Partner Marketing Automation Platform Investment On The Rise

Partner Marketing Automation Platform Investment On The Rise

Forrester Blogs
Forrester BlogsFeb 17, 2026

Why It Matters

As B2B growth increasingly depends on partner ecosystems, mastering scalable automation is critical to turning partner relationships into revenue engines. Understanding the surge in PMAP adoption and AI‑driven enhancements equips marketers with the tools to overcome execution bottlenecks and stay competitive in a rapidly evolving market.

Summary

The episode highlights a sharp rise in investment in Partner Marketing Automation Platforms (PMAPs), with 75% of decision‑makers planning to increase tech spend and nearly 60% of non‑users set to adopt a platform within a year. It explains how PMAPs help B2B firms scale partner enablement, engagement, and demand generation despite resource constraints and low partner marketing maturity. The discussion also underscores AI’s growing role in enhancing PMAP functionality, driving higher ROI and future innovation. Listeners are invited to share their PMAP experiences to inform an upcoming landscape report.

Partner Marketing Automation Platform Investment On The Rise

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