{"id":5196,"date":"2026-03-06T13:48:10","date_gmt":"2026-03-06T13:48:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.biworldwide.com\/ae\/?p=5196"},"modified":"2026-03-20T12:42:53","modified_gmt":"2026-03-20T12:42:53","slug":"why-simple-channel-incentive-programmes-perform-better","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.biworldwide.com\/ae\/our-work\/blog\/why-simple-channel-incentive-programmes-perform-better\/","title":{"rendered":"Why simple channel incentive programmes perform better"},"content":{"rendered":"<div class=\" has-content-align-left has-overlay has-overlay--light alignwide wp-block-biw-block-theme-hero\">\n\t<div class=\"biw-hero__grid\">\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"biw-hero__breadcrumbs\">\n\t\t\t\t<div id=\"breadcrumbs\" class=\"breadcrumb-nav__wrapper\"><span class=\"breadcrumb-nav\"><span><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biworldwide.com\/ae\/\">Home<\/a><\/span><\/span><\/div>\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"biw-hero__media has-dynamic-border-radius\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"biw-hero__overlay overlay-light\"><\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.biworldwide.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/01\/website-banners-2-1.png\" alt=\"Photograph of smiling BIW AE colleague with laptop representing the effectiveness of simple channel incentive programmes for operational excellence\" class=\"biw-hero__bg-image\" style=\"object-position: 71% 41%;\">\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t<div class=\"biw-hero__content\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t<h1 class=\"biw-hero__title\" style=\"line-height: 1.2\">\n\t\t\t\tWhy simple channel incentive programmes perform better\t\t\t<\/h1>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<h2 class=\"biw-hero__subtitle\">\n\t\t\t\t\tHow does operational excellence drive channel incentive engagement, and what can you do to create a simple, intuitive structure your channel partners will use.\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"biw-hero__text\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-button is-style-fill\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"#\">Let&#8217;s Talk<\/a><\/div>\n\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"biw-hero__experts\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"biw-hero__expert\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\tDeborah Watson\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<span class=\"biw-hero__expert-title\">, International Sales &amp; Channel Incentive Strategy Leader, BI WORLDWIDE EMEA<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<\/span>\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"#related-experts\" class=\"biw-hero__experts-link\">More about the author<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group alignwide has-global-padding is-layout-constrained wp-block-group-is-layout-constrained\">\n<p>Channel incentive programmes are often designed with good intentions but too much complexity. Layers of tiers, conditional rules, exceptions, multipliers, claims processes, and qualification criteria can make a programme look sophisticated, yet feel unusable to partners. They are often also rooted in what the brand believes is how the partner works or is driven.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>The reality is, when programmes become hard to understand or administer, participation drops long before the value is ever experienced. Partners gravitate toward vendors who make it easy to act, earn rewards, and understand progress.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>This article explores why over\u2011engineered programmes fail, how operational excellence drives engagement, and what you can do to create a simple, intuitive structure partners will use.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why complexity damages channel incentive engagement<\/h2>\n\n\n<div class=\" has-dynamic-border-radius has-image-size-cover has-image-radius-none wp-block-biw-block-theme-biw-card\">\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__content\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"biw-card__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>1) Cognitive load kills momentum<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__text\">\n\n<p>Partners already work with multiple vendors, each with its own portal, rules, reward logic, and processes. When your programme introduces:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>too many pathways to earn,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>unclear thresholds,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>multiple versions of rules,<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>or heavy admin requirements,<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>\u2026it forces partners to pause and interpret, and that pause often becomes avoidance.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Design suggestion:<\/strong> If the programme does not feel \u2018made for them\u2019 the partners disengage and find it too complicated. Our opportunity is to create simplicity through understanding their needs first.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\" has-dynamic-border-radius has-image-size-cover has-image-radius-none wp-block-biw-block-theme-biw-card\">\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__content\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"biw-card__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>2) Confusing qualification rules reduce trust<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__text\">\n\n<p>Overly detailed rules and exceptions (e.g., X% uplift only applies if Y tier is met and Z product family is bundled) lead to confusion, disputes, and hesitancy.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Symptoms of poor clarity include:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2018I didn\u2019t know that didn\u2019t count.\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2018I wasn\u2019t aware that rule applied.\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2018I didn\u2019t bother claiming; it was too much effort.\u2019<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Misunderstanding becomes mistrust.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Design suggestion:<\/strong> Clear, consistent rules protect confidence.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\" has-dynamic-border-radius has-image-size-cover has-image-radius-none wp-block-biw-block-theme-biw-card\">\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__content\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"biw-card__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>3) Complex processes break operational excellence<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__text\">\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.biworldwide.com\/ae\/our-work\/blog\/how-to-create-frictionless-channel-incentive-programmes\/\">Research shows<\/a> that operational excellence &#8211; being genuinely easy to do business with &#8211; is the number one driver of partner engagement. When claims are lengthy, validation requires multiple approvals, or manual steps dominate, partners quickly disengage.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>Ask yourself:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>How many clicks does it take to submit a claim?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How long does validation take and is it subjective?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Do partners need the same information twice?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Is proof format flexible or rigid?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Are we asking for data we already have?