Douglas Karr's Articles on Martech Zone
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What Time Is It? How Our Systems Display, Calculate, Format, and Synchronize Dates and Times
That sounds like a simple question, but you’d be surprised at how complex the infrastructure provides you with an accurate time. When your users exist across time zones or even travel across time zones while using your systems, there’s an expectation that everything works seamlessly. But it’s not simple. Example: You have an employee in Phoenix who needs to schedule…
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What is a Wiki?
A wiki is a collaborative platform or website that allows users to create, edit, and organize content collectively. The term wiki comes from the Hawaiian word wiki-wiki, which means fast or quick. This name was chosen to emphasize the ease and speed with which information can be shared and updated on these platforms. The concept was coined by Ward Cunningham…
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Onehub: A Comprehensive Solution for Agencies to Create Secure and Organized Client Portals
Agencies face many challenges in managing and sharing digital assets with clients. The need for a secure, efficient, and organized platform is more pressing than ever, especially in industries where confidentiality and data integrity are non-negotiable. Agencies must navigate the complexities of file sharing, version control, and collaborative editing, all while ensuring that sensitive information remains protected. This environment demands…
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Watermark Remover: Utilize AI to Remove Watermarks From Images
The term watermark originally hails from the traditional paper-making process, where a distinctive design was created by altering the thickness of the paper while it was still wet. These marks were visible when held up to the light, signifying authenticity and origin. This centuries-old technique has found its modern counterpart in the digital world, where a watermark is a graphic…
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How to Analyze, Measure, Reduce, and Recover Shopping Cart Abandonment
I’m always surprised when I meet a client with an online checkout process and how few have tried to purchase from their own site! One of our new clients had a site they invested a ton of money into, and it’s five steps to get from the product page to the shopping cart. It’s a miracle that anyone is making…
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GetResponse: Build, Communicate, and Convert Your Contacts Into Customers With More Than Email
Marketing professionals often find themselves entangled in the complexities of managing multiple marketing technology (martech) platforms. The time and effort spent transferring data between systems, coupled with the steep learning curve associated with mastering each new tool, can significantly detract from the core objectives of marketing strategies. Recognizing these challenges, modern martech platforms have begun to evolve, offering a broad…
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Google Analytics: iOS and Android Mobile App vs. Web Interface
While Google Analytics is primarily known for its web interface, it offers dedicated mobile apps for iOS and Android users. I’ve been utilizing the mobile app on iOS for the last few months and have to admit that I find it both impressive and usable in ways that differ from the site. How do they compare, and which platform best…
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Verified Accounts: Are We Trading Security for Exclusivity?
Social media platforms have become central hubs for communication, business, and information sharing. Verified Accounts are now a hallmark of authenticity and trust among these platforms’ features. Initially designed to prevent impersonation and ensure the credibility of high-profile accounts, the verification mark has now become a coveted status symbol that extends your reach and acceptance. As we navigate the complexities…
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MeetGeek: Improve Your Meeting Productivity with AI-Powered Meeting Insights
Meetings are ubiquitous in corporate life and are often seen as the linchpin of communication and decision-making processes. Yet, despite their central role, there’s a growing awareness of the hidden costs and potential inefficiency they carry. If you’ve been a long-time reader of Martech Zone, you know how much I despise unproductive or unnecessary meetings. With executives spending an average…
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What is Change Management?
Technological advancements, shifting customer demands, and fluctuating economic conditions are the norm rather than the exception in business. The ability to adapt and evolve has become a critical determinant of success. Change management has emerged as a necessity in this context, serving as the linchpin enabling organizations to navigate these tumultuous waters with agility and resilience. As technologies evolve at…
