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A sustained approach to affiliate marketing

By Mandie Satterfield, Director of Client Services APAC, for Partnerize | Monday, September 8, 2025, 11:08 AM Asia/Singapore

A sustained approach to affiliate marketing

Some challenges and considerations for marketers navigating the affiliate landscape and looking to develop full-funnel affiliate strategies.

The affiliate marketing landscape is continuing to mature, and marketers, especially those new to the channel, need to stay ahead of constant changes to ensure their strategies remain effective.

Over the past year, it’s also worth noting that we’ve seen significant shifts in the growing importance of software and services working together to benefit marketers who may not specialize in affiliate. So, getting in now, getting adept, and building for the longer term may be the move.

Fortunately, one of the emerging developments in the space that benefits those playing in it is the integration of software and services by those providing them. While software brings the tools needed to manage affiliate programs, services offer steady strategic support to make these tools effective over time.

Combining these two elements is crucial, particularly for teams needing more specialized knowledge to navigate the complexities of affiliate marketing. This synergy helps marketers optimize their efforts, ensuring they can focus on broader strategic objectives rather than getting bogged down in technical details.

Learning curve
The learning curve is extreme for many brands, especially those new to the affiliate channel. I’ve seen, for example, that marketers may not have a solid understanding of full-funnel affiliate strategies or the nuances of the channel.

This is where services become invaluable. They effectively open up affiliate white space for brands, providing guidance and expertise that might not be available in-house. For marketers entering the affiliate space for the first time, having this support can be the difference between a successful campaign and one that struggles to gain traction.

As these foundational elements set the stage for success, it’s crucial to recognise that navigating the affiliate landscape extends beyond understanding and utilizing tools and services. While these components are vital, marketers must also consider the broader strategic implications of integrating these elements into their overall approach, particularly as they venture into new and evolving areas within the channel.

This misalignment can lead to challenges in achieving desired outcomes. It’s essential to manage expectations and align strategies with the available budget to ensure that efforts in the upper funnel translate into meaningful results in the lower funnel.

Competition and cost
Additionally, the affiliate landscape itself is becoming more competitive and costly. Past performance and returns from select partners are not guaranteed, rather they are dynamic.

With ever-changing fluctuations in both partner performance and rates, brands need to be prepared for this shift and adjust their strategies accordingly. This might involve re-evaluating partnerships, negotiating terms, or exploring new opportunities that align better with current budgets and goals.

The channel is dynamic and requires a strategic approach to navigate effectively, but it should be hands-on and operationally strong. Whether integrating software with services, or managing upper-funnel activities, marketers must stay informed and adaptable to operate and succeed in the thick of it.

To that end, the right partner ensures that they can continue to achieve their objectives and drive business outcomes, even in a challenging environment that likes to change up the sorts of challenges it serves any given year.

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