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- Customer Data Platforms
Overwhelmed By Digital Data Management? Here’s How Retailers Can Build Better Experiences For Consumers
Let’s face it: digital data is daunting, and many organizations will repeatedly hear the phrase, “We didn’t tag for that” while trying to build better experiences for consumers. In the retail sector, digital data is the most important and valuable dataset to solve for. With so many confusing topics out there around things like a “cookieless future,” it can be…
- E-commerce and Retail
Could an Automated POS Improve The Checkout Process? 7 Features For Customer Satisfaction
As we enter a competitive retail world, the little changes often make the biggest difference. While many brands focus on capturing consumer attention as they enter the store, they often forget about the most important step of the buyer journey: the checkout process. Automating the checkout process is essential as your business grows. With the right POS system at hand,…
- E-commerce and Retail
The Digital Transformation of Grocery Shopping: A New Era for Consumers and Retailers
I’m torn about digital grocery shopping. While I appreciate the convenience of having my groceries delivered or picking them up at the store, I seem to get an inconsistent product selection, especially meat, fruits, and vegetables. As a result, my deliveries and pickups often exclude anything but dry goods and drinks. I’m not sure how this issue will be resolved…
- Customer Data Platforms
Four Essential Insights to Prepare for the Cookieless World
Cookies were once the backbone of online tracking and targeting, and now they are crumbling under privacy concerns. Some web browsers already have strict cookie rules, while Google plans to eliminate third-party cookies by 2025. Pushed out by privacy regulations like GDPR and CCPA, these web trackers hold extensive information that qualifies as personal data, requiring compliance. This change will…
- Marketing Infographics
What is Digital Marketing? An Overview
Digital marketing has become integral to modern business strategy, but its roots and evolution are worth exploring to understand its current significance. This article will delve into the origins of digital marketing, its definition, the convergence with traditional marketing, and the impact of AI and machine learning on the field. Digital marketing uses digital channels, platforms, and technologies to promote…
- Artificial Intelligence
Untapping the Power of Data: We Have Yet To See The Real Value of AI in Marketing
I recently spoke with a CTO at an enterprise organization who said he was skeptical of all the talk of AI. When I asked him to expand on his statement, he was critical of the onslaught of generative AI (GenAI) solutions, sharing concerns about security, intellectual property, privacy data, answer accuracy, hallucinations, etc. I asked him if his company was…
- Sales Enablement, Automation, and Performance
10 Sales Performance Stats To Know
Monitoring key sales performance metrics is crucial for making informed decisions and driving growth. This comprehensive guide will explore four main categories of sales metrics: Revenue Metrics, Market Metrics, Customer Metrics, and Performance Metrics. We’ll delve into each category, defining individual metrics and explaining their importance in measuring sales effectiveness. Source: Sales Xceleration Revenue Metrics Revenue metrics are fundamental indicators…
- Content Marketing
Why Every Publisher Should Implement a trust.txt File—and How to Do It Right
In an era where misinformation spreads faster than facts and AI models are trained on everything that isn’t nailed down, publishers have an increasing obligation to transparently assert their identity, affiliations, and data usage policies. The trust.txt file is an emerging standard designed to do precisely that—and it’s time for every publisher to consider implementing it. Here’s everything you need…
- Social Media & Influencer Marketing
How to Measure the Impact of Social Media By Marketing Strategy
Social media marketing has become an essential component of any successful business strategy. However, to truly harness its power, it’s crucial to measure the impact of your social media efforts. This comprehensive guide will explore various strategies for measuring social media impact, including acquisition, purchase, awareness, nurturing, community building, and influencer marketing. Table of ContentsAwareness Strategy MeasurementAcquisition Strategy MeasurementPurchase Strategy…
- Advertising Technology
The Evolution and Effectiveness of Billboard Advertising: A Comprehensive Guide
Billboard advertising, a cornerstone of out-of-home (OOH) advertising, has undergone significant transformations since its inception. This article delves into the history, evolution, and current state of billboards, exploring its transition from static displays to dynamic digital out-of-home (DOOH) advertising. We’ll examine the impact of these changes on the industry and provide insights for businesses looking to leverage this powerful marketing…
