PRSay

JUNE 7, 2023

But if you must continue, then let’s consider the explosive growth of generative AI technologies like ChatGPT and Google Bard. With every new technology, there’s concern that reporters will become obsolete. The intersection of journalism and AI is the most important media issue of our time. You can stop reading there.

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Journalism Public Affairs Ethics Technology 158

PR 20/20

MAY 8, 2019

Technology will get smarter , intelligently automating traditionally human-powered activities while adding layers of complexity to your martech stack. Brands will need to become more human with greater resources dedicated to listening, relationship building, ethics, empathy, creativity, culture and community. Are you ready?

Agency 84

Agency Enterprise Technology Analytics 84

Prohibition

AUGUST 6, 2024

As we move further into a digital age, our role as a PR practitioner is becoming less hands-on with the increasing capabilities of AI – meaning we can use the technology to be able to do repetitive admin-heavy tasks. By putting the relations back into public relations! We need to maintain the human touch that AI simply cannot replicate.

Publicity 62

Publicity B2C Crisis Management Ethics 62

Prohibition

AUGUST 6, 2024

As we move further into a digital age, our role as a PR practitioner is becoming less hands-on with the increasing capabilities of AI – meaning we can use the technology to be able to do repetitive admin-heavy tasks. By putting the relations back into public relations! We need to maintain the human touch that AI simply cannot replicate.

Publicity 62

Publicity B2C Crisis Management Ethics 62

Wadds Inc.

MAY 17, 2023

Anyone with a web browser can ask the tool to generate text, role play or perform creative tasks. The issue is compounded by tightening budgets within agencies and communication teams. The payoff is expected to be creativity and higher-value work. AI went mainstream following the launch of ChatGPT in November 2022.

Publicity 141

Publicity Case Study Privacy Ethics 141

5W PR

JUNE 14, 2024

Efficiency Automation of routine tasks frees up employees to focus on more creative ideas and strategic initiatives, enhancing productivity and innovation in PR campaigns. The Role of PR in Humanizing AI Innovations Effective public and media relations is crucial for making AI technologies accessible and relatable to the general public.

Publicity 88

Publicity Analysis Healthcare Tools 88

PRSay

DECEMBER 18, 2023

In 2023, “AI has become a huge topic,” said Chris Perry, chair of Weber Shandwick Futures , the communication firm’s research and development lab that seeks to help PR agencies and their clients adapt to the major changes that artificial intelligence is causing. Relatively speaking, [AI] is still very new.

Communications 74

Communications Guidelines Technology Tools 74

Ethical Voices

DECEMBER 18, 2023

We talk about being an agency for change makers. I’ve been an agency guy pretty much my entire professional life. Inkhouse is the fourth agency I’ve been at and I dare say my favorite one. I like helping B2B tech companies with really arcane technology tell stories that people care about. I agree with you.

Ethics 105

Ethics Data Training Agency 105

Wadds Inc.

NOVEMBER 11, 2023

The technology has developed slowly over the past ten years following innovation in data processing and natural language development, but then incredibly quickly in the past 12 months. AI tinkering and experimentation The approach to AI by public relations agencies and communication teams has been tinkering and experimentation.

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Report Publicity Training Policies 120

Prohibition

AUGUST 1, 2023

From his early days as a journalist in the mid-80s to his current role as a trainer and consultant, Andrew’s career shares great insight into the technological change of AI. And in terms of the impact AI will have on creativity and copyright, is a cause for concern. Contact us for our podcast services !

Marketing 62

Marketing Ethics Retail Tools 62

Offleash

JULY 19, 2023

News flash: We work in technology. Technology is always changing, disrupting, reshaping, and often improving how we work. I’m not attempting to (age myself or) minimize the actual risks and important ethical questions surrounding this next wave of AI. Heck, the first machine I leveraged in my career was a fax machine.

Crisis Communications 52

Crisis Communications Ethics Creativity Crisis 52

Sword and the Script

APRIL 2, 2019

It found as the Wall Street Journal reported , “Advertisers with in-house agencies increased to 64% of the survey’s respondents from 42% a decade ago, according to the study.” (By So, what does this in-housing trend mean for PR agencies? I’d like to believe, PR agencies that specialized in crisis communications can identify here.

