Sword and the Script

AUGUST 4, 2020

The phrase is intended to account for the additional ways a person or company could earn visibility on the web, including traditional news – but more importantly beyond it. Many of the PR technology vendors I track for the monthly PR Tech Sum put a greater emphasis on earned media than media relations in their messaging.

Media Relations 149

Media Relations Media Print Software 149

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 19, 2021

Vendors are giving us reason to be optimistic about public relations technology – from AI that will predict your pitching success to more tangible PR measurement and attribution. Years ago, I had the opportunity to be a PR director for a publicly-traded company that developed and sold software to the PR market.

Technology 169

Technology Publicity Software Pitching 169

Bianchi Biz Blog

NOVEMBER 9, 2020

Is media relations dead? In fact, a recent article in the BusinessWire Blog called Media Outlet Availability on PR Efforts , by Christopher S. Penn, Chief Data Scientist with TrustInsights.ai, cites some revealing statistics about the shrinking number of media outlets and the challenge for PR and media relations.

Media Relations 101

Media Relations Automotive Media Newspapers 101

Sword and the Script

JULY 5, 2022

July is usually a slow month for this monthly roundup of technology news across the PR landscape – and this month is no exception. Media lists and spreadsheets. A statistic in a new report on PR technology caught my eye. Reporters change beats and publications so often that the cost to keep media databases up-to-date is high.

Technology 93

Technology Software Survey Internal 93

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 10, 2023

As a PR agency that works with high-growth companies, including many technology brands, we talk a lot about why public relations is important for the tech industry. With complex subjects to distill and technical and product-based pitfalls to address, disruptive technology needs PR.

Technology 266

Technology Television Web Social Media 266

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 17, 2023

If you are striving to build your short list of PR and communications technology vendors, this long but neatly organized list of companies and resources might prove helpful . My last PR tech sum went up in November of last year – and very little in the way of substantive news has happened in the PR technology community since.

Technology 93

Technology Software Resources Pitching 93

Bianchi Biz Blog

AUGUST 8, 2022

I’m the Technology Editor at IndustryWeek magazine. I write for the C-suite and technology leaders in the manufacturing industry about technologies and their practical benefits. I think it’s essential to make clear that technology initiatives are not the exclusive purview of huge companies with matching budgets.

Technology 93

Technology Meeting Media Analytics 93

Critical Mention

AUGUST 7, 2020

NEW YORK — Critical Mention, the leading earned media platform, has announced the promotion of Vishal Padhye to Chief Technology Officer. As exciting as this is for me personally, I am even more excited to be leading an incredible team of technology professionals into a new era at Critical Mention.”. “As About Critical Mention.

Technology 125

Technology Television Analytics Radio 125

Sword and the Script

JULY 7, 2020

A handful of companies that make software for public relations are staking a claim on the term. Managing customer relationships is a business process that’s virtually impossible to perform at scale without technology, even as the term CRM has become synonymous with the technology. Welcome to the second half of 2020!

Technology 123

Technology Publicity Software Print 123

Sword and the Script

MARCH 14, 2023

I kept thinking about this example as Aaron Kwittken demoed the software his company, PRophet , is developing. In 2010, he sold his agency to an advertising holdings company for an estimated $10-$15 million. In 2010, he sold his agency to an advertising holdings company for an estimated $10-$15 million. So how does it work?

Software 85

Software Media Relations Pitching Media 85

Sword and the Script

AUGUST 8, 2023

SaaS companies have an average of 38 active cases studies that are between 500-1,000 words in both HTML and PDF format; here’s how they incentives customers, sales and customer success to solicit new case studies Case studies are a pillar of B2B marketing, particularly in technology circles like software-as-a-service (SaaS).

Case Study 123

Case Study Study Company B2B 123

Landis PR

FEBRUARY 21, 2022

Publishing company Pressbooks defines media relations as “the mutually beneficial relationship between journalists and public relations professionals.” . From a PR perspective, the media can be a terrific way to raise the profile of your company/client company and its products/services.

Media Relations 52

Media Relations Publicity Sports Media 52

Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 1, 2023

In the rapidly evolving automotive and mobility industry, staying ahead of the curve is essential for success, especially for newer entrants in this space offering software-defined vehicle tech, V2X, connectivity, lidar and other sensor and processing technologies for ADAS, autonomous vehicles, electric vehicles, and shared vehicles.

