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In today’s climate of rapid shifts—economic, technological, and geopolitical—one of the most strategic decisions a tech company can make is whether to evolve its go-to-market (GTM) model.
The temptation is often to stay the course. But the reality?
What got you here may not get you there.
Knowing when to reassess your GTM approach is just as important as how you execute the change.
Here are a few signs it might be time to take a closer look →
– Your segment is maturing.
The market that once felt wide open now feels crowded. Customer acquisition gets harder, competitors feel more interchangeable, and revenue growth plateaus.
– Sales productivity isn’t improving.
If ramp times are long and the cost of sale is rising without better velocity or deal size, you may be outgrowing your GTM structure.
– International expansion isn’t sticking.
What worked in North America doesn’t replicate easily. Local access, culture, and compliance start to matter more.
– Buyers are shifting.
The modern buyer journey is hybrid—expecting digital discovery, personalisation, and localised experience.
Recognising these patterns early is key to scaling.
If any of this sounds familiar, let’s connect.
At @MarketStar, we help tech companies rethink, reshape, and scale GTM strategies globally.
Revisiting the Direct vs. Channel Equation
A direct-only model can give you control and speed in the early stages—but it’s rarely scalable on its own.
At a certain point, most companies start to weigh the value of bringing in channel partners, system integrators, or broader ecosystems.
When done right, a partner-led or hybrid GTM approach can:
→ Reduce customer acquisition costs
→ Extend your market reach
→ Provide local insight that accelerates trust
But this kind of shift isn’t a quick fix. It takes real intentionality—
✔ Aligned incentives
✔ Onboarding processes
✔ Enablement support
✔ Clarity around who owns what
This isn’t a pivot—it’s a progression.
The best companies evolve their GTM model as the market shifts, and that evolution becomes a lever for driving new growth.
If you’re starting to wonder whether it’s time to reassess your GTM—or exploring how to scale more efficiently into new segments or geographies—I’d be happy to connect.
At @MarketStar, we help tech companies at every stage of maturity design and deliver GTM models that scale globally, blending direct and partner-led strategies where they create the most value.