Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JANUARY 30, 2024

This post is the first of our new monthly roundup series, where once a month, we’ll identify hot topics that PR pros and communicators should be aware of, along with our own takes on them. Our take: Top-notch communications and PR professionals know that now is always the best time to prepare for a crisis — before it happens.

Ethics 97

Ethics Crisis Transportation Airlines 97

PRSay

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Each September, PRSA recognizes Ethics Month as a way to bring increased attention to the core foundation of the communications profession. Programming this month several webinars, including “ Bots, Misrepresentation and More: Navigating Ethical Dilemmas in Digital Communication ” on Sept. 27 from 3-4 p.m.

Ethics 60

Ethics Data Privacy Publicity 60

5W PR

JANUARY 31, 2024

Technology Public Relations (Tech PR) involves managing and enhancing the public image of technology-related companies and products. It encompasses strategic communication to build and maintain positive relationships with the media, stakeholders, and the general public. How does Tech PR Work?

Technology 78

Technology Product Launch Crisis Management Case Study 78

Ethical Voices

JANUARY 26, 2023

I sure picked a good week to restart the This Week in PR Ethics this year. Everywhere you turn there is an ethics discussion. M&M ethics – This story has blown up over the past few days. What are the ethics considerations of mascots, brand ambassadors, and cartoon characters. Did I mention ChatGPT?

Ethics 93

Ethics Case Study Web Technology 93

Stephen Waddington

AUGUST 26, 2020

The CIPR and CPRS has published a best practice guide to the ethical application of artificial intelligence. A new artificial intelligence (AI) ethics guide published by the CIPR and CPRS foresaw this situation. It is designed to support communicators in their own work and in their role as management advisors.

Ethics 140

Ethics Guidelines Data Education 140

Wadds Inc.

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

The European Communication Monitor offers insights for public relations practice on trust, strategy, digitalisation and hyperconnectivity, leadership, and inclusivity. The session was a retrospective of the European Communication Monitor, exploring insights gained from the project conducted for 15 years across nearly 50 European countries.

Communications 105

Communications Big Data Leadership Data 105

Ethical Voices

OCTOBER 17, 2022

Joining me on this week’s episode is Ethan McCarty , the founder and CEO of Integral , an award-winning employee activation agency serving leaders of communications, HR, marketing, and technology. He shares some great public relations ethics insights including: The ongoing ethical challenge of creating shared beliefs.

Ethics 80

Ethics Employee Communications System 80

Ethical Voices

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Thinking about your career from circus to healthcare to agency, what is the most difficult ethical challenge you ever confronted? The most difficult ethical challenge for me occurred following the Pulse nightclub tragedy in 2016. I was working for Orange County government and I led the communications team through a nightmare week.

Ethics 92

Ethics Healthcare Government Energy 92

5W PR

JANUARY 29, 2024

Defense technology transcends the world of gadgets and apps. It delves into the intricate landscape of national security, cutting-edge innovation, and complex ethical considerations. Here, technology isn’t about entertainment. Here, technology isn’t about entertainment.

Industry 78

Industry Publicity Ethics Privacy 78

Ethical Voices

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Joining me on this week’s episode of EthicalVoices is Cheryll Forsatz , the Vice President of Corporate Communications and Public Relations for Ferrero USA. I am a corporate communications and brand strategist with more than 25 years of experience working with global consumer brands. It becomes a more collaborative approach.

Ethics 52

Ethics Product Launch Corporate Consumer 52

5W PR

JUNE 14, 2024

These AI tools can range from automating mundane activities to assisting in complex data analysis, all intended to significantly enhance human capabilities, not replace them. Additionally, AI can streamline communication workflows in PR efforts, reducing the time needed for coordination and approval, further boosting operational efficiency.

Publicity 78

Publicity Analysis Healthcare Tools 78

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 3, 2023

I’ve been writing this monthly column about PR technology companies for nearly five years – and I’m still continuously reminded that while these companies make software for communicators, they are not typically communication experts. I believe the generative AI is based on OpenAI technology, which makes ChatGPT.

