Douglas Karr's Articles on Martech Zone
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Local Falcon: Visualize Your Map Pack Performance with AI-Powered Heatmaps and Share of Local Voice
If your business relies on local traffic, visibility is everything. Yet, many companies have no idea where they stand in Google’s all-important Map Pack — or worse, they’re flying blind with vague or outdated ranking tools. Knowing where your business…
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Safely Integrating Autonomous AI Into the Enterprise: Why MCPs, HITL, and Data Access Gateways Are Non-Negotiable
As enterprises race to harness the productivity and automation potential of artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML), a new architectural problem has emerged—how do you safely allow autonomous systems to interact with sensitive data and core business systems without…
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Algolia: Supercharge Your Conversions with Lightning-Fast Internal Site Search
Finding what you need online should be instant. However, slow, irrelevant, or outdated site search results derail many users’ journeys, and; as a result, businesses lose customers. Whether you’re running an e-commerce site, media platform, or SaaS solution, the search…
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WPCode: Simplify, Speed Up, and Secure Your WordPress Customizations
Customizing a WordPress website to meet unique needs can be challenging, especially for those without extensive coding experience. Traditionally, this process involves editing theme files directly—a risky approach that can introduce errors or get wiped out during updates, or installing…
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The Top Online Marketing Activities for Solopreneurs, Small, and Medium-Sized Businesses in 2025
Running a small or medium-sized business (SMB) comes with unique challenges—limited budgets, small teams, and the constant pressure to stand out in a crowded digital landscape. Online marketing offers a cost-effective way to reach customers, build brand awareness, and drive…
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Remote: Simplify Payroll for Global Marketing, Technology, and Development Teams
In our global economy, marketing, development, and tech teams aren’t bound by borders—and neither is talent. But as you scale your business with specialists from Europe to Asia to Latin America, managing payroll across time zones, currencies, and legal systems…
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Product Marketing: Unboxing Is The Overlooked Touchpoint That Can Transform Customer Loyalty
Some of you may roll your eyes at this, but the first time I saw impressive product packaging was when a good friend bought an Apple TV for me. It was the first Apple device I ever received, and the…
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Tablets Are Making A Triumphant Return, Fueled by Power, Affordability, and New Use Cases for 2025
After a slump, the global tablet market staged a remarkable comeback last year, driven by advancements in performance, falling costs, and evolving consumer and professional use cases. According to data from Canalys, global tablet shipments surged by 9.2% year over…
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The Best Portable Tripods for Travel, Vlogging, and Versatile Shooting Needs for 2025
Traveling with camera gear is always a balance between capability and convenience. A tripod can be the difference between a blurry photo and a professional-looking shot, but not all tripods are created equal, especially when you’re on the move. A…
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The SEO Iceberg: Hidden Factors That Are Sinking Your Organic Rankings
When it comes to SEO, most folks focus on the shiny stuff above the waterline: keywords, site speed, backlinks, and content quality. The usual ranking factor suspects. It’s like watching the Titanic steam full-speed ahead, confidently dodging obvious icebergs—but utterly…
