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ONLINE STRATEGY MONTH: AI is important, but marketing success also requires personalisation and an omnichannel approach
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Senior brand marketing professionals are navigating a rapidly evolving landscape, driven by technological advancements, shifting consumer expectations, and the growing importance of sustainability. Staying competitive requires innovative strategies and solutions that combine creativity, data, and technology. Here are the key trends shaping brand marketing, covering techniques, technologies, costs, and future outlook as we head into 2025…

1. Personalisation and Customer-Centric Campaigns

Personalisation has become a cornerstone of brand marketing, with consumers expecting tailored experiences. Advanced data analytics and AI-driven tools enable brands to deliver hyper-targeted content, offers, and messaging across digital channels. For example, personalised email campaigns and dynamic website content enhance engagement and drive conversions.

While implementing these tools involves upfront investment in technology and data infrastructure, the increased ROI from better customer retention and higher sales makes it a valuable strategy.

2. Omnichannel Integration

Seamless omnichannel marketing is essential for delivering consistent brand experiences across platforms. Consumers interact with brands through multiple touchpoints—social media, email, e-commerce, and in-store—making unified messaging critical.

Technologies like customer data platforms (CDPs) allow brands to integrate and synchronise data across channels, enabling marketers to create cohesive and engaging campaigns. This approach is particularly effective in retail, where a seamless experience from online browsing to in-store purchasing boosts loyalty.

3. Sustainability and Purpose-Driven Marketing

Consumers increasingly expect brands to align with their values, particularly regarding sustainability and social responsibility. Purpose-driven marketing campaigns that highlight eco-friendly initiatives or community engagement resonate strongly with modern audiences.

Brands investing in sustainable packaging, ethical sourcing, or carbon-neutral practices often incorporate these efforts into their storytelling. While such initiatives can increase costs initially, they build long-term brand loyalty and appeal to younger, value-driven demographics.

4. Advanced Creative Technologies

Creative innovation is accelerating with technologies like augmented reality (AR), virtual reality (VR), and AI-generated content. AR is being used for immersive product demonstrations, while VR enables virtual brand experiences. AI tools streamline content creation, reducing costs and accelerating campaign delivery.

These technologies allow brands to stand out, particularly in competitive sectors like fashion, automotive, and technology. Though they require investment, their ability to captivate audiences and enhance engagement justifies the expenditure.

Outlook: AI and Predictive Marketing

Looking ahead, AI will play an even greater role in predictive marketing, using data to anticipate consumer trends and preferences. Brands will increasingly use AI to optimise campaigns, improve efficiency, and create more personalised and impactful experiences.

Conclusion

Senior brand marketing professionals in the UK are leveraging personalisation, sustainability, and advanced technologies to build stronger connections with consumers. By staying ahead of these trends, brands can ensure they remain relevant, engaging, and competitive in a dynamic market landscape.

Are you searching for Online Strategy solutions for your organisation? The Digital Marketing Summit can help!

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Marketers ‘must focus’ on transcending disruption in 2025
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With increased pressure to deliver growth and support cross-functional work, Gartner has identified three priorities for CMOs to deliver marketing excellence in 2025, namely Transcending Disruption, Elevating Enterprise Impact and Maximising Marketing Yield.

“Marketing faces extraordinary expectations heading into 2025, and CMOs cannot risk incremental change when the enterprise expects transformative results,” said Ewan McIntyre, VP Analyst and the Chief of Research for the Gartner Marketing Practice. “A sharp focus on marketing excellence is key. By applying the resources CMOs have with ever greater vision and discipline, they will earn the confidence of the business to expand their leadership and stewardship of resources.”

In a survey of 395 CMOs conducted in February and March 2024, respondents said they devote almost 40% of their budget to activities focused on change and transformation. The problem is that constant disruption diverts attention from long-term goals. CMOs must identify where tactical thinking has replaced strategic discipline and dedicate resources to ongoing strategy management, such as staff time, training and tools.

“A strategy management capability is a self-funding investment. While managing strategy is a core part of the CMO role, it cannot happen without a supporting organizational capability,” said McIntyre.

