Category Artificial Intelligence and Machine Learning

How AI will affect the future of search

by Julia McCoy for Search Engine Land Artificial intelligence (AI) is revolutionizing the digital landscape – leaving no room for outdated SEO tactics. As search engines increasingly leverage AI to anticipate user intent, we must completely rethink our strategies and balance human creativity and AI efficiency to stay ahead.  Let’s explore the innovations, opportunities and pitfalls to master as AI propels search into a new era. Search evolution: Prioritizing intent over keywords The era of keyword stuffing is over, replaced by a focus on user intent.  Search engines have evolved to understand the context behind queries. This shift demands a change in…

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AI is only as smart as the data you feed it

by Adlucent  for Search Engine Land Data has become the driving force behind financial resilience and success, giving marketers the challenge of navigating rising CPCs and automation. The need for advanced analytics and harnessing first-party data has never been more crucial to maximizing revenue and profitability. Enter the world of predictive analytics, where the key to above-and-beyond search performance lies in the strategic use of AI technologies and the integration of your own customer data, marketing data and web analytics data. Join Matt Zeiger, VP of technology at Adlucent, in his informative SMX Next session as he unveils how to use first-party…

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How AI Can Improve Your Customer Experience [New Data + Tips]

by Rachael Nicholson for HubSpot 62% of business leaders across industries have invested in AI to help their employees. Of those, 71% have seen a positive ROI, and 72% report increased employee productivity. But how does AI stack up when it comes to customer experience specifically? Keep reading to learn how to leverage AI-driven customer experiences — and why you should. How AI Impacts the Customer Experience How You Can Leverage AI to Improve the Customer Experience 8 Tips for Getting StartedFree Report: The State of Artificial Intelligence in 2023 How AI Impacts the Customer Experience Using data-driven insights, we’ll show you how…

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10 Challenges Marketers Face When Implementing AI in 2023 [New Data + Tips]

by Zoe Ashbridge for HubSpot It’s no secret that embracing AI can come with a wide range of benefits for your marketing team — things like task automation, time and cost savings, increased productivity, and more. Despite these evident benefits, there is a lingering reluctance among many marketers to incorporate AI into their strategies. In our report, The State of AI in Marketing in 2023, we found that only 35% of marketers use AI in their role. So, we wanted to dive into the challenges that marketers face when working with AI and find ways to bridge the gap. Get Started with…

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How Well Do Senior Marketers Understand AI?

by Ayaz Nanji for MarketingProfs Most senior marketers say their understanding of artificial intelligence is at the beginner or intermediate level, according to recent research from Drift and the Marketing Artificial Intelligence Institute. The report was based on data from a survey conducted between April and July 2023, among 918 senior marketers (managers and above). Some 35% of respondents say they'd classify their understanding of AI terminology and capabilities as beginner, 54% as intermediate, and 11% as advanced. Some 46% of senior marketers rate their confidence in evaluating AI-powered marketing technology at a medium level, 32% at a high level, and 21% at a low level, Some 58% of…

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3 Ways Conversational AI Can Help You with Strategic Recruitment

By Claire Swinarski for HR Daily Advisor It seems like Artificial Intelligence (AI) is all over the news these days. ChatGPT seemed to take the world by storm in 2023, and there’s no indication that the AI craze is going to loosen up any time soon. In fact, it seems clear that AI is only going to become more and more relevant to almost every factor of society. But what does that mean for human resources departments? After all, isn’t the human part of of HR the most vital? How can something artificial really help HR professionals do their jobs any better?…

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21 best AI marketing tools to include in your stack in 2024

by Marketer Milk Team Some of the biggest brands like Google, IBM, and Airbnb are using AI marketing tools to gain a competitive edge. We’ve uncovered some of the best AI marketing tools on the market today and listed them below. The arcane art of marketing has been irrevocably changed by the invention of AI software. Hundreds of these tools have sprung up in recent years, so it can be trick to know which of them will provide best value. It’s important to zero in on what you want your AI marketing tool to achieve, so let’s start by identifying…

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From Traditional B2B Company to A.I.-First Firm

BY MOHAMMAD TAREEQ for INC. Disruptions in business are inevitable. Some are natural, while others are manufactured. Take Covid-19, for example. It forced decision makers to reevaluate their strategies and business models. In some cases, it meant ditching the entire blueprint. Be it the surge of data in the last decade, the rise of information technology in the early '90s, or the adoption of mass media in the late 19th and 20th centuries, every disruption brought forth an unconformity that marked the evolving economic landscape. And who survived these changes? The early adopters and the innovators who dared to take a chance. What, then, marks this decade?…

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Reimagining HR: The Role of AI in Modern Organizations

By Raghu Ravinutala by HR Daily Advisors In the ever-evolving landscape of today’s business world, organizations are in constant search for innovative ways to enhance efficiency and elevate the employee experience (EX). HR leaders have come to recognize the imperative need to pivot away from traditional EX strategies and embrace AI-powered approaches that align with the evolving demands of their workforce. In the not-so-distant past, the adoption of technologies like conversational AI to enhance employee engagement unfolded as a gradual process. The emergence of generative AI has accelerated this adoption, effectively addressing the challenges that once impeded the full potential…

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How to Train Your ChatGPT — A Marketer’s Guide

by Ankit Vora for HubSpot If it’s your first time using ChatGPT, your answers may sound stilted. The program doesn’t know your voice and is trying to learn what you want. If you want to get the best results, you’ll need to invest time in training the algorithm. Think of ChatGPT like an intern. If it’s their first day, they won’t know exactly how to get the job done. However, with practice and clear instructions, you’ll be amazed by what they can accomplish. Free Report: The State of Artificial Intelligence in 2023 Our guide on how to train ChatGPT will…

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