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Agency Trends Marketing Survey 94

Shift Communications

MAY 17, 2023

At SHIFT, we’ve often been an early adopter of new technologies in communications (from social media to Google Analytics ). Entering proprietary information into a database not under client or agency control breaks that trust — and could have legal ramifications. How we use it: with an eye toward our firm’s ethical standards.

Publicity 78

Publicity Guidelines Training Transportation 78

Shift Communications

MAY 17, 2023

At SHIFT, we’ve often been an early adopter of new technologies in communications (from social media to Google Analytics ). Entering proprietary information into a database not under client or agency control breaks that trust — and could have legal ramifications. How we use it: with an eye toward our firm’s ethical standards.

Publicity 78

Publicity Guidelines Training Transportation 78

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JANUARY 23, 2024

Before we look at the intersection of machine learning and psychology, it’s important to consider how the technology can make a difference in PR and marketing campaigns. Well, frankly, technology can only go so far when it comes to understanding human behavior. How can you bridge the human and the technological?

Technology 77

Technology Training Data Consumer 77

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

I started PR 20/20 in November 2005 out of a spare bedroom in my Cleveland home with a $25,000 loan and a belief that there was a better way to build an agency. Fueled by a mix of youthful exuberance, adrenaline and caffeine, I set out to redefine the marketing agency model with a focus on standardized services and value-based pricing.

Financial 98

Financial Conference Agency Resources 98

Konnect Agency

SEPTEMBER 25, 2023

Creativity and Innovation: Partnering with another brand can bring fresh perspectives and ideas to your marketing efforts. Collaboration often sparks creativity and leads to unique campaigns that stand out in a crowded marketplace. Be sure they have a strong track record of ethical practices.

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Branding Brand Reputation Product Launch 52

Stern + Associates

AUGUST 3, 2022

Susan Stern shares how she made her dream of an honest, respectful and responsive client services agency a reality. Earlier in your career, you experienced “agency life.” I have seen many individuals who are highly motivated to learn, develop and strengthen the skills required to succeed in agency life.

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Groups Employee Ethics Strategy 118

Sword and the Script

JANUARY 3, 2023

Public affairs: This involves working with government officials and agencies to shape public policy and advocate on behalf of an organization.”. Adaptability: PR is a rapidly evolving field, and PR practitioners must be able to adapt to new trends and technologies in order to be successful. And in B2B marketing it already does.

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Interviews Publicity Technology Social Media 102

Konnect Agency

AUGUST 17, 2023

Barbie’s iconic brand aesthetic and logo effortlessly captures a world of imagination, presenting a timeless symbol of creativity and personal expression. Patagonia’s commitment to ethical campaigns, including initiatives like the Worn Wear program, has set new standards for responsible business practices in the retail industry.

Branding 52

Branding Brand Automotive Retail 52

Landis PR

JANUARY 10, 2022

We work with a broad range of clients, including technology, healthcare, nonprofits, environment, hospitality and more. LCI is a strategic, disciplined and effective communications agency. But it also values quality of life and ethics for its staff. We rarely stay past 5:30/6:00, which is wonderful in the PR agency world.

Healthcare 98

Healthcare Policies Nonprofit Ethics 98

Burrelles Fresh Ideas

JUNE 6, 2023

One thing is certain, this giant step in the technological revolution is here to stay and only growing more extensive and impactful daily. Content Creation and Curation: AI technologies can assist marketers in creating and curating content. AI helps prepare our thinking and craft to realize our creative vision.”

Communications 40

Communications Marketing Technology Data 40

PR in High Definition

MAY 24, 2023

This celebration of diversity, inclusivity, creativity, and culture was a clear reminder that the human influence is invaluable for businesses – particularly as AI creeps further into our lives. Because AI lacks the aforementioned soft skills, its inability to think critically or creatively generates concerns surrounding ethics.

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Reputation Tourism Creativity Television 62

PR 20/20

SEPTEMBER 8, 2021

I started PR 20/20 in November 2005 out of a spare bedroom in my Cleveland home with a $25,000 loan and a belief that there was a better way to build an agency. Fueled by a mix of youthful exuberance, adrenaline and caffeine, I set out to redefine the marketing agency model with a focus on standardized services and value-based pricing.

Financial 52

Financial Conference Agency Resources 52

Solo PR Pro

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Ahem, by the way, that's against our code of ethics.). The same comparison is true of a big PR/Communications agency vs a boutique or solo practitioner. So why ask your PR team to guarantee media results? To guarantee timing of a bylined article placement or published article after an interview? In PR it’s the same.

