Marketing Automation
Articles Tagged marketing automation:
-
The State of E-Commerce Personalization in 2025: Where Brands Are Succeeding, Falling Short, and How AI Is Shaping the Future
We’ve come a long way from the days when Hello %%first_name%% passed for personalization. In today’s e-commerce landscape, consumers expect brands to deliver dynamic, relevant experiences tailored to their needs and behaviors across every touchpoint. Yet while technology — especially AI — has unlocked powerful new capabilities, many organizations are still grappling with how to scale these efforts effectively. This…
-
The Goals of Automation Tools and Marketing Efforts in an AI World
The marketing and service functions in companies are increasingly shaped by automation and AI tools. Yet for many teams, this evolution creates tension. The hype surrounding AI-driven automation often evokes fear—fear of job loss, fear of becoming obsolete, or fear of losing control over one’s creative work. That does not have to be the reality. At its best, automation and…
-
The New Blueprint For Social Media Marketing Strategies in 2025
Social media has undergone a seismic shift in the last decade. What began as an open, democratic environment where brands could authentically engage with their audiences has transformed into a complex, often expensive landscape dominated by algorithms, advertising, AI-driven content, and competitive bidding. For today’s businesses, especially those seeking to drive tangible results throughout the entire customer journey, rethinking their…
-
Not All Marketing Leaders Are Created Equal: Why Hiring Must Match the Stage of Your Business
I’ve spent my career building marketing and sales stacks, developing GTM strategies, training teams, and implementing processes that drive sustainable growth. If there’s one hiring mistake I’ve seen more than any other, it’s this: too many executives think a great marketing leader is a great marketing leader — full stop. They fail to account for the business’s current stage. A…
-
UpRipple: All-in-One CRM, Sales, and Marketing Automation for Small Business
Many small businesses struggle to manage customer relationships, marketing campaigns, and daily processes, often patching together multiple tools that waste time and create inefficiencies. The result? Missed leads, slower growth, and inconsistent customer experiences. What’s needed is an affordable, all-in-one solution that helps businesses work smarter without adding complexity. UpRipple UpRipple is a small business CRM and marketing automation platform…
-
Why 3D-Printed Swag Is the Future of Personalization—and How to Start Now
Digital fatigue is real, and physical experiences are regaining value. 3D printing has quietly emerged as a powerful yet underutilized tool in modern marketing. For sales teams looking to break through the noise, event marketers seeking memorable swag alternatives, or brand managers seeking to demonstrate innovation, 3D printing offers a tangible and customizable solution. Why 3D Printing Is a Game-Changer…
-
Outsourcing: Build and Scale the Tools You Need Without an Engineering Team
Modern marketing and sales teams are expected to do more than generate leads and close deals. They’re also being asked to create seamless digital experiences, including mobile applications, custom landing pages, progressive web applications (PWA), pricing calculators, lead routing workflows, sales dashboards, client portals, CRM integrations, and more. The problem? Most of these initiatives require technical skills that lie outside…
-
How to Set Up an Effective Account-Based Marketing (ABM) Program in 2025
Account-based marketing (ABM) is no longer just a high-touch sales tactic—it’s now a strategic growth engine that leverages artificial intelligence (AI), real-time intent data, multi-touch attribution, and orchestrated customer experiences. While the core philosophy of ABM—treating high-value accounts as markets of one—remains unchanged, the infrastructure, intelligence, and activation strategies supporting it have evolved dramatically. ABM provides a lift across several…
-
The Strategic Benefits of Content Marketing Across the Funnel
Content marketing has evolved from a niche tactic into a strategic pillar of modern marketing. For both B2B and B2C businesses, content has become indispensable—not only for attracting and educating prospects, but also for nurturing leads, converting buyers, and retaining customers. As AI-driven tools accelerate demand for high-quality inputs, content isn’t just king—it’s the fuel that powers intelligent systems across every channel. Below,…
