Shift Communications

AUGUST 29, 2023

Now, in an emerging market, is the time for AI startups to kickstart a strategic AI-PR program, and mind the gap between industry and consumer awareness From mainstream media to trade press and corporate blogs, artificial intelligence (AI) and generative AI (genAI), in particular, seems to be everywhere. So, we conducted a consumer survey.

Survey 60

Survey How To Storytelling Corporate 60

Sword and the Script

APRIL 23, 2019

But a new survey out of the Center for Public Relations at USC Annenberg shows that isn’t happening among some PR pros and corporate communicators. The annual survey polled 210 CEOs, 1,583 PR professionals and 378 students with an eclectic mix of questions to develop the 2019 Global Communications Report.

Technology 126

Technology Study Communications Survey 126

Reputation Us

APRIL 15, 2024

consumers are choosing less expensive options, delaying purchases, and focusing on saving rather than spending, according to McKinsey reports. While retention is a metric that defines a customer’s lifetime value, loyalty is what customers feel toward brands. Both impact your company’s reputation and support your long-term success.

Reputation 78

Reputation Financial Consumer Survey 78

Agility PR Solutions

JULY 24, 2018

There’s been lots of hype about how technologies like artificial intelligence will automate and stabilize consumer engagement, but when it comes to brand trust, consumers may not be 100 percent on board. The post Consumer trust in brands is fading—here’s how it can be saved appeared first on Agility PR Solutions.

Consumer 87

Consumer Brand Branding Survey 87

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

58% spending more time researching products before making purchasing decisions; social media has become increasingly important in B2B marketing The consumerization of business technology is probably one of the biggest driving forces in the development of B2B software. This shouldn’t be a surprise.

B2B 160

B2B Leadership Marketing Software 160

Agility PR Solutions

FEBRUARY 4, 2019

With so much of today’s technology designed to make lives easier, time is more fleeting than ever. A new study by ad agency Allen & Gerritsen takes a deep dive into consumers’ relationship with time, revealing that 57 percent of those surveyed indicated that they rarely have time to relax.

Study 80

Study Consumer Brand Branding 80

Shift Communications

DECEMBER 8, 2016

At SHIFT we are constantly digging into media and talking to reporters to understand general themes for all types of industries from technology to consumer products. That’s where a survey can come in. What can a survey do for your brand? Here’s a snapshot of the survey goals and outcomes. Baseline and eWeek.

Survey 60

Survey Data Brand Branding 60

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 25, 2018

Moreover, three recent surveys of CMOs suggests it has practical applications as budgets, which on the whole have grown over the last few years, will continue to grow. Here are the cliff notes to each of those three surveys. The CMO Survey hasn’t reported growth of less than 5% since late 2015. of company revenues.

Survey 85

Survey Marketing Exercises Study 85

The Proactive Report

APRIL 17, 2017

Brands large and small are scrambling to keep up with the rapid convergence of the physical and the digital world. Customers are living in an environment where technology surround them, affects their everyday activities and makes many of the old ways obsolete. They use digital devices to find information and to make their lives easier.

Brand 133

Brand Branding Digital PR Consumer 133

NewsWhip

MARCH 15, 2024

And as October 1st marked the 50th anniversary of the Walt Disney World Resort, we wanted to check in with our friend Jessica Bundy, a leader in their research department of Consumer Insight, to learn more. Thanks for joining us, Jessica. Can you talk about the role technology has played throughout that journey? Short answer: both!

Data 78

Data Social Media Consumer Trends 78

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

MARCH 19, 2024

Public relations professionals’ role in the travel and hospitality industry is critical to helping the overall success of the brand’s business. From sustainable practices to immersive technologies, the year 2024 promises an array of trends that will redefine the way we wander, unwind, and connect with the world around us.

Travel 90

Travel Trends Tourism Transportation 90

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 18, 2021

Typically they’re articles or broadcast segments that feature a given company or brand in a positive way. But earned media doesn’t always achieve the frequency we need to promote client brands, and some stories have a lengthy gestation period. One form of content that works particularly well for B2B brands is the white paper.