Analysis 151

Analysis Tools Software SMB 151

Onclusive

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Onclusive’s latest CEO Index report also reveals ‘Regulation’ was a key theme mentioned alongside CEOs from US Fortune 100 businesses between July – September 2023, with US Technology CEOs mentioned prominently under the topic of regulation. All these factors will have contributed to Zuckerberg’s ascent to the top spot in Q3.

Media 195

Media Reputation Data Leadership 195

Deirdre Breakenridge

APRIL 5, 2019

Communication is at the heart of your business and every relationship you build. Modern communicators have a responsibility to use communication as a way to build bridges between people and groups; sharing communication to help, uplift and ignite passion and positive momentum. It’s a do “good” and do “no harm” approach.

Infographics 266

Infographics Communications Leadership Social Media 266

Onclusive

OCTOBER 9, 2023

Onclusive’s latest CEO Index report also reveals ‘Regulation’ was a key theme mentioned alongside CEOs from US Fortune 100 businesses between July – September 2023, with US Technology CEOs mentioned prominently under the topic of regulation. All these factors will have contributed to Zuckerberg’s ascent to the top spot in Q3.

Media 195

Media Reputation Data Leadership 195

Ethical Voices

JANUARY 8, 2024

In November 2023, PRSA issued new ethics guidelines titled “Promise and Pitfalls, the Ethical Use of AI for Public Relations Practitioners ”. Please welcome Michelle Egan , the 2023 National Chair of PRSA and Mark Dvorak , the 2023 Chair of PRSA’s Board of Ethics and Professional Standards.

Ethics 83

Ethics Publicity Guidelines Technology 83

PR in High Definition

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

It is being touted as a technology with the potential to change our lives – for better, or worse. AI that can create new content, also known as generative AI, has faced its share of ethical concerns over the past months. This technology holds the potentially to enable people to do their jobs better, faster and with greater ease.

Industry 62

Industry Communications Technology Reputation 62

5W PR

APRIL 8, 2024

Advocating user-friendly technology The surge of digital banking demands crystal clear communication about the user journey. PR professionals ensure that financial institutions not only launch innovative products but also effectively communicate their value to the tech-savvy consumer.

Consumer 78

Consumer Financial Ethics Banking 78

PRSay

JUNE 16, 2023

Generative artificial intelligence, such as ChatGPT or Google’s Bard chatbot, can generate text, images and other content derived from the data on which the AI software is trained. Instead, I predict that PR practitioners who are slow to add AI to their skillsets may be replaced by communicators who learn to leverage the evolving technology.

Technology 146

Technology Crisis Management Social Media Training 146

5W PR

JUNE 11, 2024

At this crucial moment in time, public relations plays a key role in shaping how the public and media view this technology. PR initiatives could involve devising ethical guidelines for AI developers, or transparent communication about data collection practices and privacy measures.

Privacy 78

Privacy Media Transportation Crisis Communications 78

Masters in Communications

FEBRUARY 12, 2022

It is not something often said about mass communication, but it is so integral to our lives - and always has been - that it is easy to take the dissemination of information and its associated methods and tools for granted. As technology advances, we require up to the minute information quickly and efficiently.

Ethics 52

Ethics Communications Print Television 52

PRSay

DECEMBER 27, 2023

The seven report topics are the future of the workplace, the state of the undergraduate curriculum/hiring characteristics, critical thinking, data strategy and insights, ethics, DEI, and public relations as a driver of social change. And they valued students who had completed internships.

Report 78

Report Ethics Education Survey 78

Stephen Waddington

JULY 1, 2021

It sets out the urgent need for organisations to act on issues related to CDR and provides a framework to support leaders with planning and communication. There is an explicit expectation when individuals share their personal data with an organisation that it will be handled securely.

Corporate 141

Corporate Report Privacy Government 141

PRSay

DECEMBER 21, 2023

The seven report topics are the future of the workplace, the state of the undergraduate curriculum/hiring characteristics, critical thinking, data strategy and insights, ethics, DEI, and public relations as a driver of social change. And they valued students who had completed internships.

Report 78

Report Ethics Education Survey 78

Wadds Inc.

