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Rise of the Humans: The Power of “People Marketing”
As marketing channels become oversaturated, companies continue to implement innovative strategies to differentiate themselves from their competition. For many companies, technology proves a distinct and convenient means of furthering their marketing reach; however,...
How the Internet of Things Can Bolster Retailers’ World of Data
In the age of social media and digital advertising, retailers have invested in online marketing and corresponding data to increase their online presence and consumer appeal. With the effectiveness of this marketing, however, the amount of retailers flocking online has...
404 Consumers Not Found: How to Avoid Spending Your Digital Ad Dollars on Bots
Last year, digital ad spending worldwide soared to a record high of $209 billion, edging out TV marketing ($178 billion) and claiming the title of highest-budgeted ad medium for the first time. With so much money on the line, online advertisers stand to lose big if...
From AI to Voice: 2018’s Leading Digital Marketing Strategies Under the Microscope
In today’s digital frontier, marketing techniques constantly re-mold to fit the newest models of consumer preference. The pace at which modern marketing methods shift is undeniable: consider this recent study, which shows that social media advertising is now the...
Rise of the Research-aholics: Getting Inside the Minds of Consumers Who Leave Nothing to Chance
In today’s day and age, information is not only accessible, but instantaneous. This makes the process of research not only easy but conducive to a positive shopping or branding experience for many consumers. For many customers, it’s necessary to research a business...
A Match Made on Mobile: How Brands Can Use Apps and Mobile Sites to Provide Unparallelled Customer Experiences
Mobile shopping is a practice that’s thriving today with the rise of smartphone usage and the push toward convenience in all forms. There are mobile apps that provide information on the best deals, cutting-edge products, and easy access to reviews to sufficiently...
The Experience Is on the House: The Shift from Points to Experience in Loyalty Programs
The best things in life are free, as the old saying goes, but for brands and retailers, one of the most precious commodities—customer loyalty—comes at a cost. Gone are the days when retailers could simply offer the lowest price or a rewards card to lure customers in...
The Tangible Power of Trust in Marketing
It’s ironic, absurd, and also perfectly sensible that, in a time when exchanging personal info online is as socially acceptable as a handshake, trust is flagging like never before. Our willingness to trade information has saturated every marketplace with data, thanks...
The Here and Now: How Brands Can Engage Customers in Today’s Fast-Paced World
The expectations of customers within today’s digital-enabled marketplace are evolving as quickly as the technology they use to shop. From expert product reviews to AI-powered recommendations, today’s tech-savvy shoppers tap into a seemingly endless pool of...
Right on Time: How Brands Can Use Data and Technology to Reach Consumers at the Right Moment
It’s 2018, and the marketplace is always open. Consumers are wired 24/7 into an all-you-can-eat digital buffet of choice. Anytime and anywhere, the internet beckons with literally millions of pages of content and products and curiosities to explore. Tapping into this...