KoMarketing Associates

APRIL 12, 2023

As B2B marketers continue to invest in new marketing technology (martech) , research indicates that they intend to use it to improve the customer experience in the coming months. Generally speaking, most respondents (48%) will make delivering a better customer experience one of their strategic priorities within the next 18 months.

Marketing Report 209

Marketing Report B2B Marketing Planning B2B 209

KoMarketing Associates

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Although more marketers are discovering the advantages of leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) and predictive analytics, new research indicates that they are still facing several obstacles when trying to use this data and technology. Approximately 50% are utilizing it to forecast customer trends.

Marketing AI 241

Marketing AI Marketing Report Analytics Cross-Selling 241

KoMarketing Associates

DECEMBER 20, 2022

As customers face difficulties distinguishing between organic and paid search results, new research indicates that marketers have been focusing on providing clarity in this area. Finding Success Through Customer-Driven Marketing. Marketers must understand and track movements in user query and interest across both.”.

Marketing Report 233

Marketing Report SEO Marketing & Strategy Marketing Strategy 233

KoMarketing Associates

NOVEMBER 2, 2022

More marketers are leveraging customer data platforms (CDP) to provide a personalized experience. However, new research suggests that the data in these platforms is often flawed, making it challenging to deliver an optimal experience to customers. Leveraging Marketing Data for Customer Insight. However, 23.7%

Marketing Report 245

Marketing Report Barriers Custom Publishing Statistics 245

KoMarketing Associates

APRIL 6, 2022

As B2B marketers look to improve upon the way they connect with customers and prospects, new research suggests that personalization is critical to delivering a positive experience. This falls in line with data that suggests B2B customers now use an average of 10 distinct channels during their buying journey.

Marketing Report 255

Marketing Report Organization Personalization Demand Generation 255

KoMarketing Associates

APRIL 19, 2023

Although marketers have shifted their focus to initiatives, such as the customer experience and customer relationship management (CRM), new research suggests that they will invest less in these areas in the coming months. This comes as they look toward maintaining their present success, rather than forecasting future outcomes.

Budget Programs 223

Budget Programs Marketing Report Spending Marketing Management 223

KoMarketing Associates

AUGUST 31, 2022

As marketers continue to seek different ways to effectively engage their customers, new research indicates that a lack of analytics is hindering their success. When it comes to the various tools that marketers are leveraging, the majority (23.1%) are using a customer relationship management (CRM) platform. Additionally, 20.9%

Marketing Report 244

Marketing Report Statistics Analytics Acquisitions 244

KoMarketing Associates

MAY 25, 2022

Even though the customer experience (CX) is continuing to grow in importance, new research indicates that organizations are not entirely prepared to make it a top priority. In general, only 38% admitted that they have fully optimized customer digital experiences, and just 34% said their digital experiences are personalized.

Marketing Report 245

Marketing Report Marketing & Strategy Marketing Strategy Advertising Agencies 245

KoMarketing Associates

OCTOBER 5, 2022

When it comes to video content, new research indicates that marketing departments are leaning on these assets the most to build more brand awareness. Most respondents (30%) claimed that video marketing solves their customer acquisition problems, while 24% pointed to product experience. Shifting Video Content to Social Media Platforms.

Marketing Report 247

Marketing Report Video Marketing Youtube Distribution 247

KoMarketing Associates

AUGUST 10, 2021

Marketers know that there is a wide array of resources at their fingertips to help them resonate with their customers and prospects. However, new research suggests that many are under utilizing social media. This suggests that more B2B marketers are utilizing this platform to reach out to their customers and prospects.

Social Media 287

Social Media Marketing Report Social Marketing Organization 287

KoMarketing Associates

JANUARY 18, 2023

Although marketers have seen the potential of leveraging social media, new research indicates that they are aware of users’ eroding trust in these platforms. About 49% of respondents believe that they will adjust their spend on Facebook initiatives due to eroding customer trust, while 38% said the same about Twitter.

Social Media 214

Social Media Trust Marketing Marketing Report Social Marketing 214

KoMarketing Associates

SEPTEMBER 13, 2022

As a result, new research suggests that they will be turning to artificial intelligence (AI) in the coming months. Ascend2 recently published its “Email Marketing: Strategies, Tactics & Trends” report, and data indicated that most marketers (69%) would still only call their email marketing strategy “somewhat successful.”