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The public relations profession will continue to need human skills such as emotional intelligence, ethical reasoning and strategic judgement that technology cannot replicate. Data analytics (53%) and social media management (54%) integrate AI tools more extensively.

Publicity 126

Publicity Ethics Government Policies 126

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

It has less of an impact in my focus areas of B2B technology – but it’s not zero. Moreover, today, bias has seeped into the algorithms so central to technology. That’s why this question about bias in the media, in the 5th Annual JOTW Strategic Communications Survey for 2022 is relevant. What should communicators do about bias?

Survey 96

Survey Communications Media Engineering 96

The Resolution Blog

AUGUST 1, 2019

The documentary outlining communications agency, Cambridge Analytica’s involvement in the Brexit and Trump campaigns. When the story originally broke in March and April this year, a lot of blame was pointed at Facebook’s data breach along with a focus on the other tech giants (Google, Amazon, and Apple) and the data they collect.

Ethics 120

Ethics Publicity Data SEO 120

The Hoyt Organization

SEPTEMBER 8, 2023

Generative AI prompts are a type of artificial intelligence-powered technology that can generate an array of information, as long as the prompts are carefully crafted. It uses existing data to create content, like first drafts of press releases, lists of resources, analysis of data, automated tasks and more.

Publicity 99

Publicity Ethics Analysis Data 99

Landis PR

OCTOBER 30, 2023

AI compliance refers to adhering to a set of guidelines, regulations and ethical standards in the development, deployment and usage of AI technologies. Compliance involves safeguarding user privacy, avoiding biases and maintaining data security. Protecting data privacy : PR pros often handle sensitive client information.

Privacy 64

Privacy Ethics Guidelines System 64

Stephen Waddington

AUGUST 13, 2019

Ethics, employee engagement and wider stakeholder management are the three pillars of the CBI’s report AI: Ethics into practice. UK businesses have an opportunity to lead by example and take an ethical approach to the adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) according to the CBI. It is set to transform how we live and work.

Internal 84

Internal International Ethics Communications 84

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

AUGUST 16, 2023

Data Privacy Day (January 28) : This occasion offers a perfect chance to emphasize a company’s commitment to data privacy, or to share thought leadership on the importance of privacy in the digital age. The post How To Use Timing For Top B2B PR Results appeared first on Crenshaw Communications.

B2B 156

B2B How To Privacy Retail 156

PRSay

OCTOBER 24, 2018

Human communication is global and instant, and leaders must now master public relations as the essential management skill by which they can achieve goals quickly, efficiently and consistently. Fundamentally, public relations is about managing relationships, grounded in an ethical process of self-correction and two-way communication.

Ethics 264

Ethics Automotive Technology Conference 264

Stephen Waddington

AUGUST 11, 2019

Dominic Cummings’ blog provides first hand insight into one of the smartest thinkers in modern communications. I’ve become obsessed in the last few weeks with deconstructing the communications around the EU Referendum in 2016. Vote Leave made use of every aspect of modern communications. He was the campaign’s chief architect.

Communications 96

Communications Ethics Public Affairs Government 96

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JUNE 6, 2023

One thing is certain, this giant step in the technological revolution is here to stay and only growing more extensive and impactful daily. But to the marketing and communications worlds, the reality is that it has been used in various forms for years, having started gaining momentum around 2015.

Communications 40

Communications Marketing Technology Data 40

Stern + Associates

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

How can organizations confidently take advantage of the benefits associated with modern technology while avoiding negative impacts on surrounding communities? Existing data science techniques cannot accurately understand key cultural nuances in language amongst predominantly communities of color.

Local 101

Local Community Ethics Education 101

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. The intersection of journalism and AI is the most important media issue of our time. You can stop reading there.

Journalism 156

Journalism Public Affairs Ethics Technology 156

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

APRIL 30, 2019

As companies continue to talk about their AI, machine learning and data science capabilities, journalists are asking tougher questions about the way these technologies are built. Unfortunately, the data isn’t positive. Google’s ongoing AI ethics council controversy is another example of the AI industry’s diversity problem.

Company 168

Company Ethics Google Facebook 168