Gartner asserts that many CMOs are not fulfilling their growth potential – both in terms of delivering business results and maximizing their leadership effectiveness. In a survey of 125 CEOs and CFOs conducted in August and September 2024, executive leaders reported that only 14% of CMOs are effective at market shaping, or influencing market dynamics by identifying and fulfilling unmet customer needs. Companies where CMOs are effective at market shaping are 2.6 times more likely to exceed revenue and profit goals.

Market shaping CMOs distinguish themselves from C-suite colleagues with their exceptional skill-level in data-based decision making, strategy management and market knowledge. These skills help CMOs make meaning from data and convert trends into visionary strategies.

“This is a different skill set than merely understanding or empathizing with the customer,” said Sharon Cantor Ceurvorst, Vice President, Research in the Gartner Marketing Practice. “With customer data increasingly available to all functions, the CMO edge lies in knowing how to synthesize insight from an array of different sources to find opportunities for differentiation.”

With customer understanding being a significant driver of marketing-led growth, CMOs should be concerned that many customers feel misunderstood by brands. In a survey of over 6,000 U.S. consumers conducted in July and August 2024, 58% reported that the companies trying to sell them something don’t have a good understanding of their needs and preferences. The consequence is that many marketing campaigns underperform, wasting budgets, resources and opportunity.

“What’s perplexing about this is that marketing has never had more access to data, or more technology tasked with building customer understanding and targeting messages. Right now, technology-driven customer engagement is at an inflection point,” said McIntyre. “The vast majority of marketing teams are accelerating AI initiatives; 95% of CMOs in 2024 reported that GenAI investments are a priority.”

Gartner says CMOs must avoid the pitfalls of AI-driven excess and prioritize customer journey investments with the greatest economic return. A data- and hypothesis-led approach will help rebuild emotional connections with customers who are feeling misunderstood and drive a mutually productive growth engine.

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Research highlights gender pay gap in marketing
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New research shows that two-thirds of UK jobs with a predominantly female workforce have gender pay gaps in favour of men, including the marketing sector in fourth place.
Ciphr’s gender pay gap study, based on the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS), found that most (70%) female-dominated occupations, with workforces of over 50,000 employees, have a gender pay gap.
Just 3% of occupational roles held by a greater proportion of women than men (60% or more vs 40% or less) have no gender pay gaps, while a quarter (27%) have pay gaps that favour women.
Some of the jobs with the largest numbers of workers and median gender pay gaps of 10% or more include office managers, solicitors and lawyers, marketing and commercial managers, and financial accounts managers. Around 380,700 women hold these roles (compared to 206,800 men) yet their gender pay gaps range from 13.4% to 18.4% in favour of men. This means that men in these types of roles earn more per hour, on average, than their female peers doing similar work.
Other jobs with big gender pay gaps include residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors (including care home owners, community centre managers, and welfare housing managers), and other educational professionals (roles in this group include bursars, university administrators, moderators, academic tutors, and HE learning support officers). The average gender pay gaps for these occupational groups are 14.8% and 14.4% respectively.
Notably, there’s even a 4.7% gender pay gap for women working as office administrators and clerical/admin assistants, despite 78% of the workforce being women. It’s the third-most common job type filled by women, after care workers (and home carers) and sales and retail assistants, with nearly half a million (452,800) female employees.
Hourly pay disparities like these (the average gender pay gap for all workers is currently 13.1% in favour of men) can add up over women’s working lives – potentially leading to gender pay differences of thousands of pounds, as well as impacting their final pension savings.
Unsurprisingly – given that three-quarters of all jobs have a gender pay gap in 2024, according to Ciphr’s analysis – this disappointing trend of women earning less per hour, on average, than men, is also repeated across most (82%) job roles that are predominantly held by men. And 85% of the roles that have relatively gender-balanced workforces too.
The female-dominated careers with the widest gender pay gaps in 2024 are:
  • Financial accounts managers: 18.4% gender pay gap
  • Residential, day and domiciliary care managers and proprietors: 14.8%
  • Other educational professionals: 14.4%
  • Marketing and commercial managers: 13.6%
  • Office managers: 13.4%
  • Solicitors and lawyers: 13.4%
  • Business associate professionals (including business systems analysts, planning assistants and project coordinators): 11.3%
  • Business and related research professionals: 11.1%
  • Public relations professionals: 10.7%
  • Other health professionals (including public health advisers, audiologists, dieticians, immunisation managers and mental health workers): 8.6%
  • Education managers: 8.4%
  • Records clerks and assistants: 8.3%
  • Book-keepers, payroll managers and wages clerks: 7%
  • Nurse practitioners: 6.9%
  • Cleaning and housekeeping managers and supervisors: 6.9%
These stats stand in stark contrast to recent survey results, which revealed that just 8% of UK employees (of 1,200 polled) think their job has a gender pay gap in favour of men.
Ciphr’s gender pay gap report, including gender pay gap data by occupation, industry, and major towns and cities, is available at https://www.ciphr.com/infographics/gender-pay-gap-statistics-2024.

