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Xactly: Recognized as a Leader in IDC MarketScape and ISG Software Research Reports

Mar 25, 2025
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 At Xactly, we are committed to empowering our customers to unlock their revenue potential, and help transform the way they manage their revenue lifecycle to accelerate profitable growth. We’re proud to share that our relentless pursuit of innovation excellence has led us to five remarkable achievements:

  • A Leader in IDC MarketScape: Worldwide Sales Performance Management 2025 Vendor Assessment (doc # US52419925, February 2025)
  • Exemplary Leader in four ISG Software Research reports:
    • Revenue Performance Management Buyers Guide
    • Incentive Compensation Management Buyers Guide
    • Sales Performance Management Buyers Guide
    • Sales Engagement Buyers Guide

These prestigious accolades affirm that we’re not just keeping up with the industry – we’re a Leader .

Why These Recognitions Matter

Being recognized by both the IDC MarketScape and ISG Software Research reports is a testament to Xactly’s ongoing commitment to innovation, customer success, and exceptional results. The power of these publications is that they are  independent and objective, which is why they are widely respected in the industry.They include detailed evaluation of solutions based on a variety of categories, including technological capabilities, customer satisfaction, market presence, vision for the future, and overall impact. To be recognized as a Leader in the IDC MarketScape and Exemplary in four ISG Software Research reports is a significant accomplishment and solidifies Xactly’s position as the ideal partner for organizations aiming to unlock their revenue and profitability potential seeking top-tier sales performance  management solutions.

 

Xactly has shown a willingness to invest in critical areas of planning for and incentivizing sales and revenue teams that drive value for their customers. This is being demonstrated in their overall product enhancements reflecting a strong vision for what's needed to be successful.

Stephen HurrellDirector

ISG Software Research

A Leader in IDC MarketScape

The IDC MarketScape report recognizes Xactly as a Leader in the Worldwide Sales Performance Management 2025 Vendor Assessment. The report focuses vendor evaluations on their product capabilities, strategy, and ability to execute in a rapidly evolving market. Xactly was recognized for strengths in customization and user interface.

IDC MarketScape-Analyst Guide-Chart-2025

Key Strengths:

  • “Customization. Xactly’s Intelligent Revenue Platform empowers organizations with a flexible system  that enables analysts to easily modify and tailor compensation plans without relying on external consultants, ensuring quick adaptability to changing business needs.”
  • “User interface. Xactly’s Intelligent Revenue Platform offers a superior interface that simplifies viewing reports and signing sales compensation plans, providing a seamless experience for users.”

Exemplary Performance in ISG Software Research Reports

Xactly is also recognized as Exemplary in four ISG Software Research reports for 2025. This recognition reflects Xactly’s ability to provide exceptional value and results to its clients across a broad range of industries and geographies. ISG Software Research evaluates service providers based on the capabilities of their platforms, their effectiveness in execution, and their ability to drive measurable outcomes for customers.

ISG-SPM-Overall-Chart-2024

Key Highlights:

  • End-to-End Sales Compensation: Xactly’s comprehensive suite of solutions covers every aspect of sales compensation, from incentive compensation management to performance analytics.
  • Flexibility and Adaptability: Xactly’s solutions are designed to be highly adaptable, providing businesses with the tools companies need to create customized compensation plans that align with their goals and culture.
  • Proven Results: ISG Software Research’s recognition highlights the measurable impact Xactly’s platform has on clients, with improved sales performance, better alignment of compensation to business objectives, and increased productivity for sales teams.

The Power of Innovation and Customer-Centric Solutions

Both the IDC MarketScape and ISG Software Research Reports underscore Xactly’s unwavering focus on innovation and customer success. Xactly’s mission is to provide sales organizations with the tools and insights they need to maximize the potential of their sales teams, optimize go-to-market strategies, and drive profitable growth.

Artificial intelligence and machine learning continue to emerge as forces in business success today, which is why Xactly is continuously  customers are ahead of the curve amidst this hyper-competitive landscape. These solutions are built to provide data-driven insights, enhance decision-making, and ultimately, empower organizations to achieve their goals more efficiently and effectively.

Looking Ahead: The Future with Xactly

As we celebrate these multiple recognitions, and having just crossed the 20-year mark in our history, we remain focused on continuing to deliver innovative solutions that ersult in meaningful outcomes for our customers. The sales performance management and incentive compensation landscape continues to evolve, and Xactly is excited to lead the way. With our comprehensive, adaptable, scalable solutions, we are well-positioned to support organizations in achieving long-term success and unlocking the full potential of their sales teams.

To all our customers, partners, and the dedicated Xactly team, thank you for your trust and collaboration. These wins are a testament to your continued support, and we look forward to achieving even greater successes together.

 

  • Sales Performance Management
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Will Watters
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Senior Manager, Product Marketing

Will currently leads Product Marketing at Xactly where he is responsible for pricing and packaging, GTM strategy, positioning and messaging, personas and buyer insights, and content marketing. He holds an MBA from The George Washington University School of Business.