startups often start with direct sales to gain valuable customer insights and control over messaging. However, as a company grows, channel sales become an attractive way to scale without proportional hiring costs.

This guide will help you decide when to use direct sales, channel sales, or a Hybrid sales strategy—and how to structure your approach for long-term growth.

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Why Your SaaS Needs a Channel Partner-led Sales Growth Program

Scaling a SaaS business is expensive and time-consuming when relying solely on direct sales. The fastest-growing SaaS companies—Salesforce, Microsoft, HubSpot, and AWS— build SaaS partner programs to expand their reach, lower acquisition costs, and drive long-term revenue growth. Partner-led sales growth strategies account for a 2X revenue growth at 60% of SaaS companies.

• Microsoft generates over 95% of its revenue through partners.
• HubSpot’s partner program contributes 40%+ to total sales.
• Salesforce attributes over 70% of its revenue to channel sales.
• Companies using channel partners grow 2x faster than those relying on direct sales alone.

If you want scalability, cost efficiency, and faster market penetration, it’s time to build a SaaS partner program.

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