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The modern-day consumer is more connected and online than ever before. This makes customers more demanding as a result, seeking convenience, personalisation and the right message at the right time from brands that they choose to buy from. Various factors such as the covid-19 pandemic, the cost-of-living crisis and new generations entering adult life have led these changes in consumer behaviour, impacting both ecommerce and B2B companies.

One tactic that marketers can adopt to engage with the modern-day consumer online is chatbots. When used correctly, chatbots can be a useful tool in your digital marketing toolkit to generate leads, enrich data, drive revenue growth and provide a personalised customer experience. In this blog, we’ll explore some of the benefits of using chatbots within your strategy to drive measurable results.

In recent months, concerns have been mounting regarding WordPress, a platform that once reigned supreme in the blogging and website creation space. What was once a robust solution for personal blogs and business websites alike now faces multiple crises that call into question its reliability. As technology advances and consumer expectations evolve, WordPress has struggled to keep pace, resulting in a bloated system characterised by excessive plugins and frequent updates that may hinder its performance. In this blog, we delve into the recent security vulnerabilities plaguing WordPress, the internal struggles of its parent company, and the urgent need for businesses to reassess their website platforms.

As we look back at HubSpot’s annual conference, Inbound 2024, it’s clear that the digital marketing landscape is on the verge of a significant transformation. The buzz surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) continues to grow, with businesses now eager to unlock the power of AI in marketing and in their daily operations. This year has marked a pivotal shift where companies are no longer just dabbling in AI; they’re seeking to integrate it seamlessly into their existing tech stacks. With numerous AI tools released over the past year, the spotlight at Inbound 2024 highlighted how established platforms are embedding AI within their suites rather than releasing separate tools. The introduction of AI Breeze, AI Agents and Co-Pilot exemplifies this trend, showcasing a commitment to enhancing the marketing toolkit available to businesses today.

The rapid evolution of artificial intelligence (AI) is reshaping digital marketing, particularly in how businesses approach search engine optimisation (SEO). Google’s latest AI developments have introduced revolutionary changes to how search results are generated, processed, and displayed. At the forefront of this transformation is the rise of AI overviews, which prioritise concise and relevant content. For businesses and brands, this evolving landscape presents both challenges and opportunities, requiring them to rethink their SEO strategies and adapt to new algorithms and expectations.

Our world is getting more complex and this trend is affecting how we do marketing. Channels are multiplying, platforms and trends constantly evolving which has impacted the consumer’s buying journey. We are in the age of the never normal. Whether your business is B2B or B2C, your consumers need more touchpoints before they make a decision and their journey can be a bit of a mess to track and map!

In this blog, we’ll review how the buying journey has evolved for B2B and B2C and provide some tips on how your business can adapt to keep reaching your audience effectively.

Recently, a Google leak brought attention to the complexities of search engine optimisation (SEO) and digital marketing strategies. While the specifics of the leak might seem technical, the implications are profound for marketing and revenue leaders who rely on digital channels to drive growth.

Why should revenue leaders care about this? Simply put, SEO and digital marketing strategies are no longer just about keywords and links. They are about building authority, engaging users, and creating trustworthy content—all of which directly impact a company's bottom line. The Google leak highlighted some critical shifts in how digital marketing is evolving, emphasising the need for transparency, credibility, and adaptability in strategies.