The Partner Program page is a powerful tool designed to help software providers establish, manage, and enhance their relationships with partners. This feature enables providers to create tailored programs that align with their business goals, offering clear benefits, rewards, and guidelines for partners. The Partner Program page comprises several key sections to facilitate seamless setup, customization, and management.

Set up and manage URLs

The URLs section is where you configure the links and settings for your Program Directory. This ensures your directory is easy to access and displays the necessary information for your users. Here's a step-by-step guide to help you understand and set up this section.

Directory Sub-domain

The Directory Subdomain is the web address where your Program Directory will be hosted. The provider can enter a word or phrase to create a unique web link for the directory. This generates a unique subdomain URL displayed in light text below the input field. This subdomain becomes the entry point for partners to access the program.

Key points to remember:

• The subdomain field is shared across multiple areas

                - Directory

                - App Stack Directory

                - Partner Program

                - Tech Partner Directory

• Any changes to the subdomain will apply to all these areas.

Other URLs

You can also link important legal and informational pages to your directory. These include: 

• Terms of Use URL: Link to the terms of your program.

• Privacy Policy URL: Link to the privacy policy.

• Cookies Policy URL: Link to the cookies policy.

Ensure these links are active and lead to pages that comply with your regional legal requirements.

Adding a Favicon

The Favicon is the small icon displayed on the browser tab when someone visits your Program Directory. It helps your directory look more professional and recognizable.

Steps to Add a Favicon:

1. Upload the favicon file in the designated field.
2. The icon will automatically appear in the browser tab for your Program Directory.

Program List

The Program List is where providers can create, manage, and edit partner programs. This section includes powerful tools to ensure ease of use and comprehensive functionality.

Creating a Partner Program

Click the "Create Partner Program" button to access the setup interface. The creation process includes multiple detailed steps:

Partner Program information:

• Program name: Enter a name for your program. This will also be used in the URL for your program page.
• Description: This is an optional field for Adding a detailed description to explain the program's purpose and benefits to potential partners.

Partner program rewards:

Motivate your partners by offering rewards.

• Reward name*: Search and select an existing reward or create a new one to associate with the program.

Refer to this article for more information on how to set up the Rewards.

Eligible partners

Define eligibility criteria for partners to ensure the program targets the right audience. The following fields are available for configuration:

• Partner type: This is a mandatory field. You can select one or multiple partner types to define eligibility.

• Partner group: First, choose a partner type. Once selected, the corresponding partner groups (if configured in the settings) will become visible for selection.

• Region: Choose the relevant region(s) where the program will apply.

• Country: Specify the country or countries eligible for the program.

• Service category: Define the service categories relevant to the program.

• Industries: Select the applicable industries for targeting partners.

Note: The AND rule applies between these fields. All selected conditions must be met for partners to be eligible for the program.

Cross Program Check button

The Cross Program Check button is a useful tool for determining whether any eligible partners for the current program have already been assigned to another Partner Program.

How it works:

• Once you define the eligibility criteria for your Partner Program (e.g., Partner Type, Group, Region, etc.), the system performs a check.
• By clicking the Cross Program Check button, you can view a list of partners who meet the eligibility criteria but are already enrolled in other active programs.
  
  

Key benefits:

• Prevents overlap and redundancy in partner assignments.
• Helps you better manage program exclusivity and partner participation.
• Provides a clear view of partner allocation across programs.

This feature ensures streamlined management and avoids potential conflicts between Partner Programs.

Tiers for performance

Set performance-based tiers to incentivize partners. Based on performance, each tier will be upgraded to the next tier automatically and the calculation frequency is 24 hours. The downgrade would not happen automatically unless the provider does it manually.

• Tiers: Assign benchmarks and thresholds for each tier. You can select from existing tiers or create new ones to align with your program’s goals.

Tier setup

1. Select or add a tier to display the predefined table below.

2. Note that the table’s content and titles cannot be added, removed, or edited.

3. To remove a tier, click the three-line menu next to the title.
   
   

Example: Tier points calculation

Under the table titled “Update LMS Courses Completion Points for Test Tier”, the user can modify the following fields:

1. Condition: Select the desired operator from the dropdown menu.
2. Threshold Value: Enter the required value (numerical).
3. Points: Assign points based on the specified threshold value.

