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2026 Gartner® Magic Quadrant: Xactly Named a Leader in Sales Performance Management

Jul 09, 2026

Xactly was named a Leader in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Sales Performance Management, which we feel validates our vision to transform revenue performance with AI, assessing our Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute.

This analyst report provides RevOps, Sales, HR, and Finance leaders with a clear and impartial look at the SPM industry, by the world’s most respected analyst firm, when evaluating sales commission and performance partners.

This significant third-party validation offers an objective analysis of Xactly’s Intelligent Revenue Platform across all three core use cases evaluated in the report: Sales Planning, Incentive Compensation Management, and Performance Analytics.

View the full report to learn:

  • Why Xactly was named a Leader in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for SPM
  • Impartial perspective on the SPM industry in the age of AI
  • How an AI-driven platform goes beyond bolted-on point solutions
  • The value in unifying the entire sales performance lifecycle
  • Key criteria to consider when evaluating sales commission and performance platforms
Gartner® in 2026 Magic Quadrant

Read the report to gain more insight into the SPM platform landscape.

Gartner, Magic Quadrant for Sales Performance Management, Sandhya Mahadevan - Sr Director Analyst, Brian Petty - Sr Director Analyst, Steve Rietberg - VP Analyst, Roland Johnson - Sr Director Analyst, 30 June 2026

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Sales Performance Management Gartner® Magic Quadrant FAQs

Sales Performance Management Gartner® Magic Quadrant FAQs

What is the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Sales Performance Management?

The Gartner Magic Quadrant for Sales Performance Management (SPM) is a research report that evaluates vendors across the SPM market based on their ability to execute and completeness of vision. Vendors are placed within one of four quadrants and identified as Leaders, Challengers, Visionaries, and Niche Players.

How did Xactly perform in the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Sales Performance Management?

Xactly was positioned as a Leader in the 2026 report, recognized for its Ability to Execute and Completeness of Vision. Xactly placed furthest on the Completeness of Vision Axis. This demonstrates its strength in delivering enterprise-grade incentive compensation and sales performance management solutions.

What establishes a leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Sales Performance Management?

Leaders in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for SPM score highest on both Completeness of Vision and Ability to Execute. They demonstrate strong market presence, robust product capabilities, proven customer outcomes, and the strategic roadmap to sustain leadership as the market evolves.

Why was Xactly recognized as a Leader in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Sales Performance Management?

Xactly earned Leader status for its Intelligent Revenue Platform that automates incentive compensation, streamlines quota and territory planning, and delivers actionable revenue insights. 

Gartner recognized Xactly's strong customer base, product innovation, and clear vision for the future of sales performance.

What criteria does Gartner use to evaluate sales performance management software for the Gartner Magic Quadrant?

Gartner evaluates SPM vendors on two axes: Ability to Execute (product quality, viability, sales execution, customer experience) and Completeness of Vision (market understanding, innovation, go-to-market strategy).

They key capabilities they assess for include: 

  • Incentive compensation management
  • Quota planning
  • Territory management
  • Sales analytics

How does Xactly compare to other Leaders in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for SPM?

Xactly differentiates from other Leaders through its focus on sales performance orchestration, depth of AI strategy, and durable benchmarking data set. Unlike other Leaders in the Gartner Magic Quadrant for Sales Performance Management, Xactly is purpose-built to give revenue teams a dedicated solution designed to align sales compensation, quota, and territory decisions within one platform.

Where can I access the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Sales Performance Management report?

You can access the 2026 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Sales Performance Management report directly through Xactly. Just fill out the form above! The complimentary report provides the full vendor analysis, quadrant positioning, and Gartner's evaluation criteria for SPM solutions.

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