Marketing Automation stories
A relative newcomer in enterprise software, Marketing Automation targets many of the activities and tasks faced by the modern digital marketing department. With multiple channels available to reach customers, Marketing Automation accelerates menial tasks associated with emailing, text messaging, online advertising, social media and more. Built-in workflows ensure messaging is consistent, while integrated reporting tracks impact, feedback, reach and more, giving the marketing department a previously unheard-of capability for creating, disseminating and then assessing campaign performance.
Venues are predicting major growth in 2025 - here’s the tech that’s contributing
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Australian hospitality venues forecast ~31% growth in 2025, crediting tech like AI, personalised marketing, and contactless payments for driving efficiency and loyalty.
Further unveils AI-powered platform to centralise GMP data
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Further has launched Compass Marketing Intelligence to centralise Google Marketing data within Google Cloud, boosting campaign performance with AI-driven insights.
RedTrack unveils AI agents to simplify data analysis for SMBs
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RedTrack launches AI-powered agents to automate data analysis and reporting for e-commerce media buyers, boosting efficiency and campaign insight.
B2B firms raise 2025 marketing budgets but KPIs stay flat
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More than half of US B2B firms will boost 2025 marketing budgets, yet most plan steady KPIs, signalling a shift towards AI-driven, focused investment.
Inriver unveils new vision to guide brands in digital commerce
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Inriver unveils 'Control the Product Data Current' vision, enhancing product data accuracy and AI tools to meet evolving buying habits and market demands.
Sitecore & Microsoft launch AI lab to boost marketers' strategy
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Sitecore, in partnership with Microsoft, has launched an AI Innovation Lab to help marketers rapidly develop AI solutions using Azure and OpenAI Services.
AI marketing stacks reshape creativity across global markets
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Global marketing teams are reshaping strategies with AI tools; the US leads with 31.1M ChatGPT searches, while Australia and India embrace creative, design-led stacks.
AI & personalisation drive new luxury demand in Aussie dining
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Research shows 65% of Australian restaurants use AI to enhance personalisation, boost efficiency, and meet rising consumer expectations in hospitality.
Creating a lead generation flywheel with AI and data at the core
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AI-driven lead qualification is transforming sales, enabling brands like Driva to boost conversion rates by 5% and streamline customer interactions.
Contentful enters DXP market with new AI features, partners
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Contentful has launched new features and partnerships to enhance its content management system, marking its entry into the fast-evolving Digital Experience Platform space.
Mapp secures $13m to enhance AI marketing strategy
Fri, 21st Mar 2025
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Mapp has raised $13 million in funding to enhance its AI-driven marketing automation and expand its market presence, fuelled by O'Connor Capital Solutions.
Kentico unveils AIRA, its AI-driven marketing solution
Thu, 20th Mar 2025
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Kentico has unveiled AIRA, an AI-driven marketing tool designed to seamlessly integrate with existing workflows, streamlining tasks and boosting content creation.
Optimizely earns Leader title in 2025 Gartner report
Mon, 17th Mar 2025
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Optimizely has been heralded as a Leader in the 2025 Gartner Magic Quadrant for Content Marketing Platforms for the eighth consecutive year, highlighting its excellence.
Former JWT CEO launches AI platform for marketing content
Wed, 12th Mar 2025
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Former JWT APAC CEO John Gutteridge has unveiled Soffiah.ai, an AI-powered platform designed to aid small businesses in crafting effective marketing content.
Adobe Summit 2025: Digital innovation set to light up Las Vegas
Thu, 6th Mar 2025
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Adobe Summit 2025 will showcase digital innovations in Las Vegas from March 18-20, focusing on AI-powered marketing automation and new creative tools.
SevenRooms launches text marketing for Aussie hospitality
Wed, 26th Feb 2025
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SevenRooms has launched Text Marketing, a service designed to boost engagement for Australian eateries through SMS and WhatsApp, harnessing a 94% open rate.
Exclusive: How Constant Contact is empowering small businesses
Thu, 20th Feb 2025
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Constant Contact continues to empower small businesses with tailored marketing solutions, leveraging AI to enhance efforts for over 500,000 customers globally.
SolarWinds revamps Partner Programme for greater growth
Fri, 7th Feb 2025
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SolarWinds is set to launch an upgraded Partner Programme aimed at boosting profitability and partner capabilities, with new tiers and enhanced tools for success.
SugarCRM appoints industry veteran Bob Stutz to board
Tue, 4th Feb 2025
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SugarCRM has appointed Bob Stutz to its board of directors, drawing on his 30 years of experience in transforming CRM solutions globally.
Mapp acquires Dressipi to boost fashion AI capabilities
Thu, 9th Jan 2025
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Mapp has acquired Dressipi, a leader in fashion AI, to enhance its marketing platform, improving customer experiences and profitability for retailers.