CHANNEL PARTNERSHIPS
FluentStream | January 31, 2023
The fastest-growing unified communications-as-a-service (UCaaS) platform, FluentStream recently announced a strategic partnership with Maryland-based leading communications provider SkyComm Connect. As FluentStream’s channel partner SkyComm, will enable its customers to upgrade to FluentStream’s advanced UC platform in the coming months.
FluentStream’s customizable communication platform offers 100+ features, which include cloud-based calling, remote system administration and analytics, and the capability to integrate with widely used software tools such as Salesforce, which allows the company’s customers to thrive from any device or location.
FluentStream’s services are easy to use and managed from a convenient web portal that empowers customers to set their preferences and enable services. Flexibility and control allow customers to customize their communication services according to the needs of their employees and their businesses.
Joe Bauer, CEO SkyComm Connect, said, “As technology and infrastructure demands continue to evolve, we wanted to ensure our customers have access to the most advanced business communication services available, and FluentStream exceeded our expectations.” He also said, “FluentStream’s offering, along with its 24/7, US-based customer support is ideal for our customers. In fact, we were so impressed with its alignment with the small and midsize business community that we have also become a channel partner.”
(Source: Business Wire)
About FluentStream
A cloud communications company FluentStream was founded in 2007 and based in Denver (Colorado) and is recognized by Inc. 5000 as one of the fastest growing software companies. It has helped small-sized businesses to automate and simplify communication with their customers. The company enables sales, service, and other professionals to deliver a unique customer experience from any device or location. Additionally, it powers video conferencing, screen sharing, messaging, fax, and other business communication channels.
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CONTENT MARKETING
Amagi Media Labs | January 20, 2023
On January 19, 2023, Amagi, a global leader in cloud-based SaaS technology for connected TV and broadcast, announced that Plex, the free global streaming media platform, has become a platform partner in its end-to-end content marketplace.
Plex is the leading Free Ad-Supported Streaming TV (FAST) platform in the United States. This platform offers its viewers premium content across genres such as movies, hit TV series, entertainment shows, news, documentaries, music, and more. As a platform partner, Plex gains access to AVOD libraries and an extensive network of 2,000+ FAST channels from the world's leading content brands.
Shawn Eldridge, vice president of business development and content at Plex, said, "Amagi is an important partner to Plex with our goal to distribute the highest quality TV channels for audiences everywhere." He added, "The partnership opens up new opportunities for audience expansion and revenue growth while offering our viewers an even greater selection of premium content."
(Source- PRNewswire)
Amagi offers channel-building, distribution, and monetization options. Amagi partners with A+E Networks UK, ABS-CBN, Curiosity Stream, beIN Sports, Fox Networks, Discovery Networks, Fremantle, NBCUniversal, Gusto TV, Tastemade, Tegna, USA Today, Vice Media, and Warner Media.
About Plex
Plex is the largest entertainment platform streaming music, TV, and movies. It simplifies streaming movie and TV show discovery and playback. It is the first and only streaming service to offer free, ad-supported movies, TV series, and live TV lets you quickly search through any title ever made and create a personalized watchlist for all the content to watch, no matter where it is streamed. Plex has collaborated with Discovery, Warner Brothers, Paramount, NBC Universal, AMC, A+E, BBC, Hallmark Media, Lionsgate, E.W. Scripps, A24, Relativity, Hearst, and Crackle. Plex offers the most relevant content to all its customers by providing a window into all streaming services and a user's media library.
About Amagi Media Labs
Amagi Next-generation media technology company Amagi provides cloud broadcast and targeted advertising solutions to broadcast and streaming TV platforms. It helps content owners launch, distribute, and monetize live, linear channels across free ad-supported streaming TV and video platforms. 24x7 cloud-managed services from the company simplify, automate, and streamline broadcast operations. It supports 700+ content companies, 800+ playout chains, and 2100+ channel deliveries in 40+ countries. The company has offices in New York, Los Angeles, Toronto, London, Paris, Melbourne, Seoul, and Singapore. In India, the office is in New Delhi for broadcasting and Bangalore for innovation.
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MARKETING STRATEGY, MARKETING DATA
AppDirect | January 17, 2023
AppDirect, the world's leading commercial platform for B2B subscriptions, recently announced its selection as StrataCore's exclusive partner.
StrataCore is a leading technology advisor specializing in cloud, security, connectivity, and data services. This partnership will support the company's future growth.
StrataCore chose AppDirect as its strategic partner based on the marketplace's extensive catalog of telecom, SaaS, energy, and other products available to advisors from more than 600 providers. In addition, the providers are all backed by industry-leading integration and back-office support. As a result, StrataCore can significantly expand its client offerings and enhance the client's experience.
StrataCore will use AppDirect's newly-launched account management service. Additionally, the company partnered through AppDirect with the AppDirect Capital Invest program to diversify its business, stimulate growth through upfront capital, and retain advisor ownership and control of the enterprise.
"We're thrilled that StrataCore is partnering with us to power their business transformation trajectory. AppDirect offers a unique and unparalleled combination of benefits for advisors, and we're delighted that StrataCore will leverage our Invest program as a vehicle to solve some of their toughest business problems. The innovation, growth, and diverse portfolio resulting from this partnership will enable StrataCore to serve its clients even better," said Renee Bergeron, Chief Operating Officer at AppDirect."
(Source: Business Wire)
About AppDirect
AppDirect is a leading subscription commerce provider founded in 2009 in San Francisco (California). The company offers a commerce platform that facilitates the creation of a recurring business model. It has streamlined its services to sell products through any channel on any device. AppDirect also powers AppSmart, a B2B technology platform and ecosystem connecting technology buyers with expert advisors to simplify the sale, purchase, and administration of telecommunications, cloud, and other crucial business services. AppDirect is used by many well-known companies, including Microsoft, Google, Comcast, Deutsche Telekom, Jaguar Land Rover, ADP, and many more.
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