The Channel Data Management movement at Microsoft began with the realization that there was room for improvement regarding channel data.
The progress Of CDM includes:
1.Build the Zyme platform to scale across Microsoft entire family of physical products being shipped through the various channels.
2.Updated the data collection template from partners to reflect the current business needs and supportive of the future paths to market.
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