Martech

JUNE 17, 2025

Join us for a live panel discussion on how top brands are using Customer Data Platforms (CDPs) to unify customer data, streamline operations, and build real-time profiles that drive measurable growth. The post Turn real-time data into smarter customer journeys appeared first on MarTech.

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Martech

OCTOBER 15, 2024

We make purchase decisions based on whether or not we trust brands. The true foundation of marketing lies in building brands that create demand but also build trust. And even if your product is as amazing as your marketing purports, if your customer experience is poor, your buyers will lose trust in your brand.

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Martech

AUGUST 12, 2024

Prompt: How might a marketer for a large B2C company incorporate a CDP into their martech stack to improve the customer experience, increase customer engagement, and increase conversion rates? Centralized customer data management Unified customer profiles: A CDP aggregates data from various sources (e.g.,

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Martech

OCTOBER 29, 2024

Customer data platforms (CDPs) are a versatile tool in the martech stack. If you don’t already have a centralized database for your customer data, a CDP can serve you well in that function. But don’t assume that if you already have a customer database there’s no need for a CDP. That’s not always true.

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Martech

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The All-England Lawn Tennis Club’s decision to replace Wimbledon’s human line judges with AI fundamentally changes the customer experience. This is just one example of AI’s growing role in customer experience, which is happening amidst an increase in customer expectations of that experience.

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Hubspot Marketing

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

An increasing number of smart brands are embracing the idea that engaging their ideal customers who speak other languages is an effective way to attract and convert more customers. However, the journeys consumers take to choose which brand to buy from are often more complex than it is for a typical media consumer.

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Sprout Social

JULY 23, 2024

With more brands revisiting the platform, marketers have a chance to make the platform a worthy addition to their marketing strategies in 2024 and beyond. This article will look at five of the best brands on Pinterest, discuss successful strategies and explain how to maximize your brand’s efforts on the platform.

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Hubspot Marketing

JULY 19, 2024

And as a result, brands didn’t often serve me well because of the things that make me different. Some Consumers Consistently Have Less Than Ideal Customer Experiences I conducted a research study for a client in 2022 to understand how consumers of hotels and bed and breakfasts think about belonging. Eliminate identity-based friction.

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Martech

AUGUST 13, 2024

Misnomer or not, the term has stuck, and in essence means the possibility of CDPs activating data within a customer’s data warehouse (or “lakehouse”). “Be absolutely engaging,” is the motto of customer engagement platform Braze. Some brands, indeed, have a mixture of needs.

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Martech

AUGUST 2, 2024

Let’s explore how customer value assessments evolve with data, using examples from probability theory to illuminate the powerful impact of information on business decisions. Behind two of them, there are goats, and behind one is a brand-new car. How much is a random person worth to your business?

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Martech

APRIL 8, 2025

Businesses need to decrease customer effort if they want to improve the perception of their brand, and better search and AI experiences can help, according to a new report. The report found customer effort is a significant determinant of brand perception and loyalty. Email: Business email address Sign me up!

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Martech

OCTOBER 30, 2024

Far too many content marketing programs fail to connect the brand to customer problems before the customer starts looking for a solution. At this crucial and overlooked point in the customer journey, most brands provide content about the product and the industry, when they should address specific customer pain points.

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Martech

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Mobile experience company Sinch announced RCS features are now available in the Sinch Customer Dashboard, allowing marketers to integrate rich content into mobile message (SMS) campaigns. In order to add RCS to mobile messaging campaigns, users first set up an RCS Agent in the Sinch Customer Dashboard. Customer Dashboard.

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Hootsuite

OCTOBER 9, 2024

The customer is always right. The success of your brand depends on their good word. That’s why customer advocates — those who shout their love for your brand — are worth their weight in sales. We’re sharing how you can use social listening to increase customer advocacy, including six inspiration-worthy examples.

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Sprout Social

JULY 24, 2024

The success of your business depends on how well you engage your customers. Highly engaged customers are more likely to buy from you and stay loyal to your brand. So you should stay on top of your customer engagement metrics to improve various aspects of your performance. What are customer engagement metrics?

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Martech

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

This assembly-line structure, effective in past years, struggles to keep pace with today’s customer expectations for timely, personalized interactions. Customers now expect brands to engage with them in ways that feel relevant, immediate and aligned with their needs.

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Customers.ai

JANUARY 3, 2025

But do you really know what your customers are thinking as they move from maybe to add to cart? For any marketer, understanding their journey is the key to doing the thing we all want to do – turning browsers into buyers and buyers into loyal fans. Youve got traffic. Youve got products. And its a must! Lets get into it.

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Martech

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

The All-England Lawn Tennis Club’s decision to replace Wimbledon’s human line judges with AI fundamentally changes the customer experience. This is just one example of AI’s growing role in customer experience, which is happening amidst an increase in customer expectations of that experience.

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Search Engine Land

OCTOBER 2, 2024

Whether you’re a small local business or a large brand, understanding Amazon’s advertising options can help you reach new customers and grow your business. Sponsored Brands. Sponsored Brand Ads in Purple, Sponsored Products Ads in Green. Sponsored Brand Ads Available platforms: Vendor Central.

