Martech
Marigold | September 22, 2023
Marigold has introduced the industry's most extensive Relationship Marketing solution. This solution is strategically designed to assist marketers in achieving hyper-personalization on a large scale, all the while effectively addressing the intricate and continually evolving challenges related to privacy and deliverability.
Desta Price, Chief Product Officer of Marigold, remarked,
"Relationship Marketing is a long-term strategy focused on the customer relationship over time, not on a single touchpoint, campaign or transaction."
[Source – Globe Newswire]
The new solution will integrate top-notch email marketing, omnichannel marketing, SMS messaging, and loyalty technology with a comprehensive suite of features, including zero-party data, robust management of permissions and preferences, and dynamic personalization tools. These combined elements are intended to aid brands and businesses in establishing and nurturing trustworthy, enduring relationships with their customers in an expedited manner.
Desta Price added that this announcement, which sets the stage for a new era of customer engagement and brand success, will give marketers access to messaging and loyalty program data, enabling them to deliver essential use cases. She further stated that the new solution will also equip marketers to establish more significant real-time customer connections throughout the entire customer lifecycle.
Wellford Dillard, CEO of Marigold, highlighted the announcement's importance as a significant milestone in Marigold's commitment to offering clients a comprehensive view of their customers within the full spectrum of Relationship Marketing. This expanded perspective enables clients to orchestrate data-rich engagement initiatives within a unified solution, leveraging Marigold's extensive martech heritage and expertise. He emphasized that Marigold is again taking the lead, assisting marketers in achieving more while providing brands with a more intelligent approach to securing additional business, fostering customer trust, and future-proofing growth strategies.
Marigold's Relationship Marketing solution offers real-time visibility across the customer lifecycle, from acquisition to loyalty. It allows marketers to access and utilize customer data across Marigold and third-party applications. With a flexible architecture, users can tailor it to their needs. Including zero-party data and personalization tools enhances non-Marigold martech investments, simplifying audience building, personalized content delivery, and loyalty cultivation.
About Marigold
Marigold stands as a prominent global leader in the field of marketing technology, specializing in the provision of relationship marketing solutions. These solutions have been instrumental in assisting more than 40,000 brands and organizations across the globe in discovering their customer base, fostering deeper connections, and ultimately transforming them into devoted advocates. Marigold's product portfolio comprises tailored martech, email, and loyalty solutions: Marigold Grow, Marigold Engage, and Marigold Loyalty. These offerings cater to the entirety of the customer lifecycle, facilitating the establishment of enduring relationships, cultivating loyalty, and expanding business enterprises.
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CrowdStrike | September 25, 2023
CrowdStrike Honors Exceptional Partners at 2023 Global Partner Awards: The prestigious awards recognize partners' outstanding contributions in providing cybersecurity solutions using the CrowdStrike Falcon platform.
AWS and CDW Among Top Honorees: Amazon Web Services (AWS) secures Global Partner of the Year and Ecosystem Partner of the Year titles, while CDW earns Global Solution Provider of the Year.
Partners like Cribl, Zscaler, Abnormal Security, Softcat, and Sekuro are praised for their innovation and commitment to advancing cybersecurity solutions.
CrowdStrike unveiled the recipients of its 2023 Global Partner Awards at Fal.Con 2023, a prestigious event held annually and a cybersecurity gathering. These awards serve as a testament to the unwavering commitment of CrowdStrike's partners in providing exceptional solutions and services, leveraging the advanced CrowdStrike Falcon platform to combat the relentless and sophisticated adversaries that define today's cyber landscape.
The 2023 Global Partner Awards recognized exemplary partners in various categories, highlighting their outstanding contributions to CrowdStrike's mission. Amazon Web Services (AWS) earned the prestigious titles of Global Partner of the Year and Ecosystem Partner of the Year, underscoring their deep integration with CrowdStrike's Falcon platform, enhancing cloud security through collaborations on AWS native services. CDW received the distinction of Global Solution Provider of the Year, showcasing its dedicated focus on expanding the adoption of the CrowdStrike Falcon platform. Deloitte's commitment to incorporating the Falcon Platform into their consulting services earned them the Global Engagement License Program Partner of the Year title. EY's substantial contributions, including training practitioners on Falcon LogScale, resulted in their recognition as Global System Integrator of the Year.
