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Are retail CIOs ready for the ecommerce holiday explosion?

CIO

With Covid-19 still keeping shoppers out of stores, data-driven technology is going to be more critical than ever this year to make sure customers enjoy a seamless path to purchase. But, are retail IT organizations ready for a stay-at-home holiday season?

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The 8 Best Competitive Intelligence Books to Read Now

Cipher

This article is a part of our competitor intelligence resource center. Visit the complete competitor intelligence resource center for more content like this. Without an ongoing growth investment, it is easy to fall into a cycle of using the same tools and approaching Competitive Intelligence (CI) in the same way. But the industry changes fast and the individual markets we work in change even faster.

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An Important Guide To Unsupervised Machine Learning

Smart Data Collective

We’re living in an era of digital switch-over with only one constant – evolve. And that digital transformation is being introduced by high-tech solutions. Hence, it comes as no surprise that mundane business tasks are being completely taken over by tech advancements. Machines, artificial intelligence (AI), and unsupervised learning are reshaping the way businesses vie for a place under the sun.

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Why ZoomInfo Acquired EverString

Zoominfo

At ZoomInfo, we see a future where our software and intelligence power a closed-loop go-to-market cycle from data, to decision, to action. A time where our customers are less reliant on heroic outlier performances, and more grounded in a scalable, predictable approach fueled by data-driven enablement, orchestration, and execution. Whether you are an outbound seller cold-calling new accounts, a customer success manager preparing for this month’s renewals, or a marketer running a targeted email or

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Prepare Now: 2025s Must-Know Trends For Product And Data Leaders

Speaker: Jay Allardyce, Deepak Vittal, and Terrence Sheflin

As we look ahead to 2025, business intelligence and data analytics are set to play pivotal roles in shaping success. Organizations are already starting to face a host of transformative trends as the year comes to a close, including the integration of AI in data analytics, an increased emphasis on real-time data insights, and the growing importance of user experience in BI solutions.

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How to Launch and Run a Multi-Channel Marketing Campaign

Alexa

To build brand loyalty in today’s competitive landscape, you need to make sure you’re everywhere your customers are. A multi-channel marketing approach can help you craft the right message through your consumers’ preferred channels. You’ll understand specific marketing needs better, and your overall return on investment will likely increase as a result.

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How AI Is Helping Revolutionize Elder Care

Smart Data Collective

People are living longer than ever, but the current options for caring for elderly people with chronic illnesses or those who have trouble with everyday tasks are limited. Many families either send their relatives to assisted care facilities or nursing homes, hire outside help, or take on the daily care themselves. These options are often extremely expensive and compromise the quality of life for both the caregiver and the senior.

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Team Leads & Sales Professional Development at ZoomInfo

Zoominfo

We talked a bit about how Zoominfo focuses on growing from within. We hire promising SDRs with all different backgrounds and have them selling at the top of their game in under a year. Today, we want to dive a bit deeper into what happens next. What does the career path look like for these promising SDRs? . For lots of sales professionals that seem to suit a management path, a Team Lead position is usually the next step.

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Who is set to win the 2020 grocery price wars?

Intelligence Node

With the onset of the pandemic and the subsequent 360-degree shift in consumer buying behavior and priorities, there have been some immediately tangible effects on the food and grocery market which has been highest in importance, testing all their existing retail management systems and abilities to keep up with demand. Factors such as quality, price, […].

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Competitive Intelligence Experts Discuss Effectiveness of AI Tools During ArchIntel’s AI in CI Virtual Event

ArchIntel

ArchIntel™ -. ArchIntel recently hosted an expert panel during the AI in Competitive Intelligence Virtual Event on October 22nd, 2020. Featuring notable leaders within the competitive intelligence sector, the panel addresses how businesses can remain competitive in the marketplace. Additionally, the panel discussed emerging technologies that have the potential to change the way competitive intelligence is conducted.

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Gain a Competitive Edge With This Scenario Planning Toolkit

In a world where uncertainty and change are constant, scenario planning empowers companies with the agility and competitive edge needed to thrive. Download the toolkit to fortify your business strategy , set up your competitive positioning , and ensure your company is poised to respond to any future scenario.