CREATIVE & DESIGN MONTH: From brand guidelines to AI tools, here’s how to source the best expertise
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Partnering with the right creative and design consultancy is essential for building impactful campaigns, enhancing brand identity, and driving engagement. As consumer expectations evolve, so do the requirements for innovative, adaptable, and results-driven creative solutions. Here’s how to effectively approach the task of sourcing a creative and design partner for your organisation, based on inout from delegates and suppliers at the Digital Marketing Solutions Summit…

1. Define Objectives and Brand Needs

Start by identifying your organisation’s creative and design goals. Are you looking to develop a new brand identity, revamp packaging, produce multi-channel campaigns, or create immersive digital experiences? Clarify how these objectives align with broader business goals, such as increasing brand awareness, driving conversions, or expanding into new markets.

Your partner must also understand your brand’s ethos, tone of voice, and target audience. Having a well-documented brand guideline can help potential partners understand your creative framework and ensure alignment from the outset.

2. Evaluate Expertise and Industry Alignment

Look for consultancies with a proven track record in your industry. Agencies familiar with your sector—whether it’s retail, technology, healthcare, or financial services—will better understand market dynamics and consumer behavior. Review their portfolio and case studies for examples of work that aligns with your objectives.

Ask for references or testimonials from previous clients to validate their experience and ability to deliver results. A strong partner should be able to demonstrate measurable outcomes, such as increased engagement, improved sales, or enhanced brand visibility.

3. Focus on Innovation and Technology Integration

Modern marketing demands innovative solutions. Choose a partner that leverages the latest technologies, such as AI-driven design tools, augmented reality (AR), and data-informed creative strategies. These capabilities can elevate your campaigns by offering personalization, interactivity, and immersive experiences.

Also, consider the partner’s expertise in digital-first design, ensuring they can adapt creative assets for social media, e-commerce, and mobile platforms.

4. Assess Costs and ROI

Creative consultancy fees vary widely, often depending on project scope and agency reputation. Evaluate whether their pricing structure—be it retainer, per-project, or performance-based—aligns with your budget. Assess the potential return on investment (ROI) by considering how their work will impact brand perception, customer engagement, and revenue growth.

5. Prioritise Collaboration and Long-Term Fit

A successful creative partnership relies on collaboration. Choose a consultancy that values open communication and can adapt to your organisation’s evolving needs. Long-term partners often deliver greater value, as they develop a deeper understanding of your brand over time.

By aligning goals with the right expertise, innovative approaches, and a focus on ROI, senior marketing professionals can build productive relationships with creative and design partners. The right consultancy will not only execute your vision but also elevate your brand’s presence and drive measurable success.

Are you searching for Creative & Design solutions for your organisation? The Digital Marketing Solutions Summit can help!

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Are podcasts the key to reaching Gen Z and Millennials?
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Podcasts have emerged as a powerful medium for brand discovery, overtaking traditional platforms — especially amongst younger audiences, according to new data from research platform GWI’s Connecting the Dots report.

The shift highlights a growing opportunity for brands to tap into this trend to reach their key audiences. Since 2021, brand discovery through podcasts has accelerated, particularly with Gen Z listeners, who are increasingly tuning into podcasts over other media.

And it’s not just brand awareness that has increased. Almost as many Americans get their news from podcasts (21%) as newspapers (24%) — a shift driven primarily by Millennials and Gen Z listeners, of which one in four say they enjoy listening to podcasts.

The recent US election also highlighted the importance of podcasts to American listeners, with 14% of Americans noting podcasts as a source of information on US politics, and 5% noting it as one of the most trustworthy sources.

With podcast investment on the rise through high-profile deals — like the recent acquisition of Call Her Daddy by SiriusXM for $125 million — they are positioned as a lucrative investment for brands wanting to connect with younger consumers, who are spending more time with podcasts than ever before.