Additionally, the impressive growth and seamless integration of the eSentire MDR platform led to eSentire being named Global MSSP Partner of the Year. Cribl's outstanding efforts in driving interoperability and eliminating data silos secured its title as Ecosystem Innovator of the Year. Zscaler's commitment to joint innovation and proactive engagement made them the Ecosystem GTM Partner of the Year. Abnormal Security's exceptional partnership launch efforts earned them the Ecosystem Fast Start Partner of the Year title. In the EMEA region, Softcat was honored as Partner of the Year, demonstrating rapid growth and extensive enablement. Sekuro, named APJ Partner of the Year, achieved remarkable results, exceeding their plan by over 500% and showcasing their early adoption of Falcon Cloud Security. These awards reflect the dedication and achievements of these partners in advancing CrowdStrike's cybersecurity solutions.
These distinguished award winners have been chosen through an evaluation process that recognized their dedication to cutting-edge solutions and forward-thinking cybersecurity strategies. CrowdStrike continues to provide unwavering support and exclusive access to its partners via the CrowdStrike Accelerate Partner Program. This elite network empowers partners with the necessary tools, intelligence, and security expertise to effectively counter the evolving threats posed by advanced cyber adversaries, solidifying CrowdStrike's commitment to fostering innovation and excellence in the cybersecurity landscape.
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SonicWall | September 25, 2023
SonicWall, a leading cybersecurity solutions provider, has unveiled its updated SecureFirst Partner Program, catering to existing and prospective North American customers. This initiative stems from SonicWall's commitment to actively engage with its partner community, actively listening to their needs and implementing suggested improvements. The upgraded program strongly emphasizes addressing the primary concerns of Managed Service Providers (MSPs) and Managed Security Service Providers (MSSPs), offering comprehensive benefits.
The new SecureFirst Partner Program from SonicWall focuses on key areas critical to partners' success in the cybersecurity landscape. First, it simplifies the onboarding process, allowing partners to swiftly access SonicWall's partner benefits without the need for extensive training or complex business planning commitments. This flexibility extends to procurement options, with SonicWall introducing new choices that align with partner and customer requirements. These options include prepaid subscriptions at discounted rates and a no-commitment monthly service provider model. Additionally, SonicWall recognizes the importance of robust technical support and ensures personalized assistance by providing direct access to level 2 or tier 3 agents.
The program introduces two distinct tiered tracks to accommodate varying business sizes and objectives: Velocity and Mastery. Velocity suits partners with minimal requirements, while Mastery partners gain access to all incentives, resources, and benefits. Additionally, SonicWall supports partners' customer acquisition efforts by offering aggressive discount levels for all tiers, equipping partners with a competitive edge in pursuing new business opportunities. As part of this program, partners gain exclusive access to SonicWall University, an invaluable resource for flexible training options, including product-specific courseware, specializations, and industry-recognized certifications, ensuring they are well-equipped to promote, sell, and deploy the SonicWall portfolio effectively.
In addition to launching the enhanced SecureFirst Partner Program, SonicWall has been proactive in fortifying its position in cybersecurity. The company has reinforced its executive leadership team and introduced compelling incentives with the updated global partner program. Existing partners are encouraged to engage with their dedicated account management teams to gain insights into the program's enhancements and determine the optimal path to cultivate their businesses further. SonicWall remains committed to empowering its partner community and fortifying its capabilities for sustained growth and innovation in the dynamic cybersecurity landscape.
About SonicWall
SonicWall, a leader in delivering cutting-edge cybersecurity solutions tailored for the hyper-distributed era, where remote work, mobility, and security are paramount. SonicWall is a steadfast guardian in an ever-evolving work landscape characterized by ubiquitous remote access and cloud-enabled workforces, providing comprehensive protection against the most sophisticated and elusive cyber threats. The company's unwavering commitment to fortifying organizations is evident in its ability to thwart cyberattacks across diverse exposure points, even in the face of evolving challenges. SonicWall bridges the gap in cybersecurity readiness for enterprises, government entities, and small to medium-sized businesses (SMBs) worldwide with a keen focus on unraveling the unknown, delivering real-time visibility, and facilitating cost-effective cybersecurity solutions.
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