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Every unnecessary step is a friction point.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\" has-dynamic-border-radius has-image-size-cover has-image-radius-none wp-block-biw-block-theme-biw-card\">\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__content\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"biw-card__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>4) Complex programmes slow internal teams too<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__text\">\n\n<p>The cost of complexity doesn\u2019t just impact partners, they can lead to programme managers spending more time:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>fielding enquiries<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>resolving claim disputes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>fixing errors<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>clarifying rules<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>updating documentation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>This reduces focus on strategy, optimisation, and partner relationships.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Design suggestion:<\/strong> Simplicity, automation and targeted, efficient outside support frees your teams to add value, not administer complexity.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:50px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Why simplicity wins<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>At BI WORLDWIDE, our research and global channel experience show that simplicity strengthens motivation because it supports key behavioural drivers:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-acc8bb78 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\"><div class=\" has-dynamic-border-radius has-image-size-cover has-image-radius-none wp-block-biw-block-theme-biw-card\">\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__content\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"biw-card__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>1. Ease of choice<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__text\">\n\n<p>When the path to reward is obvious, partners act faster.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\" has-dynamic-border-radius has-image-size-cover has-image-radius-none wp-block-biw-block-theme-biw-card\">\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__content\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"biw-card__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>2. Reduced friction<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__text\">\n\n<p>People naturally avoid processes that require perceived additional effort, administration, or ambiguity.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\" has-dynamic-border-radius has-image-size-cover has-image-radius-none wp-block-biw-block-theme-biw-card\">\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__content\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"biw-card__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>3. Fast feedback loops<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__text\">\n\n<p>Clear rules and processes lead to quicker, more rewarding incentive experiences. People who feel the dopamine hit of reward and recognition thrive.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\" has-dynamic-border-radius has-image-size-cover has-image-radius-none wp-block-biw-block-theme-biw-card\">\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__content\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"biw-card__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>4. Higher perceived fairness<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__text\">\n\n<p>Simplicity creates transparency and partners know exactly what counts.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p>Operational excellence is not about removing sophistication. It\u2019s about removing unnecessary effort.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">The signs your programme is too complex<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You might be dealing with an over\u2011engineered design if:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Participation rates are low despite generous rewards<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Partners say, \u2018I didn\u2019t know how to qualify\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Claims are consistently incomplete or inaccurate<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Product\/segment exceptions cause frequent confusion<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Programme FAQs keep growing<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Sales teams avoid promoting it<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Partners prefer simpler competitor programmes<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Internal admin dominates your team\u2019s time<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-28f84493 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<figure class=\"wp-block-image size-large  has-dynamic-border-radius\"><img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.biworldwide.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/02\/Your-paragraph-text-1-1024x1024.png\" alt=\"A stylised illustration of a person in a maze representing channel incentive complexity\" class=\"wp-image-8836\" style=\"aspect-ratio:1;object-fit:cover\" \/><\/figure>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\" style=\"flex-basis:50%\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A simple structure is not a simple programme<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>There\u2019s a difference between <strong>simple mechanics<\/strong> and <strong>simple strategy<\/strong>. A straight forward user experience can sit on top of a highly intelligent design.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example:<\/strong><br>Behind a single \u2018Earn points for driving adoption\u2019 mechanic could be a data model that awards more points for:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>High potential accounts<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>multi\u2011role touchpoints<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>certification completion within the team<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Partners don\u2019t need to see the algorithm, only the pathway.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Design suggestion:<\/strong> Hide the complexity. Surface the clarity.<\/p>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\">A practical framework on how to design simplicity<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Use this five-step approach to deliver a frictionless participant experience.<\/p>\n\n\n<div class=\" has-dynamic-border-radius has-image-size-cover has-image-radius-none wp-block-biw-block-theme-biw-card\">\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__content\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"biw-card__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>1) Define one clear success path<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__text\">\n\n<p>Your programme should answer:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>What should partners do?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Why should they do it?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How do they earn?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>How do they progress?<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>What do they get?<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If you can\u2019t explain this on a single slide, it\u2019s too complicated.