However, as with all channels, brands must be mindful of ad fatigue — especially among younger listeners, of which one in five say they’ll tend to skip ads, compared to just 15% of Gen X and Baby Boomers.

In fact, consumers have made it clear that the format of an ad is a deciding factor in skipping it or switching off entirely. 17% of listeners have a preference for ads integrated into the episode, in the host’s style — making it crucial for brands to tailor engaging and relevant advertisements.

Although most listeners dedicate less than an hour a day to podcasts (42%), the growing listenership is a clear opportunity for brands to align with their audiences interests through tailored, host-led ads that seamlessly blend into the show’s content.

Commenting on these findings, Bridget Evans, Global Director of Business Brand Marketing at Spotify, said: “Gen Z’s love for podcasts extends offline, with 37% attending live podcast events, deepening their relationships with trusted hosts and communities.

“This means podcasts are now a 360-degree amplification opportunity for brands. Spotify’s ecosystem — from live events to social and audience targeting via Spotify Audience Network and more — lets brands reach these highly-engaged audiences and forge authentic connections across multiple touchpoints.”

Matt Smith, Trends Analyst at GWI adds: “Unlike traditional media, podcasts provide a unique opportunity for brands to reach listeners in an environment where ads can feel like a part of the experience. Younger generations value a deeper personal connection to content and are drawn to hosts that they find relatable, so podcasts are a powerful option for targeting these audiences in an engaging way.

“As podcast popularity continues to grow, brands that adopt a well-thought out and aligned approach to podcast advertising can create more memorable touchpoints with audiences that can’t be replicated via other channels.”

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eCommerce Forum places are filling up fast – Register today!
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We only have a limited number of free delegate passes available for the eCommerce Forum this February—join us for a unique networking experience tailored to the ecommerce industry!

Your free pass includes:

– A personalised itinerary of 1-2-1 meetings with top industry suppliers to discuss your upcoming projects and explore how their solutions can support you.
– Access to our engaging seminar programme, led by industry experts, designed to expand your knowledge.
– Complimentary lunch and refreshments throughout the day.
– Multiple networking breaks to help you make valuable business connections.

4th February | Hilton London Canary Wharf | 8am-5pm

Interested? BOOK NOW!

Plus… Exciting news!

The Ecom Mixer is back right after the eCommerce Forum—details to follow! You can add your name to our waiting list to get first dibs on updates.

If you have any questions or need more information, just reach out to us here.

December is Online Strategy Month on Marketing Briefing – Here’s how to get involved!
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Each month on Digital Marketing Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on different parts of the print and marketing sectors – and in December we’ll be focussing on Online Strategy solutions.

It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help marketing industry professionals find the best products and services available today.

So, if you specialise in Online Strategy and would like to be included as part of this exciting new shop window, we’d love to hear from you – for more info, contact Kerry Naumburger on k.naumburger@forumevents.co.uk.

Here’s our features list in full:-

Dec 2024 – Online Strategy
Jan 2025 – Content Management
Feb 2025 – Lead Generation & Tracking
Mar 2025 – Email Marketing
April 2025 – Digital Printing
May 2025 – Social Media
June 2025 – Brand Monitoring
July 2025 – Website Analytics
Aug 2025 – Conversion Rate Optimisation
Sept 2025 – Digital Signage
Oct 2025 – Printing
Nov 2024 – Creative & Design

CREATIVE & DESIGN MONTH: Looking back at the year AI landed, and how sustainability is making waves
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In 2024, the demand for impactful, technology-driven creative and design solutions was stronger than ever. Senior brand marketing professionals are leveraging new tools and strategies to engage audiences with high-quality, authentic, and personalised content. Here’s a look at the year’s biggest trends in creative and design solutions, along with insights into their usage, technology, costs, and future outlook…

1. AI-Powered Creative Tools for Personalisation

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is now central to many creative processes, enabling marketers to produce highly personalized content at scale. AI-powered design tools, such as automated ad design platforms and content generation software, allow brands to create customised visuals and messaging tailored to specific audience segments. With AI, marketers can produce various ad versions or social media visuals based on audience behavior, demographics, and interests, increasing engagement and conversion rates.

