Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 5, 2021

Onclusive adds features, becomes all-in-one PR software tool; Agility PR Solutions adds AI; Q4 releases IR event hosting tool; an odd rebrand by SocialChorus and Dynamic Signal; Intrado rebrands as Notified; Meltwater Q2 earnings. Here’s the monthly PR Tech Sum rounding news and links from the world of PR technology.

Software 152

Software Tools Print Technology 152

Agility PR Solutions

DECEMBER 2, 2019

A large majority (84 percent) of communicators want to implement some form of measurement to determine employee engagement, but they say they often lack the budget and technological resources to do so, according to new research from internal email comms firm PoliteMail Software.

Internal 117

Internal International Measurement Corporate 117

Sword and the Script

APRIL 11, 2023

PR software providers Notified (Globe Newswire), Propel, Muck Rack, Presspage and PRophet add generative AI to their platforms, joining Agility and Burrelles PR pros should keep an open mind about AI and how it can help them do their job. And that’s why I think PR needs to start experimenting with this stuff sooner rather than later.

Software 78

Software Company Pitching Training 78

Onclusive

DECEMBER 6, 2021

Last week, we reviewed the ROI rankings of the top media monitoring and PR analytics software solutions, including Onclusive, Meltwater, Cision and Muck Rack, based on the G2 Crowd 2021 report. We are the category leaders when it comes to local, national and international media monitoring: What makes Onclusive stand out from the pack?

Media 370

Media Comparison Software Enterprise 370

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 1, 2020

Internal comms tool SocialChorus acquired by a PE firm; Burton-Taylor digs up revenue numbers; Nexis Newsdesk Simplifies news search; Propel adds broadcast monitoring Welcome to the beginning of September. Though I do my best to keep tabs on news from PR technology providers for these roundups, I occasionally I miss one.

Internal 147

Internal International Tools Software 147

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 122

Technology Publicity Software Print 122

Sword and the Script

OCTOBER 3, 2023

BuzzSumo edges into PR with journalist database for SMBs; Poppulo adds generative AI for internal comms; why don’t PR software vendors follow basic PR standard practices? I believe the generative AI is based on OpenAI technology, which makes ChatGPT. 100 million internal comms platform.

Analysis 142

Analysis Tools Software SMB 142

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.

Tools 370

Tools Report Comparison Media 370

Bianchi Biz Blog

JUNE 16, 2022

Automotive and vehicle technology suppliers: The Detroit auto show is back. The reconfigured and revitalized show will feature a blend of hands-on automotive activations, traditional vehicle exhibits and its expanded showcase of automotive innovation and technology, AutoMobili-D.

Technology 86

Technology Automotive Mobile Conference 86

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JULY 14, 2020

With news cycles changing moment to moment, the savvy use of simple technology tools by PR professionals has never been more important. But with many services available and tech evolving rapidly, picking the right software can help boost strategic communications for a brand. UberConference. SimilarWeb. That’s where SimilarWeb comes in.

Tools 295

Tools Software Survey Meeting 295

Presspage

JANUARY 23, 2024

‘Still, if you’re a PR or communications professional, the last thing you want is to waste precious time using outdated software and tools. That’s why we firmly believe in leveraging technology to save time that you can then devote to building personal relationships and working more proactively without wasting time on piecemeal solutions.

Software 78

Software Internal International Digital PR 78

Flack's Revenge

APRIL 13, 2022

Internal PR teams also rely on PR tech. Tech can help, but it is not always easy to know where to invest. Agencies need to decide how much to spend and how to earn ROI from their tech investments. Ideally, it helps them up their game without excessive fee impact. Thanks again Frank, for coming on the podcast and sharing your expertise.

Software 156

Software Tools Technology Resources 156

Bianchi Biz Blog

APRIL 3, 2024

Powered by SAE International®, the global leader in connecting and educating engineers, WCX provides an unmatched opportunity to see all the moving parts in today’s mobility industry and the groundbreaking innovations that are shaping the next phase. of Energy, the U.S. Dept of Transportation and more.

Automotive 97

Automotive Mobile Trade Shows Engineering 97

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

Cision

NOVEMBER 30, 2016

After graduating college many moons ago, I moved to California as a journalist working for International Data Group (IDG). In the process, I became a software product nerd. This is a company that sits at the intersection of the things I love: software, media, marketing, communications, and journalism.

Software 0

Software Media Leadership Journalism 0

Sword and the Script

DECEMBER 5, 2023

million seed round Twice in my career, I’ve worked for companies that acquired several software companies with the intent of mashing them together. In the PR software space, I think we have yet to see that – period. It last bought SocialChorus, perhaps one of the best-known internal comms platforms for $100 million in 2020.

Software 130

Software Reddit Technology B2B 130

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.

Automotive 99

Automotive Mobile Government Technology 99

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 28, 2020

Notified says some customers use this for internal communications too. A search of several review sites – G2, Capterra, TrustRadius and Software Advice – did not produce any reviews at the time of this writing. PR technology trails, by a long shot, the technology capabilities offered to marketing. 9) PR tech assessment.

Software 113

Software Tools Publicity System 113

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 20, 2023

As summer blooms along the French Riviera, the world’s leading creative talents are gathering once again for the Cannes Lions International Festival of Creativity. ” Okay, so maybe people aren’t shouting about tools and software for advertisers. Despite the economic downturn, these giants remain key players at Cannes.

Creativity 156

Creativity Meeting Advertising Advertising 156

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 9, 2024

In this edition: Cision silently rebrands HARO; Meltwater’s dealmaking continues; PR tech briefs and mentions content picks There have been so many private equity (PE) deals among PR technology companies, that it’s easy to lose track of who owns what. Yet, it’s important to pay attention to this stuff if your business buys PR software.