• Tiers: Silver, Gold, Platinum

• Total Points:

• Silver: 50 points

• Gold: 150 points (50 + 100)

• Platinum: 290 points (150 + 140)
  
  

Customizing Partner Program pages

This section provides tools to customize the presentation and layout of Partner Program pages, ensuring they align with the provider's branding and meet partners' expectations.

Partner Program overview page

• This is the main page where potential partners can learn about your program and decide to join.
• Action: Use the Customize option to edit the design and layout for branding and informational purposes.

Pages: General layout options for the page.

Sections: Editable areas such as the header and footer. (Note: Some fields require edits in HTML or CSS.)

Themes: Visual styles, including colors and typography.

Customizing and editing:

• Users can edit branding, layout, and content directly within the builder.

• For Page Sections, specific fields like the Header and Footer may require HTML or CSS customization.

• Once edits are made, clicking on Preview will display how the page will appear to end users. Further customization is possible after previewing.
  
  

Partner Application Submission Page

• This is the form partners will use to submit their information and apply to join your program.
• Action: Use the Customize option to design the application form and optimize the submission process.

Customize Feature

This page shares customization options similar to the Partner Program Overview Page, with slight variations.

Activate or Deactivate a Partner Program.

To manage the status of a Partner Program, a radio button is available for activation.

• Activate the Program: Select the radio button to activate the program, making it live and accessible in the Partner Directory. Partners can then view and participate in the program.
• Deactivate the Program: De-select the radio button to deactivate the program. This makes it temporarily unavailable to partners while keeping all data intact for future use or updates.

This simple toggle ensures easy control over when a program is visible to your partners.

Customize Pages

The Customize Pages section allows you to design and configure the layout and content of your Partner Program pages. It provides tools to personalize the appearance of the pages and manage their functionality to ensure they align with your brand and meet partner needs.

Sections Available

1. Partner Program overview page

• Purpose: This page provides a summary of all available partner programs, making it easy for potential partners to explore their options.
• Customization options:
  • Choose from three pre-designed templates for the page layout.
  • Use the Edit button to access the Page Builder and make further customizations, such as branding and content updates.

2. Partner Application submission page

• Purpose: This page allows you to configure the application form for partners to join your program.
• Customization options: Adjust the form fields and layout in the Page Builder to streamline the application process.

Templates for Partner Program pages

When editing the Partner Program Overview Page, you can select from three pre-designed templates:

1. Review the templates and click the Use button to apply your preferred design.
2. Templates come with predefined layouts, enabling quick and easy customization.
3. The Preview functionality is available to help you verify the appearance and functionality of your customized page.

Preview Functionality

• Purpose: Ensure the overall appearance and functionality of your customized pages meet expectations.
• Steps to Preview:
  1. Make edits in the Page Builder.
  2. Click Preview to see the changes in real-time.
  3. Return to the Page Builder to make additional modifications if needed.

URL structure in Customize Pages vs. Program List

1. Customize Pages section:
   • Partner Program page URL:
     This is the main landing page URL for all partner programs (e.g., https://abc.channelboost.com/partner-program). It provides an overview of your entire Partner Program ecosystem.
   • General Application form URL:
     This is the URL for the application form page where partners apply to join your programs (e.g., https://abc.channelboost.com/partner-program/become-a-partner).
2. Program List Section:
   • Partner Program Overview Page URL:
     Each partner program has its own unique overview page URL that provides detailed information specific to that program.
   • Partner Application Submission Page URL:
     Similar to the General Application Form URL, this page is specific to an individual program's application form.

View Partner performance under assigned Partner Programs via Partner card

The Partner Program page is connected to the Partner card available under the My Partners page. Navigate the page as follows:

1. My Partners > Select the Partner Company

2. On the overview tab, scroll down to the Partner Programs Section.

3. Click on the Program Name to view detailed ranking and program information.
   
   

View Partner performance via Leaderboard

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