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ENTRY CHANNELS
Distributor, direct sales or a local entity?
A practical comparison of control, speed, investment and market learning.
8 min·Free educational resource
Compare first-year objectives
If the goal is demand validation, a flexible channel may be best. Serving major accounts or local manufacturing can require deeper commitment.
Balance control and speed
A local partner accelerates access but needs governance, incentives and performance data. Direct entry offers control while increasing execution load.
Set a review gate
Set metrics and a review date for qualified accounts, pilots, margin and sales cycle. Change channel based on evidence, not impression.
SOURCE STARTING POINTS
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