Marketing Report 239

Marketing Report Email Marketing Open Rate Click Rate 239

KoMarketing Associates

JUNE 28, 2022

However, new research suggests that many teams are still facing challenges when it comes to getting on the same page to achieve key objectives. The majority of marketers (55%) stated that the primary benefit of aligning the efforts, strategies, and goals of these teams is an improvement in the customer experience.

Marketing Report 260

Marketing Report Advertising Agencies Statistics Privacy 260

KoMarketing Associates

AUGUST 30, 2022

While this has hindered collaboration efforts for some, new research indicates that marketing technology (martech) is helping others stay focused on their top objectives. Previous research has indicated that it is expected to become a key area of investment within the next 12 months. Marketers Remain Dedicated to Investing in Martech.

Marketing Report 242

Marketing Report Work Management Statistics Custom Publishing 242

KoMarketing Associates

AUGUST 4, 2021

B2B marketers have primarily focused on improving the customer experience (CX) in the past. While they are not abandoning this as a priority, new research indicates that they are also looking to make improvements in other areas along the way. Nearly 66% claimed that they would also like to improve upon personalization capabilities.

Marketing Report 296

Marketing Report Budget Programs Advertising Agencies Forrester 296

KoMarketing Associates

OCTOBER 25, 2022

Looking ahead to 2023, new research indicates that marketers may see a reduction in their budget. Integrate recently partnered with Demand Metric to publish “The State of Marketing Budgets” report, and statistics suggested that almost one-fourth of marketers expect their marketing budget to be reduced in 2023.

Marketing Report 230

Marketing Report Marketing Budget Creation Planning Advertising Agencies 230

KoMarketing Associates

MAY 4, 2022

As B2B marketers look for more impactful ways to resonate with their customers and prospects, new research indicates that content may be the key to making a lasting impression. The Increasing Value of B2B Marketing Content. Given this context, it makes a great deal of sense why more and more content is being requested.

Marketing Report 246

Marketing Report Purchase B2B Marketing B2B 246

KoMarketing Associates

JUNE 23, 2022

Now, new research indicates that marketers are prepared to start investing in these areas to connect with customers and prospects. When it comes to emerging technologies, there are two types of crowds: early adopters and those who prefer to wait and see,” wrote the authors of the report. Marketers are clear early adopters.”.

Marketing Report 246

Marketing Report Buzz Marketing & Strategy Statistics 246

KoMarketing Associates

JULY 7, 2022

As more marketers begin to leverage emerging marketing technology (martech), new research suggests that some types are experiencing more growth and adoption than others. Leveraging Artificial Intelligence for Marketing Purposes. claimed that they intend to eventually leverage AI to do the same. “AI

Marketing Report 213

Marketing Report Work Management Paid Search Agency Statistics 213

KoMarketing Associates

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Demand generation remains a critical objective for marketers, but new research indicates that not all are leveraging data to help them achieve their goals. Customer data, in particular, has proven to be useful for marketers. Marketers Now Looking to Improve Data Quality.

Demand Generation 265

Demand Generation Marketing Report Demand Generation 265

KoMarketing Associates

JUNE 29, 2022

Although many B2B marketers have adopted account-based marketing (ABM) practices, new research indicates that they are struggling with messy data and measuring their strategy’s effectiveness. Most B2B marketers (55%) use their conversion of engaged account-to-opportunity rate to measure their ABM success.

Account Based Marketing 223

Account Based Marketing Marketing Report B2B Marketing B2B 223

KoMarketing Associates

JULY 27, 2022

Marketers focused on the customer experience (CX) have several objectives, ranging from generating cost savings to improving acquisition and conversion rates. However, new research suggests that they are struggling to leverage data to achieve their goals. The Rising Importance of Defined CX Strategies.

Marketing Report 236

Marketing Report Optimization Resources Advertising Agencies 236

KoMarketing Associates

AUGUST 9, 2022

It’s becoming more important than ever before for marketers to connect with customers and prospects across multiple channels. However, new research indicates that many are failing to achieve the objectives associated with utilizing existing multi-channel strategies. Balancing Paid and Unpaid Marketing Channel Investments.

Multi-Channel 236

Multi-Channel Allocation Marketing Report Advertising Channels 236

KoMarketing Associates

MAY 11, 2022

As marketers seek new ways to gather valuable data with the elimination of third-party cookies, new research suggests that many are turning to emerging technology, such as artificial intelligence (AI). B2B marketers, in particular, are focusing on making advances in their customer data and account-based marketing platforms.