Automotive 72

Automotive Mobile Technology Trade Shows 72

PRSay

DECEMBER 7, 2023

Greentarget, the strategic communications firm where I work as director of media relations, recently surveyed 100 journalism students and new professionals in the field. The news media will continue to grapple with social, economic and technological changes.

Journalism 188

Journalism Real Estate Survey Report 188

Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 29, 2023

9-12, 2024, CES, which has become one of the most important automotive industry shows in the world, brings together manufacturers, developers and suppliers of consumer technology, content, technology delivery systems and more to address the industry’s biggest challenges. Taking place Jan.

Mobile 75

Mobile Technology Automotive Trade Shows 75

Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 5, 2018

Media relations remains an important part of the execution of a public relations campaign alongside paid, shared and owned media. Much of the modern public relations business grew up out of media relations and publicity, rooted in storytelling and editorial engagement. Everyone knows how they work.

Media Relations 115

Media Relations Media Print Newspapers 115

PRSay

JUNE 6, 2019

Neither will earning coverage in the same media outlets you always have. We need to earn our way into communication vehicles produced by third parties our audiences already trust , whether those third parties are media or other companies or thought leaders. Get more media pitching knowledge from Michael Smart here.

Media Relations 147

Media Relations Media Training Pitching 147

Bianchi Biz Blog

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

Jerry Hirsch is the technology and innovation editor at Automotive News. Everything about advanced transportation technology for light vehicles, commercial vehicles and heavy-duty Class 4-8 trucks, VTOL aircraft, drones, and micromobility such as scooters and e-bikes. Describe the craziest or most fun story you have written.

Automotive 75

Automotive Technology Meeting Transportation 75

Bianchi Biz Blog

DECEMBER 2, 2021

The trends of electrified, connected, autonomous and shared vehicles are rapidly changing the game … not only for automakers but also for the entire vehicle technology supply chain ecosystem. During that time, we have also dealt with many changes in the traditional and digital media and public relations environments.

Automotive 68

Automotive Technology Engineering Trade Shows 68

Cision

APRIL 14, 2015

Since the start of public relations, media placements have been the holy grail of PR success. However, with shrinking newsrooms and journalists being bombarded with pitches, how does a media relations campaign stand a chance in this new age? The Media Won’t Cover You if They Don’t Know You. His solution?

Media Relations 120

Media Relations Media Pitching Measurement 120

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 9, 2021

Media relations is a huge part of any PR program , given the third-party validation that comes with earned media. Industry analyst relations (AR) can be a foundation for lead generation. And much like media relations, there are nuances involved. Who are analysts? Navigating the pay-to-play landscape.

Wireless 309

Wireless B2B Report Media Relations 309

Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 11, 2024

Photo: Consumer Technology Association (CTA)® CES continues to be an important venue for many automotive and vehicle technology suppliers and decision makers, according to data recently released by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA), which produces CES. Should a vehicle technology supplier participate in CES?

Automotive 99

Automotive Mobile Government Technology 99

Cision

MAY 19, 2015

Stacey Miller , the senior social and media relations manager at Cision , was a recent guest on the TechnologyAdvice Expert Interview Series to share her insights on PR and marketing software. Stacey: The biggest shift is social media and communications. Companies are able to reach their prospects and clients in a new way.

Analytics 120

Analytics Media Relations Media Software 120

Onclusive

DECEMBER 1, 2021

If you’ve ever evaluated PR agencies or communications technology providers, you have likely considered how their solutions compare to each other and how they fit your needs. Why technology ROI matters. But have you also looked at their potential Return on Investment, or ROI?

How To 397

How To Software Media Analytics 397

Bianchi Biz Blog

MAY 26, 2022

5-8, 2023, with Media Days Jan. 3-4 , CES is the most influential tech event in the world, bringing together companies, including manufacturers, developers and suppliers of consumer technology, content, technology delivery systems and more to address the industry’s most relevant issues. Taking place Jan.