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5 Ways that Machine Learning Has Transformed Smart Cards

Smart Data Collective

Here at Smart Data Collective, we have talked about major changes that machine learning has created in the financial industry. While some changes have gotten a lot of publicity, others have been more subtle. The evolution of smart cards is one of the newest ways that machine learning and AI are impacting the future of finance. The market for smart cards will be worth $21.57 billion within the next three years.

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Getting Personal Part 3: Personalized Recruiting

Zoominfo

It seems weird that the recruiting and hiring processes can often feel so impersonal, especially when it involves highly personal, highly human decision making. Yet in the sea of job descriptions and generic recruiter emails, it all starts to feel a little ingenuine. So how do we make recruitment personal again? What Is Personalized Recruiting? Personalized recruiting refers to the process of creating more detailed, tailored hiring and recruiting processes into your overall hiring strategy.

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Protecting your Retail Brand Against the Growing Counterfeit Threat

Intelligence Node

Counterfeit products, representing nearly 3.5% of world trade today, are flooding the market and COVID-19 has exacerbated this problem for brands, manufacturers, and consumers. Counterfeit products accelerate price erosion and damage brand image, making it difficult to secure good margins and risking further deterioration of consumer trust. With the alarming growth of this counterfeit threat, […].

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Deltek’s August Jackson Moderates ArchIntel’s AI in Competitive Intelligence Virtual Event to Discuss Value of AI Technology, Tools

ArchIntel

ArchIntel™ -. August Jackson , senior director of Market and Competitive Intelligence with Deltek , acted as the event moderator for ArchIntel’s Artificial Intelligence in Competitive Intelligence Forum on Thursday, Oct. 22nd. . Visit ArchIntel Events to watch the full event for yourself to learn how notable leaders are working to maintain a competitive advantage through integrating emerging technologies into their organizations and offerings.

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Are Your Impact Comms Resonating With Stakeholders?

Whether your organization is at the start of its sustainability and impact journey or years into it, many brands share a common concern: the uncertainty of whether they are sending stakeholders mixed messages. Creating content that speaks to your audience's “love language” can be a tricky dance. But, worry not! 3BL has put together tips to ensure that your content not only finds its rhythm but also resonates with your target audiences.

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Data Analytics Help Safeguard Businesses From Online Scams

Smart Data Collective

Advances in big data are a double-edged sword in the fight against online scams and data breaches. The reason for this is that both cybersecurity professionals and cybercriminals are using data technology to their full advantage. Data Analytics is the First Line of Defense Against Online Criminals. CISO Mag reports that cybersecurity experts have found a number of benefits of using AI and other big data technology to prevent data breaches and scams.

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Cross-selling and Upselling in 2020

Zoominfo

Interesting tidbit: The probability of selling to a new prospect is 5–20%. The probability of selling to an existing customer is 60–70%. In 2020, with businesses in turmoil, many have shifted to focus on growing accounts by upselling more services and cross-selling new product lines. Repeat and loyal customers are more critical to a company’s success than in financially stressful periods.

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More Powerful Patent Landscapes on the Horizon

Evalueserve

Savvy business and patent managers know that patent and technology landscapes can provide unique insights to investment priorities, planning and research areas, partnership opportunities, time to market, trending or disruptive technologies, and much more. While there is a growing trend to move toward fully automated patent landscapes, these tools have lower accuracy (generally less than 80%) and are insufficient for high-stakes decisions.

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Is it possible to turn reluctant end-users into technology superstars?

Vable

There are many reasons why library managers should be avid readers of legal IT surveys. They are useful in giving an overview of the market, a focus on current thinking and attitudes, offer an insight into trends, and provide advanced warning on potential future developments.

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7 Strategies to Gather (and Actually Use) Competitive Intel from Employees

Leaders in competitive intel know that the employees who interact with customers and prospects every day hold valuable competitive insights that could help win sales. But they don’t have a good plan or system to gather, organize, and share these insights with the stakeholders who need them. In this eBook, we outline 7 strategies to make it easier to build and scale an employee sharing program that will drive competitive advantage.