Case Study 390

Case Study B2B Study Interviews 390

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

NOVEMBER 27, 2018

Business and tech media in particular have an ongoing appetite for research, studies and surveys. To meet media demand, B2B tech brands in particular can build out their own research assets. An asset that can earn branded media coverage is valuable — and that’s not all. Our client Uberall is a good example.

B2B 147

B2B Data Retail Survey 147

Agility PR Solutions

DECEMBER 6, 2018

Despite increasing investment from brands in marketing technology, nearly half of consumers say brands aren’t meeting their expectations when it comes to the customer experience (CX)—and even fewer remember the last time a brand exceeded expectations, according to results of a global survey from digital experience firm Acquia.

Consumer 60

Consumer Marketing Survey Meeting 60

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

When considering how to make a brand stronger, business leaders often look to operational influences. Yet, public relations (PR) and communications efforts have significant potential to bolster a brand. Community members develop stronger connections to the brand, which can result in more sales and recommendations.

Community 90

Community How To Marketing Data 90

Agility PR Solutions

OCTOBER 26, 2022

New survey research from young consumer authority Cassandra unveils emerging attitudes and knowledge about the metaverse and new technologies, and their potential impact. “Gen Z enjoys the aspect of creative […].

Survey 86

Survey Technology Creativity Consumer 86

Sword and the Script

JULY 18, 2023

There’s been no shortage of surveys and stats in B2B marketing; here’s a look at some of the more interesting ones from the first six months of 2023 Apart from this blog, I produce a separate monthly email newsletter that curates articles and blog posts across marketing communications. Marketing technology spend remains high.

B2B 78

B2B Marketing Survey Study 78

5W PR

APRIL 18, 2022

While some form of word-of-mouth marketing has always been around, in the last couple of decades, thanks to the rise of various tools, technologies, and platforms, it’s become a lot more sophisticated. With those efforts, companies build trust with their audiences and make consumers a lot more confident about their purchasing decisions.

Strategy 88

Strategy Marketing Reputation Survey 88

PRSay

APRIL 5, 2023

Lacking a time machine that would let us jump into the future, my company surveyed hundreds of PR practitioners about where the profession is heading in the next three years. Here are three takeaways from the survey. Where do the survey respondents think these increasing budgets will be spent in 2023?

Survey 86

Survey Measurement Employee Retail 86

Shift Communications

AUGUST 9, 2016

In the past few years, PR has been able to leverage digital marketing technology tools and techniques. Your client’s brand will get lost in the shuffle of internet noise. That’s where the digital marketing technology tools come in. Second, lean on your digital marketing technology team. Director, Marketing Technology.

Technology 60

Technology Marketing Tools Customer Service 60

Cision

AUGUST 23, 2017

Over the last few years, particularly with the onset of social media, emotional reactions from consumers have changed the face of public relations. Emotional intelligence drives consumer culture which influences your business strategy. So, why not capitalize on this approach to forge a lifelong relationship with your consumers?

Digital PR 251

Digital PR How To Small Business Analysis 251

Waxing UnLyrical

MAY 15, 2018

A recent survey conducted by Ned Lundquist’s Job of the Week (JOTW) in partnership with Sword and the Script Media, LLC sought to find out the true status of our industry. And 63% of survey respondents cited budget as their top challenge – even as business and employers expected them to do more with a rapidly increasing list of things to do.

Survey 74

Survey Industry Communications Corporate 74

Onclusive

JANUARY 21, 2021

We often see executives set those around acquiring or retaining customers, improving corporate or brand reputation, creating a new category, or gaining meaningful brand engagement. And achieving a certain volume of article reader interactions, such as social shares, supports the goal of gaining meaningful brand engagement.

Communications 195

Communications Measurement Corporate Reputation 195

PRSay

JUNE 7, 2023

But if you must continue, then let’s consider the explosive growth of generative AI technologies like ChatGPT and Google Bard. With every new technology, there’s concern that reporters will become obsolete. Digital media brands pioneered the “continuous news” model, and AI will surely support round-the clock reporting efforts.

Journalism 128

Journalism Public Affairs Ethics Technology 128

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 3, 2017

B2B marketing has overwhelmingly adopted the concept of content marketing, according to the 2018 B2B Content Marketing Benchmarks, Budgets & Trends survey. This is an encouraging sign from this report, which is a slice of the annual global survey co-produced by the Content Marketing Institute and MarketingProfs.