Brand 147

Brand Branding Reddit Pitching 147

Sword and the Script

JUNE 7, 2022

Scale to compete with incumbents; Prowly adds media monitoring; Cision releases internal DE&I report; World’s First-Ever NFT Press Release. There’s another factor at play here too – and that’s the track record of M&A in PR software. This isn’t a PR tech story per se, but it is an interesting use of technology in PR.

Software 85

Software Internal International Pitching 85

Sword and the Script

JUNE 6, 2023

PR has a reputation for being notoriously slow to adopt technology – so if you want an easy way to get ahead of your peers – try experimenting with this stuff a little bit. Like other vendors that have already released features or products, the Meltwater gAI feature is based on OpenAI technology, which is the company behind ChatGPT.

Survey 144

Survey Software B2B Pitching 144

Sword and the Script

MARCH 7, 2023

This month’s PR technology summary includes: Cision partners with video ad network Captivate; Q4 enhances investor relations CRM software; Updates from Notified, and Earnings from Meltwater and Q4; PR tech people on the move and more. Q4 releases software enhancements for investor relations Investor relations software provider Q4 Inc.

Software 124

Software Analytics Technology Video 124

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 141

Technology Crisis Management Social Media Training 141

Onclusive

DECEMBER 6, 2019

It’s critical to keep up with the latest trends, technologies, and methodologies so that your company doesn’t miss opportunities and get left behind. . Attendees can learn how new technologies and innovative processes are fundamentally changing what our work will look like in the next two to five years. AMEC Global Summit.

Conference 329

Conference Marketing Case Study Measurement 329

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

JUNE 17, 2021

For international meetings, remember that the world clock app is your friend. It’s important to note cultural differences across international time zones. Embrace technology. Technology has allowed teams to work from anywhere, anytime. We have a client, DoubleVerify, who has comms teams across the globe.

How To 272

How To Employee Meeting Internal 272

Onclusive

MAY 31, 2018

Crisis preparedness and internal education can aid you before a crisis hits, and having the right monitoring and measurement tools in place can provide you the insights you need throughout a crisis. AirPR Software shows that media coverage and Facebook social media activity significantly slowed after Johnson’s apology.

Crisis 191

Crisis Data Software Privacy 191

ImPRessions - Crenshaw Communications

FEBRUARY 10, 2021

But we do have those days where it may be after hours and we need to be connected in case of an emergency, especially working with international media or companies. We geek out over the latest tech announcements – For anyone who doesn’t work in tech, things like the latest product launch or software update are not important.

Product Launch 296

Product Launch Training Interviews Software 296

Onclusive

OCTOBER 12, 2021

Here are the key elements of a well-rounded communications budget to consider: Team headcount and salaries Agency retainers, including media relations & crisis communications Owned media and contributed content development Technology tools, such as media monitoring, media database and internal communication platforms for employee engagement.

Resources 195

Resources Technology Data Tools 195

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

Internal communications: PR practitioners may also be responsible for communicating with employees and stakeholders within an organization. Adaptability: PR is a rapidly evolving field, and PR practitioners must be able to adapt to new trends and technologies in order to be successful. How is technology being used in public relations?

Interviews 98

Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 98

PRSay

JULY 9, 2021

An example that immediately comes to mind involves technology. While I have supported leaders and augmented organizational capabilities with my own expertise, I have also gained invaluable knowledge from interns and account executives under my supervision — for which I remain grateful. Photo credit: netflix ].

Nonprofit 218

Nonprofit Employee Internal International 218

Sword and the Script

FEBRUARY 2, 2022

SEO vendor that dabbles in PR technology buys an audience and adds an influencer to their team. It doesn’t happen often, but we’ve seen software companies in the PR space run this play before. Semrush did the inverse: the SEO software company acquired the European PR software Prowly in 2020. Case in point?

SEO 130

SEO Content Marketing Marketing Software 130

Presspage

MAY 31, 2023

In this blog post, we delve into: the concept of brand narrative control: the reasons behind the struggle; and how software solutions enable communication teams to overcome these challenges Only then Communication teams unlock the full potential of their storytelling! But fear not, a solution is near by!

Brand 78

Brand Branding Storytelling Software 78

Onclusive

SEPTEMBER 23, 2019

Lead and track multiple cross team projects to successful delivery.The projects will range from software tools development to cross-org process changes. . Proactively look for opportunities to meet internal customer and all stakeholder needs . Ability to master new technologies quickly . Responsibilities: .

Engineering 150

Engineering Enterprise Construction Software 150

Sword and the Script

JULY 6, 2021

This month’s roundup of PR technology news is a two-fer: there’s two months’ worth of news here. Notified by Intrado is the only other PR software tool I’m aware of that recommends contacts to consider pitching. The pricing is based on the number of categories you subscribe to receive – i.e. technology, health care, etc.

Pitching 88

Pitching Report Software Survey 88

Sword and the Script

MARCH 2, 2021

The first reason is to acquire a new piece of technology. Over the course of my career, I’ve lived through two acquisitions, contributed to internal and external comms for several more, and at different organizations, and even did a divestiture. AI is something that is missing from most of the incumbent PR software tools.

Company 148

Company Tools Technology Software 148

Onclusive

DECEMBER 17, 2018

The financing will fuel investment in engineering, data science and product development and accelerate the expansion of the company’s international footprint. We have brought on a team with a unique blend of marketing, communication, analytics, and software experience.”.

Analytics 150

Analytics Data Big Data Technology 150