Mobile 87

Mobile Technology Automotive Meeting 87

Sword and the Script

APRIL 2, 2024

Top stories in today’s summary of PR news: Cision shutters the HARO brand; Agility adds “Intelligent Insights”; PR tech company replaces employees with AI On the first Tuesday of every month, I sort through all the news I can find on PR technology or comms tech and present it in a summary post like this one.

Reddit 176

Reddit Software B2B Technology 176

Victorious PR

JANUARY 27, 2023

Cryptocurrency and blockchain technology are rapidly growing and evolving industries, and as such, they are also subject to intense scrutiny from the media. Let’s discuss some key strategies for managing media relations as a crypto company and how public relations can help you build trust and credibility with your target audience.

Company 52

Company Real Estate Strategy Publicity 52

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

OCTOBER 23, 2023

The acquisition represents a milestone for Mod Op, as it marks the company’s first strategic move into public relations. “We The addition of Crenshaw Communications accelerates our mission to empower brands by elevating the use of talented people who understand technology and its impact on the businesses we serve.

Agency 156

Agency Communications B2C Creativity 156

Onclusive

DECEMBER 14, 2021

This week, our blog series comparing top media monitoring and PR analytics software solutions, including Onclusive, Meltwater, Cision and Muck Rack, continues with an overview of media contact database, campaign management and reporting tools. Solutions for your media relations workflow. PR Manager, Enterprise Company.

Tools 370

Tools Report Comparison Media 370

Shift Communications

JANUARY 18, 2018

I made the move from Boston to SF four months ago and couldn’t be happier to be in the hub for technology and healthcare innovation. As an AE who’s day-to-day consists of securing media coverage and building relationships with reporters, sitting 10 feet away from these “celebrities” reminded me that they are just like everyone else!

Media Relations 76

Media Relations Healthcare Media Hotels 76

Solo PR Pro

AUGUST 5, 2019

There’s no doubt that technology continues to have an impact on the PR industry. Let’s look at the trends discovered in the 2019 edition of this report — PR: Tech – The Future of Technology in Communication. SOURCE: Annenberg Center for Public Relations, USC & Weiss-Blatt, Nirit. 2019 Global Communication Report.

Technology 66

Technology Trends Survey Report 66

Landis PR

DECEMBER 11, 2023

Note: This is a reposted blog by our Public Relations Global Network Partner, Nick Leighton – NettResults. A well-orchestrated communications strategy is pivotal for fostering company growth in today’s competitive business landscape. For the original blog, please visit here. Now is the time to plan for 2024.

Strategy 59

Strategy Company Communications Construction 59

Sword and the Script

APRIL 23, 2019

Three question areas in particular – about goals, issues and technology – stood out to me. If the country is divided, you can bet for most companies, their employees and customers are too. Technology companies should support Net Neutrality – we should treat the internet as a public utility – because everyone is so dependent on it.

Technology 128

Technology Study Communications Survey 128

Onclusive

JANUARY 26, 2022

Savvy communicators know that there is more to a perfect pitch than simply good writing, and media relations is not just about distributing these stories to the media. One way to do that is to use smart technology to help you out. This means that pitching must start with the right data and end with measurement.

Pitching 370

Pitching Data Privacy Writing 370

Bianchi Biz Blog

JANUARY 7, 2021

As the business development director for a growing services firm ( we’ll call it Company B ), he is charged with expanding Company B’s presence and business in the Detroit automotive market. Fortunately, though, Company B has recently done some credible work for an Asian-based automaker. Mark has a problem. Enter the PR Firm.

Agency 96

Agency Automotive Company Mobile 96

Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 17, 2021

Auto suppliers and vehicle technology companies seeking PR opportunities, take note: CES is back (taking place Jan. 5-8, 2022, with Media Days Jan. 3-4) and it offers a lot of public relations and market attention opportunities, but you have to act fast. If you have already secured your spot for 2022, great!

Technology 86

Technology Automotive Trade Shows Hotels 86

Bianchi Biz Blog

MARCH 7, 2024

This sector’s growth is complemented by robust capital markets and a surging real estate industry, alongside advancements in renewable energy technologies and the burgeoning natural gas market. This multifaceted economy highlights Israel’s significant role in shaping global trends in technology and business.

Print 104

Print Marketing Real Estate Automotive 104