Communications 99

Communications Comparison Exercises Interviews 99

Stephen Waddington

JULY 11, 2018

We're the world's most creative PR agency delivering work that matters. AI has become a catch all term to describe technology that simplifies a task for a human being. Technology is impacting PR work in a variety of ways, including the simplification of tasks; listening and monitoring; and automation. Welcome to Ketchum.

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Analysis Ethics Technology Crisis Management 60

Stephen Waddington

AUGUST 12, 2020

Nine entrepreneurs talk about the agencies they’ve launched during the pandemic. I caught up with nine agency founders who have started their businesses during the COVID-19 crisis to talk about their proposition, motivation and the lessons that they’d share with others thinking of doing the same. I wish them all good luck.

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Agency Meeting Retail Energy 161

The Hoffman Agency

APRIL 9, 2020

As a profession, PR has been slow to take up new technology. How can we best advise clients on managing their narratives around AI, and what are the big ethical questions we should be helping them ask? What’s that got to do with Public Relations? Most importantly, will AI take our jobs?

Ethics 36

Ethics Leadership Technology Creativity 36

Maxim Behar

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

I can turn an amateur into a professional in a few months, but I can turn us into a lazy hard-working or intriguing team player. -Did agencies stop working because of the coronavirus? The Bulgarian Association of Communication Agencies expects a 10% decline in the advertising market for 2020. Well, for sure.

Crisis Management 83

Crisis Management Crisis Advertising Advertising 83

Stephen Waddington

MAY 23, 2018

A new report published by the CIPR examines how much of what we do in public relations is threatened by technology. It examines the impact of technology and specifically AI on public relations practice. Technology is impacting PR in a variety of ways, including the simplification of tasks; listening and monitoring; and automation.

Analysis 60

Analysis Technology Tools Exercises 60

Stephen Waddington

DECEMBER 30, 2019

Tackling fake news and disinformation: an ethical issue that strikes at the heart of practice 6. It’s impossible to keep coming up with creative ideas to reach and resonate with audiences who are not represented by a PR team. Bold creative and excellent campaigns cannot be delivered by an organisation with a sick culture.

Government 103

Government Education Print Ethics 103

Sword and the Script

MARCH 11, 2017

There’s nothing inherently wrong with such a perspective, but it ignores the influence of technology. Technology is by definition the application of science for practical use. Speed is a staple value proposition of technology and tools clearly have an influence on a craft, whether carpentry or PR or something else. Talk to Us!

Tools 67

Tools Marketing Advertising Advertising 67

Sword and the Script

SEPTEMBER 24, 2016

The ethical implications are incredible – and maybe too are the dangers. Does your B2B PR machine bring creative ideas? That’s my takeaway from an agency view piece for AdAge called How to Not Lose Your Marketing Job to a Machine. In the creative domain, humans still dominate. I call that the frequency hop phenomenon.

Marketing 60

Marketing Creativity B2B Ethics 60

Waxing UnLyrical

AUGUST 10, 2011

As one great article I read recently from IABC described it, the future communicator must be able to think both creatively and strategically. Funnily enough, they called this the “creative strategist.&#. New media technologies: The world of new media is moving and changing the face of our profession – fast!

Ethics 75

Ethics Community Internal International 75

PR Conversations

JANUARY 29, 2016

But then, this year’s theme: “Mastering the Fourth Industrial Revolution” associated the world’s elite with power and masculinity; He-Man and The Masters of the Universe seeking to control the impact of a revolution caused by new forms of technology. Money can’t buy respect.

Publicity 40

Publicity Ethics Creativity Travel 40

PR 20/20

OCTOBER 10, 2019

Technology will get smarter, intelligently automating traditionally human-powered activities while adding layers of complexity to your martech stack. Brands will need to become more human with greater resources dedicated to listening, relationship building, ethics, empathy, creativity, culture and community.

Case Study 42

Case Study Storytelling Study Engineering 42

5W PR

AUGUST 30, 2024

In the ever-evolving world of public relations, the emergence of new technologies, particularly artificial intelligence (AI), is transforming the industry. Gone are the days when PR was solely about creativity and storytelling. While creativity remains crucial, today’s PR campaigns are increasingly data-driven.

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Trends Ethics Data-Driven PR Storytelling 78