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\" has-dynamic-border-radius has-image-size-cover has-image-radius-none wp-block-biw-block-theme-biw-card\">\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__content\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"biw-card__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>2) Limit the disconnect between metrics<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__text\">\n\n<p>Aim for a<strong> north star objective<\/strong> and make sure the programme metrics all point to that.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Example &#8211; Capability development<\/strong><br><strong>Objective:<\/strong> Build partner expertise<br><strong>Supporting metric:<\/strong> Points for completing certifications<br><strong>Supporting metric:<\/strong> Bonus for achieving skill milestones<br><strong>Supporting metric:<\/strong> Recognition for fastest learners<br><\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\" has-dynamic-border-radius has-image-size-cover has-image-radius-none wp-block-biw-block-theme-biw-card\">\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__content\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"biw-card__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>3) Use plain language<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__text\">\n\n<p>Replace:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2018Behaviour based performance multipliers\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2018Qualifying transactional criteria\u2019<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>With:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2018Earn more when you complete this.\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2018Here\u2019s what counts.\u2019<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>If the vocabulary is complex, the programme will be too. This is even more important if you are operating in multiple languages and cultures.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\" has-dynamic-border-radius has-image-size-cover has-image-radius-none wp-block-biw-block-theme-biw-card\">\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__content\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"biw-card__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>4) Minimise administration and validation processes<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__text\">\n\n<p>Reduce or eliminate:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>proof uploads<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>multi\u2011step approvals<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>manual claims<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>duplicated data entry<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>long waiting periods for validation<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Where possible, integrate with your sales and partner management and training systems, automate using AI and let process handle the proof, not people.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<div class=\" has-dynamic-border-radius has-image-size-cover has-image-radius-none wp-block-biw-block-theme-biw-card\">\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__content\">\n\t\t<h3 class=\"biw-card__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<strong>5) Pre-test with partners before launch<\/strong>\t\t\t\t\t<\/h3>\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__text\">\n\n<p>Pre-testing and benchmarking is a critical part of incentive design. Using a mix of target audience as a base:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>mature partners<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>new partners<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>specialists<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>mid\u2011volume sellers<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>pre\u2011sales roles<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Ask them:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>\u2018What do you think the programme wants you to do?\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2018How would you earn?\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2018What\u2019s unclear?\u2019<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>\u2018What\u2019s unnecessary?\u2019<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Your partners will tell you if it\u2019s too complex in the first 10 minutes.<\/p>\n\n<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\t<\/div>\n\n\n<div style=\"height:48px\" aria-hidden=\"true\" class=\"wp-block-spacer\"><\/div>\n\n\n\n<hr class=\"wp-block-separator has-alpha-channel-opacity\" \/>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Make it easy to win, and partners will win with you<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>When the path is simple, engagement follows naturally.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Explore the full blog series<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Dive into the full blog series to see the most common channel incentive design pitfalls and how to avoid them with simplicity, clarity, and partner\u2011focused design:<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-group is-layout-grid wp-container-core-group-is-layout-acc8bb78 wp-block-group-is-layout-grid\"><div style=\"--aspectRatio: 16\/9;\" class=\" has-dynamic-border-radius biw-card__media-type-image has-image-border-radius has-link has-image-size-cover wp-block-biw-block-theme-biw-media-card has-text-align-center\">\n\t\t\t<figure class=\"biw-card__media-wrapper\" data-alignment=\"center center\">\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.biworldwide.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/01\/website-banners-4-1.png\" alt=\"A woman with curly hair, wearing a yellow top, smiles while working on a laptop at a desk. There is a glass of beverage beside her, and the background has colorful geometric shapes and a modern office setting.\" class=\"biw-card__image\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%;\">\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__content\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"biw-card__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.biworldwide.com\/ae\/our-work\/blog\/why-insight-must-lead-channel-incentive-programme-design\/\" >\n\t\t\t\t<strong>Why insight must lead channel incentive programme design<\/strong>\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__text\"><p>Build channel incentives on evidence, not assumptions. Learn how insight, segmentation and fit drive partner engagement, performance and loyalty<br><strong>\u00a0<\/strong><\/p><\/div>\n\t\t\t<\/div>\n\t\t\t<span class=\"biw-card__cta\">Learn More<\/span>\n\t<\/div>\n\n<div style=\"--aspectRatio: 16\/9;\" class=\" has-dynamic-border-radius biw-card__media-type-image has-image-border-radius has-link has-image-size-cover wp-block-biw-block-theme-biw-media-card has-text-align-center\">\n\t\t\t<figure class=\"biw-card__media-wrapper\" data-alignment=\"center center\">\n\t\t\t<img decoding=\"async\" src=\"https:\/\/www.biworldwide.com\/uk\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/16\/2026\/01\/website-banners-5.png\" alt=\"A woman wearing a yellow sweater smiles while holding a mug and looking at her laptop in a modern, bright workspace with plants and flowers on the table.\" class=\"biw-card__image\" style=\"object-position:50% 50%;\">\t\t<\/figure>\n\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__content\">\n\t\t<h2 class=\"biw-card__title\">\n\t\t\t\t\t\t\t<a href=\"https:\/\/www.biworldwide.com\/ae\/our-work\/blog\/why-you-should-reward-more-than-the-sale-in-channel-incentives\/\" >\n\t\t\t\t<strong><strong>Why you should reward more than the sale in channel incentives<\/strong><\/strong>\t\t\t\t<\/a>\n\t\t\t\t\t<\/h2>\n\t\t\t\t\t<div class=\"biw-card__text\"><p>Transactional incentives limit impact. 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