Trends Influencing the Market The outlook for 2024 is cautiously optimistic. The early months are anticipated to follow the trends observed in 2023. However, as interest rates stabilize and there’s a better alignment of valuation expectations between buyers and sellers, the latter part of the year will see an increase in M&A activity. This shift […]
An Immersive Interconnected World: A seismic shift is underway as the world moves to the fifth industrial revolution with the harmonious coming together of machine human collaboration. We live in a hyper connected world with artificial intelligence and virtual reality redefining how we live. As a result brands are investing their marketing budgets in cutting […]
The move to hyper-digitalisation The marketing landscape is undergoing significant transformation, fueled by various factors including hyper digitalisation, the thirst for personalisation, the investment in GenAI and the natural shifts in consumer behaviour engaging with an unpredictable global economy. Being aware of some of the newest trends is vital for crafting strategies that improve business […]
The introduction of the Video Assistant Referee (VAR) to English club football in January this year was met with optimism, however, its use in the recent rounds of the FA Cup in particular has led to strong criticism of the system. Despite the success of this sort of technology in sports such as Rugby, Tennis […]
It is estimated that at least 90% of marketers believe in the value of employing influencer marketing strategies. What is an influencer? Someone who can change shopper behaviour, introduce new trends and impact purchasing decisions. It is a strategy which many high street brands, who have a very specific demographic, utilise to great effect. The […]
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Dark MarTech sounds ominous and will prove to be for many companies. So, what is “Dark MarTech”? It is home grown marketing technology that Brands build themselves internally, ranging from simple spreadsheet applications to fully grown digital asset, campaign and content management solutions. Often driven by a desire to develop a short-term solution for a […]