Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 3, 2023

As generative AI tools continue to gain popularity in the workplace, it has become increasingly evident that automotive suppliers need to consider establishing a corporate policy that governs their employees’ use of these tools. Some companies will want to limit the use of AI tools to conducting research or analyzing data.

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Landis PR

APRIL 8, 2024

Photo courtesy of Pixabay Many awards aiming to measure large companies’ ESG (environmental, social and governance) performance suffer from non-transparent jury selection processes. Furthermore, all companies that take part in the award receive an evaluation of the quality of their reporting. No jury here!

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Onclusive

OCTOBER 28, 2021

Corporate reputation has surpassed profitability in its importance to business success—today’s customers, employees, investors, and other stakeholders have many choices, and they are leaning toward companies with a stellar public image. The link between sustainability and corporate reputation. Richard Branson.

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Communications Conversations

OCTOBER 7, 2014

Yet, I know of AT LEAST two big companies in Minneapolis that are still using Lotus Notes. But here’s the thing: When your employees go home at night, what programs and platforms are they using? And it’s systems like Lotus Notes that are killing employees. Because employees don’t discriminate.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 4, 2022

We download information and ask questions, probing for the key points of the narrative we envision will make the company stand out. They’re also important; in fact, a company shouldn’t be in business if it can’t point to high quality and talented employees. It galvanized the entire company. Get personal.

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PRSay

APRIL 15, 2021

Companies and organizations of all sizes today are increasingly under pressure — from activists to employees — to speak out on high-profile political and social issues. In this tumultuous past year, stakeholders want to know where companies and CEOs stand. In the era of accountability, accountability is the crucible of trust.

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Onclusive

OCTOBER 22, 2020

Today, I am excited to announce that Onclusive and The RepTrak Company have entered into a strategic partnership to combine the world’s leading reputation metrics with AI-powered media analytics. Ultimately, each company aims to provide its customers with a more holistic reputation and media analytics solution to meet the moment.

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Presspage

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

Using ESG reporting as a strategic tool A successful ESG reporting strategy should outline the environmental impact of a company while clarifying its social responsibility and governance structures. Aside from this achievement, the release also explained the company’s ESG focus and its Climate Action Plan.

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Institute for Public Relations

JULY 20, 2023

CB Bhattacharya and Rob Jekielek analyzed whether employers were prompting employees to conduct business with sustainability in mind. Key findings include: … Continue reading Sustainability Progress is Stalled at Most Companies →

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Stephen Waddington

JULY 16, 2021

There are several forces in play: Areas of the economy that shut down are reopening and organisations are firmly in recovery-mode The pandemic has created a new set of roles is areas such as employee engagement and sustainability Entry level roles are reopening as organisation begin to figure out the balance between home and office working.

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PRSay

MAY 3, 2023

According to its “ 2023 Global Communications Report ,” tangible benefits accrue to companies that build and maintain positive reputations. In an era of activism, politics and polarization, when no one seems to agree about anything, building the reputation of any company is like solving a Rubik’s cube. Every move is connected.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 19, 2023

The failure here was really one of governance, of course. By Monday, most of OpenAI’s rank-and-file employees were threatening to follow them. After the outcry from the company’s most important stakeholders — both investors and its workforce — the Board members were replaced and Altman’s position restored.

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Victorious PR

JULY 11, 2022

Let’s say you run a reputable company. You know it’s reputable because you personally vet and hire each employee; have strong company values that you live by; inspire your employees to live by them as well; and do your best to make sure your company is ethical, moral, and genuine.

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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. In doing so, it joins at least five other PR tech companies that have done the same.

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Stephen Waddington

MAY 4, 2021

Investment and financial performance will drive economic recovery from COVID-19 but it will need to be balanced with Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) performance and risk. Companies have carried commitments to meeting broader social responsibilities for many years, acting on them with varying degrees of sincerity.

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Sword and the Script

MARCH 2, 2021

Years later, I’d land the company that bought the divested business as a client, so it was interesting to see the outcome compared with the rationale for buying and selling at the time. In 2017, the company acquired a then buzzy new tool called BuzzSumo, which is also based in the U.K. This includes PRophet , Propel , and SignalAI.

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PRSay

JULY 10, 2023

Just a few months ago, companies could stay above the political fray. As recent controversies surrounding Bud Light and Target have demonstrated, gone are the days when a company could get by with issuing a belated, carefully neutral statement in response to a political issue. Now, that is no longer true. Ron DeSantis in March 2022.

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5W PR

JANUARY 1, 2023

Investing in CSR can help companies develop a corporate reputation, and attract customers while protecting businesses from any damage to their reputation, as well as helping them recover faster after a PR crisis. This is a great way for companies to give back to their communities and customers that have supported the business in the past.

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Onclusive

MARCH 9, 2023

As policies on protections for women & minorities have been passed by governments over the years, gender inequality and workplace fairness have become top news stories. That’s why many companies are now taking a more public stand on raising awareness of this issue, as well as making efforts to close their own gaps internally.

