In Episode 41 of “The Trusted Advisor,” Josh Wintoniak of Auto-Star Compusystems Software, Hunter Allen of VAR Cervion Systems, and the RSPA’s Jim Roddy analyze the 2021 RSPA POS Channel KPI Study. Among the topics discussed are the rise – and sales struggles – of ISV/VAR hybrids, an expected increase in channel M&A activity, the continued shift to the as-a-Service recurring revenue business model, and why VARs and ISVs keep missing out on marketing opportunities.

To obtain your copy of the RSPA POS Channel KPI Study, follow this link: 2021 RSPA POS Channel KPI Study

For more information on RetailNOW, July 25-27 in Nashville, or to register for “Where The Industry Meets,” follow this link: www.GoRSPA.org/RetailNOW

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Jim Roddy is the Vice President of Marketing for the Retail Solutions Providers Association (RSPA). He has been active in the POS channel since 1998, including 11 years as the President of Business Solutions Magazine, six years as an RSPA board member, one term as RSPA Chairman of the Board, and several years as a business coach for VARs, ISVs, and MSPs. Jim is regularly requested to speak at industry conferences and he is author of The Walk-On Method To Career & Business Success and Hire Like You Just Beat Cancer. For more information, contact JRoddy@GoRSPA.org.