The state of business stability has rarely been so vulnerable—today's geopolitical turmoil, shaky economy, intensifying natural disasters, cybersecurity breaches, supply chain disruptions, and other challenges are testing the resiliency of companies like never before....
Data management will determine the leaders in the AI revolution: How can you be sure your data-infrastructure house is in order?
The AI age is fraught with challenges that have many leaders worried as they prepare to deploy it more widely, including a sizable skills gap among employees, concerns about ethical and responsible use, and more recently, the fake input and threats of malicious...
Why reputation marketing matters now more than ever—and how to implement a strategy
What do people think of your brand? Whether opinions or stories are on social media, in the press, or pasted online for the world to see, it has always mattered to businesses. In fact, you may already have a reputation management strategy where team members deal with...
The fear is still real: Many Americans think AI will take their jobs
As business and society continue to integrate AI into so many facets of work and life—and despite what many leaders have said about AI enhancing their workforces, not replacing people—nearly three-quarters of American adults (74 percent) surveyed nevertheless fear...
9 in 10 companies have experienced AI-enhanced email attacks, and continued use of AI will open up more risks—here’s what you should know
AI has ushered in a new era of efficient business operations and processes, but as expected, the tech is proliferating in malicious ways as well. New research reveals the alarming rise in the use of AI by cybercriminals in scaling and crafting sophisticated email...
Mastering the art of receptive PR: Tips for turning internal feedback into growth
Negative feedback is always tough to take. Even if you’re an experienced PR pro, criticism can take the wind out of your sails and leave you feeling a little unsure. In reality, regular feedback is a blessing—92 percent of people say constructive criticism improves...
Exploring the role of public relations in promoting a culture of safety
In the fast-paced and interconnected world, organizations across industries face a multitude of safety challenges. From workplace and product safety to crisis response and community safety, maintaining a strong safety culture is paramount. This is why public relations...
How AI will reshape retail over the next 12 months: Most brands will be using machine learning and computer vision tech within the next year
When metaverse technology came within reach of brands and retailers early last year, consumers couldn’t wait to experience it in their shopping journeys, urging retailers to get on board with the tech ASAP. Just a few months later, the metaverse spark went out—or...
The role of effective communication in exceptional customer support
Customer support is essential for any company that wants to position itself amongst the best of the best. This component is utterly important in ensuring that customers have their needs fully covered. Some businesses tend to underestimate the importance of customer...
New travel industry analysis reveals airline brands’ biggest social media stumbles
One of the biggest faux pas in social media marketing is neglecting to engage with customers there, especially if they directly ask you a question. And even though the airline industry has seen monumental growth over the last year as pre-pandemic travel patterns...
Brands and politics: As campaigning ramps up this week, the deeply polarized state of US affairs could drag down a quarter of Fortune 500 brands
The seemingly never-ending electioneering in America is about to ramp up again as Republican candidates take the stage for the first debate of the 2024 Presidential election cycle. The divisive and often dangerous impact that US politics is having on citizens is...
4 ways to close the digital marketing skills gap in your organization
For your organization to succeed in today’s fast-paced world, it must be able to communicate its message and products deftly through online platforms. However, Canada is facing a digital skills gap. The new technologies deemed crucial today were far from mainstream...