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Bianchi Biz Blog

OCTOBER 14, 2021

During our recent study of ESG (environmental, social and governance) reporting habits of the top 25 North American automotive suppliers (according to Automotive News’ Top Suppliers Listing), we uncovered some 200 topics which we categorized into 12 larger buckets. related to Employee Health / Safety. Here’s the category breakdown.

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Landis PR

APRIL 29, 2024

It also provides information on key economic indicators, government initiatives, and advice for foreign companies looking to navigate Finland’s media environment. It should be pointed out that many large companies have found Finland a lucrative country to invest in. For the original blog, please visit here.

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PRSay

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

The First Amendment exists to protect us from the government censoring and punishing our speech. It’s technically not a First Amendment issue, because it’s not the government censoring or punishing you for your speech. You’re not speaking [as an employee], but as a private citizen. We are weeks away from the U.S.

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5W PR

MARCH 23, 2020

Companies and corporations are scrambling to adjust to what the COVID-19 pandemic means for day-to-day business. Industries and states that haven’t already been restricted by government policy are wondering if it’s time to close shop, or what to do if an employee contracts the virus. Encourage sick employees to stay home.

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Axia PR

JUNE 25, 2023

There are 7 ways CISOs can prepare their company for a cyber incident. It’s important to prepare for a cyberattack well in advance by communicating with your critical audiences –– board, leadership, management, employees, customers, industry, regulatory agencies, government, and other stakeholders.

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Stern + Associates

NOVEMBER 13, 2023

So, what changed in 2023 when it comes to executive visibility and the ways company leaders communicated with stakeholders? Obviously, companies cannot and perhaps should not take a public stance on every issue. The key is to make sure the stance aligns with audiences and company values/goals.

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Stephen Waddington

OCTOBER 13, 2020

These stories have been recorded and published in a report published by the Government Communication Service (GCS) COVID-19 Advisory Panel. It met weekly during the UK national lockdown and provided representation to the Government on behalf of industry.

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Stern + Associates

JULY 27, 2023

Driven by a political backlash, the notion that environmental, social and governance (“ESG”) issues should play a key role in business and investment has been widely challenged or even outright attacked in some cases. Rather, companies will need to be more specific, deliberate and focused on real impact when they talk about sustainability.

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Stephen Waddington

JUNE 29, 2021

A discussion in The House of Marketing, Media and PR community of practice suggested that R&D tax relief credits provided a direct intervention for established companies. This is a government incentive aimed at encouraging innovation among UK companies. Companies can claim relief across a range of costs.

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Flack's Revenge

AUGUST 6, 2019

It was a more innocent time and easier for businesses to step up to the plate when government was not doing its job. What all these companies have in common is a cadre of leaders ready to stick to their principles and take the heat. Frank Strong mentioned the importance of employee concerns. Should brands take a stand?

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Reputation Us

MARCH 27, 2023

The rise of the awareness of ESG—environmental, social and governance—and its importance started to truly take form three years ago. Once considered a niche for large global companies, improving ESG goals has become a focus for organizations of all sizes across industries and geographies.

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Wadds Inc.

MARCH 19, 2024

In a management context, internal communications is the function that deals with an organisation's most important intangible asset - its relationships with employees. It’s measured by means of employee engagement. Dr Kevin Ruck, Mike Pounsford and Howard Kraise will share outcomes from their project on employee listening.

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ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

DECEMBER 6, 2019

We specialize in messaging to those very stakeholders, especially employees, partners, and customers. ” Increasingly, Americans expect companies to act on those issues they can impact. Where individual governments have failed, some companies have taken action. Business Must Serve Stakeholders.

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Agility PR Solutions

MARCH 29, 2020

In midst of all the stress and uncertainty about the coronavirus pandemic, it’s important for companies to communicate. Messages to clients, customers and employees should be clear and concise, showing you are in control and staying abreast of the hourly updates from health and government officials.

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5W PR

JANUARY 15, 2024

This includes employees, customers, investors, the media, and the broader community. Communicating the reasons behind changes, outlining the benefits, and addressing concerns proactively can garner support from employees and other stakeholders.

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Onclusive

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Corporate Communications As companies grow, corporate communications become more important. Corporate communicators regularly work with stakeholders across the organization to develop and distribute pertinent info to employees and key affiliates. Feel free to start a free trial to get an understanding of the tool.

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Communications Conversations

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

A company called Stackla recently surveyed consumers and marketers in the UK about social content preferences. Is it because brand governance structures just don’t allow for the risk-taking that more authentic content will bring? Your employees! This is what we see in our feeds from brands in 2022, right?

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Bianchi Biz Blog

MARCH 18, 2021

Doing your first ESG (environmental, social and governance) report is not as simple or straight-forward as it seems. It is one of the most important reports a company does for responsible investors and key stakeholders. A materiality assessment enables a company to figure out what to report on – the most material ESG topics.

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