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Why AI Doesn't Always Deliver the Savings Enterprises Expect

Why AI Doesn't Always Deliver the Savings Enterprises Expect

Many enterprises aren't achieving their targeted cost savings from AI because they've underestimated the amount of human oversight needed for automation, according to recent research.

The State of B2B Marketing Budgets in 2026

The State of B2B Marketing Budgets in 2026

Some 63% of B2B marketers say their organization's marketing budget has increased in 2026 compared with 2025, according to recent research.

From Segments to Signals: A New Model for B2B Personalization

From Segments to Signals: A New Model for B2B Personalization

Most B2B personalization stops at audience segments. Learn how unified customer intelligence, omnichannel coordination, and strategy-driven execution create experiences that are more relevant, consistent, and effective. Read more.

AI Update, July 10, 2026: AI News and Views From the Past Week

AI Update, July 10, 2026: AI News and Views From the Past Week

Catch up on select AI news and developments since Friday, July 3. Stay in the know.

The Bench Model: Why Marketing Teams Should Hire Like Sports Franchises

The Bench Model: Why Marketing Teams Should Hire Like Sports Franchises

Build a marketing team that adapts to changing priorities by balancing in-house talent, trusted freelancers, and on-demand specialists for greater agility, speed, and consistency. Read more.

Why Multi-Threaded B2B Sales Requires Better Coordination—Not More Tools

Why Multi-Threaded B2B Sales Requires Better Coordination—Not More Tools

B2B revenue teams often mistake tool gaps for pipeline problems. Learn how better coordination, stakeholder mapping, and integrated workflows improve multi-threaded account engagement and sales outcomes. Read more.

Do People Pay Attention to Ads During Podcasts?

Do People Pay Attention to Ads During Podcasts?

Do Americans pay attention when ads come on during podcasts? Do they find these ads disruptive? To find out, researchers surveyed a nationally representative sample of 1,450 adults in the United States.

GEO in B2B Marketing: Top Trends and Challenges

GEO in B2B Marketing: Top Trends and Challenges

What share of B2B marketers are engaging in generative engine optimization (GEO)? Is GEO delivering ROI? What's hampering success? To find out, researchers surveyed 225 B2B marketers.

Why Brand Positioning Must Drive Decisions, Not Just Messaging

Why Brand Positioning Must Drive Decisions, Not Just Messaging

Strong positioning is only the beginning. Learn how governance, activation, and practical guidance help B2B organizations turn brand strategy into consistent decisions that scale across teams. Read more

AI Update, July 3, 2026: AI News and Views From the Past Week

AI Update, July 3, 2026: AI News and Views From the Past Week

Catch up on select AI news and developments since Friday, June 26. Stay in the know.

AI Update, June 26, 2026: AI News and Views From the Past Week

AI Update, June 26, 2026: AI News and Views From the Past Week

Catch up on select AI news and developments since Friday, June 19. Stay in the know.

Read It Out Loud: The Cold Email Test That Improves Response Rates

Read It Out Loud: The Cold Email Test That Improves Response Rates

Most cold emails fail because they sound like templates. Learn how the read-aloud test, concise messaging, and personalized outreach can improve reply rates and drive more conversations. Read more

Why AI Underperforms in Marketing Operations—And 5 Foundations for Success

Why AI Underperforms in Marketing Operations—And 5 Foundations for Success

Many AI initiatives stall after experimentation. Learn the five structural shifts organizations need across strategy, processes, data, technology, and people to make AI a scalable operational advantage. Read more

The Top Challenges Facing Ad Agencies

The Top Challenges Facing Ad Agencies

Most professionals at advertising agencies say both the digital ad industry and their specific job have gotten harder over the past two years, according to recent research.

The SMS Marketing Preferences of Americans

The SMS Marketing Preferences of Americans

Are most Americans opted in to receive text messages from businesses? How often do they want to receive these marketing messages? When do they want to receive them? To find out, researchers conducted a survey of 1,000 consumers.

Your ICP Is the Strategy: Q&A with Karlyn Ankrom

Your ICP Is the Strategy: Q&A with Karlyn Ankrom

How do you identify the right audience, validate ICP assumptions, and reach complex buying teams? Campaign expert Karlyn Ankrom answers marketers' top questions about audience targeting and strategy. Read more

The Prompt Illusion: Why AI Must Stop Being a Tool and Become Our Infrastructure

The Prompt Illusion: Why AI Must Stop Being a Tool and Become Our Infrastructure

Marketing teams are overwhelmed by disconnected AI tools. Discover why marketing operations should build AI infrastructure powered by autonomous agents to automate workflows and unlock higher-value work. Read more

AI Update, June 19, 2026: AI News and Views From the Past Week

AI Update, June 19, 2026: AI News and Views From the Past Week

Catch up on select AI news and developments since Friday, June 12. Stay in the know.

How to Build and Use an AI Sales Coach That Closes Deals (Part 2)

How to Build and Use an AI Sales Coach That Closes Deals (Part 2)

Learn how a custom AI sales bot can help you prepare for sales calls, improve follow-up strategies, identify business gaps, and stay focused on revenue goals. Read more

How to Build and Use an AI Sales Coach That Closes Deals (Part 1)

How to Build and Use an AI Sales Coach That Closes Deals (Part 1)

Marketers can use AI for much more than content creation. Learn how to build a custom AI sales coach that supports lead generation, qualification, objection handling, and sales conversations. Read more

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