Marketing Report 242

Marketing Report Planning Account Based Marketing Advertising Agencies 242

KoMarketing Associates

DECEMBER 15, 2021

As marketers look for new ways to leverage data, new research suggests that they may want to keep privacy in mind, as this can often make or break their relationship with customers. Only 24% of marketers believe that consent should be required before sharing customers’ personal data with other companies.

Privacy 275

Privacy Marketing Report Paid Search Agency Touchpoints 275

KoMarketing Associates

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

As organizations look for ways to improve customer acquisition and retention, new research indicates that they are now willing to invest more in marketing analytics. The American Marketing Association, Deloitte, and the Duke Fuqua School of Business recently published the Sept.

Marketing Report 251

Marketing Report CMO Analytics Budget Programs 251

KoMarketing Associates

AUGUST 17, 2022

Many marketers utilize a customer relationship management (CRM) platform to provide an optimal experience to their target audience. However, new research suggests that the majority are not satisfied with the CRM solution they are currently using. Refining the Customer Experience with Marketing Data.

Work Management 205

Work Management Marketing Management Marketing Report CRM 205

KoMarketing Associates

MARCH 16, 2022

As marketers continue to shift their attention toward providing a more personalized customer experience, new research indicates that they are implementing artificial technology (AI) to achieve this goal. Most respondents (39%) state that it has been difficult to manage customer expectations, and 38% have faced budget constraints.

Marketing Report 229

Marketing Report Personalization Planning Statistics 229

KoMarketing Associates

MARCH 31, 2021

As marketers look to improve their ROI on social media, new research suggests that they may want to stay away from Twitter and Facebook, which appear to be falling out of favor among prospects and customers. Social Media Marketing and Facebook Familiarity. posts per week on Facebook.

Social Media 296

Social Media Marketing Report Social Marketing Media 296

KoMarketing Associates

JANUARY 5, 2022

Despite initiatives to make personalization a top priority, new research indicates that many marketers are still struggling to find the resources to unlock its full potential. B2B Marketers Struggle to Adapt to Evolving Customer Needs.

Marketing Report 238

Marketing Report Resources Personalization Statistics 238

KoMarketing Associates

OCTOBER 26, 2021

As marketers adapt to the changing demands of their customers and feel the impact of the pandemic, new research indicates that many are replacing their existing marketing tools. This was followed by improved customer/digital experience (42%). Leveraging Marketing Data and Analytics. Leveraging Marketing Data and Analytics.

Marketing Report 242

Marketing Report Marketing Automation Services Tools Statistics 242

KoMarketing Associates

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

B2B marketers are seeing success with content marketing, and new research suggests that the virtual space has given them new opportunities to connect with customers. These were followed by research reports (48%), short articles/posts (48%) and e-books/white papers (47%). Focusing on B2B Content Amplification.

Marketing Report 231

Marketing Report B2B Marketing B2B Content 231

KoMarketing Associates

AUGUST 3, 2022

As the B2B buyer journey continues to evolve, new research is shedding light on the importance of content for marketers looking to meet the demands of customers and prospects. To adjust to evolving customer needs and demands, previous research suggests that more organizations have shifted their focus to agile marketing.

Relevance 232

Relevance Marketing Report B2B Marketing Content Marketing 232

KoMarketing Associates

JANUARY 19, 2022

As marketers continue to integrate more technology into their strategies, new research indicates that customer data platforms (CDPs) are already showing a positive return-on-investment (ROI) for many. Nearly 51% wanted to offer a more unified customer experience. Measuring the Effectiveness of Marketing Technology.

Marketing Report 243

Marketing Report Marketing Budget Privacy Class 243

KoMarketing Associates

JULY 21, 2020

As B2B marketers turn to social media to reach out to customers and prospects, new research suggests that Facebook still reigns supreme as a go-to channel. There are several benefits associated with utilizing social media across the board, according to the report. Marketers Now Using Facebook in New Ways.

Social Media 293

Social Media Marketing Report Facebook Social Marketing 293

KoMarketing Associates

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

Although marketers are continuing to make the customer experience (CX) a top priority, new research indicates that they are still facing challenges when it comes to delivering in this area. Leveraging Marketing Data for Customer Experience. Only 2% said that their CX strategy was at its full potential.

Marketing Report 192

Marketing Report Optimization Enterprise Management Advertising Agencies 192

KoMarketing Associates

MAY 18, 2022

Even though data and analytics are continuing to grow in importance to marketers, new research suggests that many still see room for improvement in this area. Poor data quality and processes can have a widespread impact across the marketing department, and previous research suggests that it can directly affect the customer experience.

Marketing Report 239

Marketing Report Analytics Planning Statistics 239