Douglas Karr's Articles on Martech Zone
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The Evolution and Future of Mobile Apps: A Journey from Simple Devices to Business Powerhouses
Smartphones have come a long way since their humble beginnings as basic communication tools. What started with the IBM Simon in 1992—a clunky device with a touchscreen and rudimentary email—has morphed into a pocket-sized powerhouse driving industries, transforming marketing, and revolutionizing sales. Today, mobile apps leverage cutting-edge features like 5G, GPS, AI, and satellite communication to empower businesses in ways…
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How Acumatica Manufacturing Edition Helps CEOs Tackle Excessive Production Costs
All companies are organized in hierarchies to handle sales, marketing, and operations effectively. What’s often missed, though, is the overlapping impact of each on the other. Efficiency, accuracy, and customer satisfaction aren’t just critical to operations success—they impact sales and marketing. Yet, many manufacturing businesses still struggle with disconnected systems that create operational bottlenecks, increase costs, and hinder growth. One…
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How to Add Featured Images to Your WordPress RSS Feed Using Functions.php
RSS feeds are a crucial tool for content distribution, especially for marketers looking to syndicate their blog posts, improve discoverability, or automate email newsletters. However, by default, WordPress does not include the featured image in RSS feeds, which can make your content less visually appealing when it appears in RSS readers or third-party platforms. In this article, we’ll show you…