STRIVE replaces ad hoc gut calls with a structured scorecard, giving you six dimensions to score each platform against. Those are strategic fit (does it match your objectives and run deep in your niches), technical efficacy (does it deliver the capabilities you prioritize), ROI (pricing weighed against program scale and partnership volume), integration (does it connect to your existing networks, CRM, and automation), vendor viability (is the vendor stable and likely to keep developing the platform), and ethical and compliance alignment (does it support GDPR, CCPA, and FTC disclosure rules). Scoring each option this way makes comparison consistent, though a person still assesses values fit and long-term potential before any deal.
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