Lexmark Partner Channel - a Dynamic Analysis by compuBase

Lexmark, founded in 1991, emerged as a spin-off from IBM's printer, typewriter, and keyboard manufacturing division. Initially, Lexmark focused on producing inkjet and laser printers for IBM before expanding into the global market under its brand. Their transition from IBM allowed them to innovate and develop new printing technologies.

The channel, or distribution network, has been crucial for Lexmark. Given the competitive nature of the printing industry, effective channel strategies enabled Lexmark to reach a broad customer base, ranging from individual consumers to large enterprises. They utilized a mix of direct sales, online sales, and partnerships with retailers and resellers. This diversified approach helped Lexmark cater to various market segments and geographical regions, particularly important for a company with a global presence like Lexmark.

Channels also played a key role in Lexmark's shift towards more service-oriented offerings, like managed print services (MPS) and enterprise content management solutions. By leveraging channel partners' local knowledge and relationships, Lexmark could better understand and meet the unique needs of different markets and customers.

Overall, Lexmark's channel strategy significantly contributed to its global expansion, customer reach, and ability to adapt to changing market dynamics in the printing and digital solutions industry.


Foreword

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Lexmark, primarily known for its focus on imaging and printing solutions, undertakes a variety of key activities: Manufacturing and Selling Printers: Lexmark produces a range of printers, including inkjet, laser, and all-in-one printers, catering to both individual consumers and business clients. Managed Print Services (MPS): They offer comprehensive MPS, helping businesses optimize their printing infrastructure, manage costs, and improve efficiency in document processing and workflow. Software Solutions: Lexmark develops software for enterprise content management, document workflow solutions, and printer fleet management, enhancing the functionality of its hardware products. Supplies and Accessories: The company manufactures and sells consumables like toner cartridges, ink cartridges, and other printer-related supplies. Customer Support and Services: Lexmark provides extensive customer support and professional services, including installation, maintenance, and repair services for its products. Most of these activities requires the support of a large indirect channel. 

Lexmark's strategy with indirect partners focuses on remaining committed to imaging technology and enhancing its presence in the SMB market through Managed Print Services (MPS). They aim to support partners by providing imaging hardware for new business opportunities and offering enterprise MPS tools and cloud services. This approach includes improving device reliability, ease of use, serviceability, remote print management, and predictive analytics tools, helping partners to more effectively serve their customers and improve profitability.

Clients Total number of Lexmark partners in the compuBase database:


Definition of a Lexmark Partner

Any qualified partner:
 
Reselling, integrating, or supporting regularly Lexmark products  and MPS solutions such as Inkjet printers / inkjet all in one printers resel. Office A4 laser printers or A4 Multi Function Printer resel. Office A3/A4 laser printers or A3/A4 Multi Function Printer resel. Photocopier or Multifunction copier ( MFC) resel. Dot Matrix printer resel. Or with one of the following accreditations / Certifications (some name may have changed) Lexmark Business Solutions Partners Lexmark Commercial Partners

Volume of partners for Lexmark solutions 1 E 1 brands/Lexmark_All.sel 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 STATS_PRC_REF_TOTAL_COLUMN STATS_VAR_FIRST_PERCENT STATS_TOTAL_PRC_NONE STATS_PRC_FORMAT_DEC_2_PRC 21030 North America 0 18545 Latin America 0 21289 DACH 0 21309 UKI 0 2794 France 0 21291 BeNeLux 0 21299 Iberian Peninsula (ES,PT) 0 2798 Italy 0 21290 Nordics 0 21781 Central and Eastern Regions 0 17189 Other Europe 0 18096 Middle East 0 18542 Africa 0 21031 Australia and New Zealand 0 17965 Singapore 0 1170 Inkjet printers / inkjet all in one printers resel. 0 21551 Office A4 laser printers or A4 Multi Function Printer resel. 0 1334 Office A3/A4 laser printers or A3/A4 Multi Function Printer resel. 0 1154 Photocopier or Multifunction copier ( MFC) resel. 0 21312 Dot Matrix printer resel. 0

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Main business model of IT Partners working with Lexmark 1 E 1 Lexmark_All.sel 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 STATS_PRC_REF_TOTAL_COLUMN STATS_VAR_FIRST_PERCENT STATS_TOTAL_PRC_NONE STATS_PRC_FORMAT_DEC_2_PRC 21030 North America 0 18545 Latin America 0 21289 DACH 0 21309 UKI 0 2794 France 0 21291 BeNeLux 0 21299 Iberian Peninsula (ES,PT) 0 2798 Italy 0 21290 Nordics 0 21781 Central and Eastern Regions 0 17189 Other Europe 0 18096 Middle East 0 18542 Africa 0 21031 Australia and New Zealand 0 17965 Singapore 0 16000 Manufacturer 0 15990 Software publisher (ISV) 0 15989 Software publisher specific to a trade or profession (ISV) 0 15988 Software publisher for a specific company process (ISV) 0 15993 Software solutions or services integrator (developed by third parties) 0 15995 IT services, Managed Services (hosting, managed services, integration, maintenance, custom software development, etc.) 0 15996 Telecom services (Telecom operator, ISP...) 0 15991 Telecom & network infrastructure integrator 0 15992 IT infrastructure integrator 0 15994 Consulting 0 15999 Reselling to individuals 0 15998 Reselling to enterprises (hardware, software & services) 0 15997 Wholesaler (resale of IT and Telecom Product and Solutions to resellers) 0 19130 Web agency 0 16002 Other activities dedicated to the ICT sector (Training, finance, press, association, fair, etc.) 0 16240 Main activity non-qualified 0

Lexmark's partners by size ranges 1 E 1 0 0 0 brands/Lexmark_all.sel 1 1 0 0 1 1 1 STATS_PRC_REF_TOTAL_COLUMN STATS_VAR_FIRST_PERCENT STATS_TOTAL_PRC_TOTAL 0.33 0.04 STATS_AXIS_AUTO CELL_VECTOR_TOTAL 21030 North America 0 18545 Latin America 0 21024 Europe 0 18096 Middle East 0 18542 Africa 0 21031 Australia and New Zealand (new) 0 2665 Unknown number of employees 0 2666 1 person 0 2667 2 to 4 persons 0 2668 5 to 9 persons 0 2669 10 to 24 persons 0 2670 25 to 49 persons 0 2671 50 to 99 persons 0 4329 100 to 249 persons 0 2672 250 to 499 persons 0 22365 500 to 2499 persons 0 17103 more than 2500 persons 0

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Lexmark partners are also reselling / integrating other brands who are those brands? 1 E 1 brands/lexmark_all.sel 0 0 0 1 1 0 0 0 0 1 STATS_PRC_REF_TOTAL_COLUMN STATS_VAR_FIRST_PERCENT STATS_TOTAL_PRC_NONE STATS_PRC_FORMAT_DEC_2_PRC 21030 North America 0 18545 Latin America 0 21024 Europe 0 18096 Middle East 0 18542 Africa 0 21031 Australia and New Zealand (new) 0 19283 HP Inc 0 19279 Epson 0 19273 Canon 0 19293 Microsoft 0 19308 Samsung 0 19289 Lenovo 0 19271 Brother 0 19268 Acer 0 21887 HPE 0 19280 Fujitsu 0 19315 Toshiba 0 19276 Dell 0 19284 IBM 0 19312 Sony 0 20971 LG 0