These tools are especially useful in e-commerce, where personalization drives sales. While AI-based design platforms may come with an initial investment, they are often subscription-based, making them affordable and adaptable. The cost-effectiveness of producing targeted content at scale can lead to significant long-term ROI.

2. Augmented Reality (AR) and Interactive Content

Augmented Reality (AR) is revolutionizing brand engagement by offering interactive experiences that blur the line between physical and digital worlds. AR enables customers to interact with products in immersive ways—such as trying on virtual clothing or viewing products in their own spaces through their smartphones. This is particularly valuable in retail, real estate, and lifestyle brands where visualizing the product in context enhances the customer experience.

AR adoption has become more accessible and affordable as platforms like Snapchat, Instagram, and TikTok now offer built-in AR tools for branded content. The ability to create highly interactive campaigns at a relatively low cost is making AR an attractive option for brands focused on Gen Z and Millennial audiences.

3. Sustainability-Focused Design

Sustainability has become a key value for brands, and it’s now being reflected in design solutions. Brands are increasingly prioritizing eco-friendly design practices, such as minimizing waste in packaging design, using recyclable materials, and promoting digital over print content. Visuals that emphasize sustainability and ethical practices—such as transparency in sourcing or carbon-neutral claims—are helping brands resonate with today’s eco-conscious consumers.

This trend is relevant across industries, from fashion to consumer goods. Though sustainable design solutions may initially seem costlier, they align with consumer demand, building brand loyalty and positioning companies as responsible, forward-thinking leaders.

4. Generative Design and 3D Modeling

Generative design, which uses algorithms to create design variations based on set parameters, is gaining popularity. This approach is particularly valuable in product design and architecture, allowing teams to create multiple iterations quickly. Paired with 3D modeling, generative design enables brands to visualize products or concepts in 3D environments, offering realistic previews before production.

3D modeling has become more affordable and accessible, with subscription-based platforms and open-source software, making it a valuable asset for industries like automotive, fashion, and gaming where high-quality visuals are critical.

Outlook for 2025 and Beyond

Moving forward, AI, AR, and sustainability will continue to shape creative and design solutions, with further advancements in real-time personalization and interactive content. The emphasis on technology-driven, sustainable, and immersive design experiences will empower brands to connect with audiences in meaningful, innovative ways, solidifying customer loyalty and brand relevance.

As these solutions become more accessible and cost-effective, marketing professionals can expect even greater creative flexibility and impact in their campaigns.

Are you searching for Creative & Design solutions for your organisation? The Digital Marketing Solutions Summit can help!

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Bricks-and-mortar ‘retail revival’ being driven by Gen Z and Millennials
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Despite frequent digital-first and social media dependent stereotyping, Gen Z and Millennial shoppers are the most frequent visitors to UK retail stores, helping drive the physical ‘retail revival’ in 2024.

That’s according to the latest research from RetailNext, which polled over 1,000 UK shoppers by RetailNext to show that while 40% of UK consumers now visit non-food stores once a week, 46% of Millennials make weekly trips to stores (+6 percentage points compared to the average UK shopper).

When it comes to fashion, younger Gen Zs were also the most frequent in-store shoppers, with the demographic more than twice as likely as the average UK consumer to head into apparel stores every week (28% vs 13%). And, despite Gen Z spending an estimated two hours every day on TikTok, a social media habit that often earns them the stereotype of being wedded to social commerce, two thirds (66%) of Gen Z, a demographic tipped to spend £1.2billion on fashion in the next 6months, prefer to use the store to discover fashion trends and products, according to a recent UNiDAYS report.

Similarly, for Health & Beauty, Gen Z were also x1.7 times more likely to visit stores weekly (34% vs 20% of average shoppers), while the proportion of Millennials taking trips to Health & Beauty shops each week is now +5 percent higher than the average UK consumer (25% vs 20%).  And with the trend for younger shoppers showing a growing preference for physical retail, increasingly online retailers, such as Gymshark, Trinny London and THG’s Lookfantastic, are looking to invest in bricks-and-mortar store networks.

“All too often assumed as being solely creatures of social commerce, younger consumer cohorts are embracing physical retail,” said Gary Whittemore, Head of Sales EMEA & APAC at RetailNext. “Whether that’s through a desire to reduce screentime, seeking more authentic shopping experiences or human interaction away from digital enclaves, or connecting and engaging with the brands they love IRL (in real life), we’re seeing rafts of younger shoppers leading the store revival both here in the UK and over in the U.S., choosing the store as their channel of choice.”