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Martech

SEPTEMBER 11, 2024

Organizations often claim to be customer-centric. Many companies operate with rigid boundaries between the marketing, sales and customer success departments. This creates artificial barriers that negatively impact customer satisfaction and the company’s bottom line. UX/UI is in charge of making life easier for customers.

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Sprout Social

AUGUST 30, 2024

Strong digital customer service is an expectation, not an exception to the rule. Because the days of customers sitting on hold or reps saying “I don’t know” are long gone. Modern buyers expect customer care that’s swift, comprehensive and seamless. This can be a tall order for brands with limited personnel. Translation?

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Sprout Social

APRIL 8, 2025

They’ve emerged as powerful players in live brand activations and entertainment experiences that transcend traditional marketing. Were seeing influencers as red carpet correspondents at major award shows, participating in exclusive brand trips , hosting pop-up shops and much more.

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Martech

JANUARY 17, 2025

As the customer journey grows more complex in 2025, organizations need a best-in-class martech stack to deliver a seamless, data-driven experience across multiple channels. A CMS is vital in creating personalized experiences and connecting customer touchpoints across all channels. Connecting the customer journey.

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Martech

MARCH 10, 2025

Only humans can provide the genuine interaction and empathy to build lasting customer relationships. While AI can help identify your ideal customers, you must go old school to nurture them. “AI is a magnificent tool,” said Kyle Tudor, head of sales at Perfection and Custom, at last fall’s MarTech Conference.

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Martech

MAY 19, 2025

Q: What would a truly customer-centric buyers journey in B2B look like? Creating a customer-centric buyer’s journey in B2B that minimizes friction and allows for freely available information is an excellent approach to enhancing the overall customer experience. Want to ask your own question of MarTechBot?

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Vertical Response

JUNE 4, 2025

Ever wonder why customers seem to forget your brand? Its called marketing amnesia: why customers forget your brand and what to do about it, and it can really hurt your business. In this article, well dive into why it happens and what you can do to keep your brand fresh in the minds of your customers.

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Customers.ai

JANUARY 7, 2025

Heres a fun fact: 81% of businesses say email is their primary customer acquisition channel. But before you start picturing your email list exploding, lets pause for a reality check getting those emails in the first place is where most brands fumble. Are your customers info-hungry pros? Surprising? Book a Demo 1.

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Sprout Social

MAY 22, 2025

The latest Sprout Social Index shows that 73% of consumers will take their business elsewhere if a brand doesnt respond on social. Social is never static, and neither are the needs of the brands we serve. It allows brands to keep pace with changing consumer behavior while removing friction from their workflows. These arent bots.

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Martech

JULY 26, 2024

An optimized website is key for customer engagement and retention, impacting every phase of the customer journey. Here’s why a strong digital presence is indispensable: Strategic engagement : A website that strategically engages visitors with personalized experiences enhances customer loyalty and drives conversions.

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Sprout Social

SEPTEMBER 17, 2024

In today’s ever-changing retail landscape, brands are divided into two groups. Those who see social media marketing as a key part of their customer engagement strategy and those who view it as a nice to have. Social media is a go-to platform for retail customers. And this is true for every stage of the customer journey.

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Martech

DECEMBER 3, 2024

Media mix modeling (MMM) helps brands understand how marketing investments affect the bottom line. It originally focused on high-reach channels such as network television, print and radio to assess brand impact and audience reach. However, the modern consumer journey is now more complex and fragmented. Augmented reality (AR).

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Hubspot Marketing

NOVEMBER 4, 2024

AI tools can illuminate the dark funnel , where your potential customers might be researching via social media, Reddit, or other typically untraceable places. A 2024 study of European consumers showed an overwhelming willingness to engage with AI chatbots for customer service. Examples: SentiSum , Qualtrics 2.

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Litmus

JUNE 17, 2025

Email list hygiene and personalization data management are foundational for segmentation and personalization that your customers (and stakeholders) love. Email segmentation sorts your customers into groups based on traits they have in common. The way each of these email moves works is different, though. What is email segmentation?

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Martech

NOVEMBER 11, 2024

A martech center of excellence (COE) bridges strategy and execution, turning marketing ideas into powerful customer experiences. Each role is key in engaging customers, boosting conversions and supporting broader business goals. Running lifecycle campaigns that guide users through key stages of the customer journey.

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Martech

SEPTEMBER 19, 2024

Retail media networks (RMNs) are getting new in-store definitions and standards to help reach customers where they are, and where they shop. At IAB’s Connected Commerce Summit: Retail Reimagined in New York this week, brands, retailers and tech partners met to discuss the evolution of RMNs, an evolution that is clearly taking place.

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Hubspot Marketing

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

Just like each player of the team needs to work together to score a touchdown, the parts of your B2B conversion strategy need to work in harmony to catch website visitors and turn them into paying customers. Instead, it’s the first impression of what your brand offers. I like the way Lynch puts it. “In

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Martech

DECEMBER 9, 2024

However, hyper-personalization isnt just about algorithmsits about understanding the emotional and cultural context of customer interactions. Omnichannel integration requires human intuition Creating a seamless customer journey across channels is essential, especially as consumers increasingly research online and purchase offline.

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