Content Marketing 64

Content Marketing B2B Survey Analysis 64

Stephen Waddington

JANUARY 12, 2022

2022 will be a year of consolidation for a news industry that has been disrupted by the COVID-19 crisis, changing audience behaviour and technology. It covers business models, audience strategies, journalism practice, regulation, and future technologies. However, it’s a double-edge sword.

Report 122

Report Media Journalism Privacy 122

Beyond PR

JUNE 1, 2017

After surveying 2,000 adults to test their attention spans, Microsoft found that technology, social media, and the large volume of media people consume daily is linked to their inability to focus for extended periods of time. It’s better to remain attentive and friendly to avoid alienating consumers.

Consumer 49

Consumer Brand Branding Reputation 49

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

Additionally, advertisers generated pre-Super Bowl excitement for their brands with teaser ads the week before the game that drove viewership and excitement. It showcased the unparalleled ability of brands to captivate audiences through a fusion of entertainment, creativity, and strategic promotion. and Jermaine Dupri.

Sports 85

Sports Television Advertising Advertising 85

5W PR

APRIL 19, 2023

External Benefits For businesses, brand image and reputation are crucial factors that can make or break success. A strong brand image can help attract and retain customers, while a poor reputation can drive them away. Accessibility and inclusion are essential components of a positive brand image in today’s world.

Internal 88

Internal International Transportation Employee 88

PRSay

AUGUST 6, 2019

By 2020, Gen Z will account for 40 percent of all consumers according to an Accenture report , and some experts estimate their current spending power to be as much as $140 billion. It is also critical to understand that Gen Z’s preferred media consumption channels are unlike any previous consumer segment.

Television 155

Television Instagram Consumer Newspapers 155

5W PR

JUNE 27, 2022

Advertising technology is all of the tools and platforms that companies can use to create and distribute targeted digital ad campaigns to their audiences. They’re also able to help businesses improve their omnichannel marketing efforts by targeting audiences across every channel that’s available to reach their consumers.

Company 88

Company Strategy Publicity Advertising 88

Cision

NOVEMBER 11, 2016

Marijane Funess, a director at Crenshaw Communications for the past six years, pioneers a communications company uniquely positioned at the intersection of design and technology. Is your company prepared to deal with the growing technological marketplace needing some communications help? How can brands keep up?

Communications 253

Communications Data Local Survey 253

5W PR

AUGUST 3, 2021

There are three factors that have to be taken into account while understanding the psychology behind product sampling technology: 1) Reciprocity – When customers try free products they tend to feel indebted. Direct mail product sampling increases brand awareness and sales. They feel a desire to reciprocate it in the future.

Strategy 88

Strategy Consumer Survey Creativity 88

Flack's Revenge

MAY 14, 2019

Yes, it is according to 68% of PR professionals polled for the 2019 JOTW Communications Survey. That’s up 17% from the same survey last year.”. These can include commissioning research, surveys, even PR stunts. Does your business spawn data that can be mined for newsworthy info about trends, or consumer or business behavior?

Survey 195

Survey Journalism Agency Data 195

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 1, 2020

The conclusion “validates well-known theories about how advertising works in a microcosm” such as: “New launches and less established brands leverage the reach and vibrancy of the platform to build awareness and catapult themselves into the big league of power brands. 3) Should brands mix sports and politics? According to Ms.

Sports 111

Sports Advertising Advertising Survey 111

NewsWhip

OCTOBER 26, 2021

And as October 1st marked the 50th anniversary of the Walt Disney World Resort, we wanted to check in with our friend Jessica Bundy, a leader in their research department of Consumer Insight, to learn more. . Can you talk about the role technology has played throughout that journey? Thanks for joining us, Jessica. Short answer: both!

Data 78

Data Social Media Consumer Trends 78

Sword and the Script

MAY 4, 2021

You can see it in this month’s summary of news – the 24 th edition of the PR Tech Sum – there’s a corporate transaction, a few new products and a handful of PR surveys at the end. >>> It gave the product high marks for analytics, which can be used to parse social data to find social media influencers a brand may wish to engage.

Tools 99

Tools Survey Pitching Analytics 99