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Top 5 Things You Should Know About the AI-Driven Cyber-Attacks

Smart Data Collective

Big data technology may have brought many benefits to us. However, it has also created many challenges, such as malware threats. We previously talked about the dangers that AI has created with Modern Mac viruses. But there is another virus that you need to be aware of – the Zeus virus. This was brought on by dangerous advances in AI technology. Due to the current availability of advanced Internet technologies, you can purchase products or pay for services instantly and hassle-free.

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Why ZoomInfo Acquired EverString

Zoominfo

At ZoomInfo, we see a future where our software and intelligence power a closed-loop go-to-market cycle from data, to decision, to action. A time where our customers are less reliant on heroic outlier performances, and more grounded in a scalable, predictable approach fueled by data-driven enablement, orchestration, and execution. Whether you are an outbound seller cold-calling new accounts, a customer success manager preparing for this month’s renewals, or a marketer running a targeted email or

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Top 10 Changes That Impacted Google My Business in 2020

Moz

Posted by ColanNielsen 2020 has been a busy year for Google My Business (GMB). Since January, Google has launched new features, fixed bugs, and had to adapt to the global pandemic. At Sterling Sky, we think it’s important to keep track of all the changes that happen in the local search space in general, and that impact GMB specifically. So far in 2020 we are up to 54 changes.

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Opportunity is Knocking! Should You Answer?

Elegant BI

As business people, we are often presented with what might seem like a great opportunity. Maybe we have a chance to open another location, or to buy out a competitor or to add a product or service to our existing portfolio or to acquire more customers, resources, material or equipment. At the outset, that opportunity can sparkle in the sun like a jewel.

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Business Intelligence 101: How To Make The Best Solution Decision For Your Organization

Speaker: Evelyn Chou

Choosing the right business intelligence (BI) platform can feel like navigating a maze of features, promises, and technical jargon. With so many options available, how can you ensure you’re making the right decision for your organization’s unique needs? 🤔 This webinar brings together expert insights to break down the complexities of BI solution vetting.

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The Role of Analytics and BI in the Entertainment Industry

Smart Data Collective

Have you ever caught yourself thinking that no one understands you better than Netflix or YouTube? They just seem to get what you want and are always ready to deliver. The explanation for this impressive personalization lies in advanced data analytics mechanisms. The privacy concerns around big data are not empty words – BI does help business owners monetize your desires.

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Cross-selling and Upselling in 2020

Zoominfo

Interesting tidbit: The probability of selling to a new prospect is 5–20%. The probability of selling to an existing customer is 60–70%. In 2020, with businesses in turmoil, many have shifted to focus on growing accounts by upselling more services and cross-selling new product lines. Repeat and loyal customers are more critical to a company’s success than in financially stressful periods.

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Supporting Small Business Saturday with 2020-Conscious Marketing

Moz

Posted by MiriamEllis. Image credit: Elvert Barnes. “Conscious spending with the community can contribute to neighborhood sustainability.” — Christine Araquel, The Park’s Finest. I encountered this quote from a restauranteur on the American Express Small Business Saturday website , and just these few words called a vivid image to my mind: local business owners and customers gazing together toward the horizon, hoping to pierce the clouds of COVID-19 and see them clearing away, revealing communiti

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SmartenApps for Shopify Available Now with 65%+ Discount on AppSumo Site!

Elegant BI

SmartenApps eCommerce Analytics for Shopify provides complete insight into sales trends, KPIs and more with pre-built templates/reports. eCommerce analytics has never been easier. SmartenApps allow every business user to analyze business results, and the tools can be accessed with a simple install. Within minutes, with a single sign-on and registration, you will have access to pre-built templates and reports including: Sales Trends, Customer Lifetime Value, Customer Loyalty & Cohorts, Produ

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How to Stay Competitive in the Evolving State of Martech

Marketing technology is essential for B2B marketers to stay competitive in a rapidly changing digital landscape — and with 53% of marketers experiencing legacy technology issues and limitations, they’re researching innovations to expand and refine their technology stacks. To help practitioners keep up with the rapidly evolving martech landscape, this special report will discuss: How practitioners are integrating technologies and systems to encourage information-sharing between departments and pr