Outside of younger shopping cohorts, UK consumers as a whole are also signalling wider support for UK High Street retailers, echoing recent calls by retail leaders, including executives from M&S, Primark, Ikea and Tesco,who wrote to Chancellor Rachel Reeves ahead of the Budget demanding more relief for the sector through business rates reform.

Seven in ten (71%) consumers polled by RetailNext wanted to see retailers better supported in the Autumn Statement, with three quarters (75%) of UK consumers wanting the Government to do more specifically to support High Street retailers.  A further 70% believe bricks-and-mortar retail businesses should be given rates cuts to level the playing field between online competition.

“For many years now, we’ve heard death knell after death knell sounding the impending doom of the High Street,” Whittemore added.  “But the reality is physical retail remains an important and compelling component in omnichannel buying journeys, prompting strong support for the High Street amongst shoppers, which is why we continue to see many pureplays actively investing in growing their physical retail offerings.”

COMMERCIAL PRINTING MONTH: How to achieve success with the right partners
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Selecting the right commercial printing partner is essential for executing successful campaigns. Whether producing brochures, direct mail, packaging, or promotional materials, the quality, sustainability, and cost-effectiveness of your print collateral can significantly impact your brand’s reputation and campaign ROI. Here’s a guide to help navigate the process of selecting a reliable partner, based on delegate requirements at the Digital Marketing Solutions Summit…

1. Assess Print Quality and Capabilities

The first consideration is the print quality. Your commercial printing partner should be able to produce high-quality prints that align with your brand’s standards. This involves assessing the printer’s portfolio, requesting samples, and reviewing the clarity, colour accuracy, and material quality of their previous work. Print quality directly affects how your marketing materials are perceived, so it’s important to partner with a company that delivers consistently excellent results.

Additionally, it’s essential to assess their capabilities. Ensure the printing company can handle the specific types of materials you require—whether that’s custom formats, finishes, or large volumes. Some printing partners may specialize in certain types of printing, such as digital, offset, or large-format printing, so select a partner whose expertise matches your needs.

2. Technology and Innovation

In today’s fast-paced marketing environment, technology plays a significant role in streamlining production and enhancing print capabilities. Look for a partner that embraces advanced printing technologies, such as digital printing for personalization and on-demand print jobs. Features like variable data printing (VDP), which allows for mass customization of printed materials, can help you create targeted, personalized campaigns that resonate with your audience.

Moreover, partners offering integrated digital solutions, such as augmented reality (AR) or QR codes, can bridge the gap between print and online experiences, enhancing customer engagement and offering trackable results for ROI measurement.

3. Sustainability Credentials

Sustainability is increasingly important for brands and consumers alike. When selecting a commercial printing partner, consider their sustainability practices. Look for certifications like FSC (Forest Stewardship Council) or PEFC (Programme for the Endorsement of Forest Certification) for responsible sourcing of paper, and inquire about the use of eco-friendly inks, such as vegetable-based or waterless inks, that reduce environmental impact. A printing partner that prioritizes sustainability can help your brand meet its environmental goals while appealing to eco-conscious consumers.

4. Reliability and Communication

Reliability is crucial when working under tight deadlines. Ensure your chosen partner has a reputation for meeting deadlines consistently and delivering projects on time without sacrificing quality. A reliable partner will also provide clear communication, offering real-time updates on job progress and being available to answer any questions during the production process. Strong communication is key to preventing costly delays or errors in your print materials.

5. Cost-Effectiveness and Flexibility

Balancing quality with cost-effectiveness is another important factor. When evaluating potential printing partners, ask for detailed quotes and compare pricing structures. While cheaper options may seem appealing, always balance cost with quality and service. Look for partners that offer flexible pricing models, such as discounts for bulk printing or long-term contracts, to optimize your campaign budget.

Conclusion

Selecting the right commercial printing partner is a critical step in ensuring your marketing materials deliver the desired impact. By focusing on print quality, technological innovation, sustainability, reliability, and cost-effectiveness, senior marketing professionals can establish long-term partnerships with printing companies that help drive successful, high-impact campaigns.

Are you searching for Commercial Printing solutions for your organisation? The Digital Marketing Solutions Summit can help!

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