There’s one thing you can safely say about the economy: No one knows what comes next. We’ve just gone through two-plus years of being told a recession is right around the corner. This while many corporations were seeing record profits. 

One thing marketers in particular know about the economy: People want to cut marketing’s budget no matter how the economy or the bottom line are performing. Fortunately, Fran Riemersma is here with three things you can do to increase your martech budget.  

Constantine von Hoffman
Managing Editor

 
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  • “The drive to cut costs can lead companies into a trap, sacrificing long-term value and customer satisfaction for short-term gains. To break this cycle, companies must rethink how they measure martech’s impact, align team objectives and build internal support for martech investments.” Frans Riemersma in 3 steps to increase your martech budget.  
  • “Marketers are now at the mercy of algorithms that shape everything from visible customer-facing interactions to behind-the-scenes operations. This means the marketer’s role is to ensure the right balance between technological advancements and human connection.” Theresa Kushner in 6 steps to help improve your customer experience with AI
 

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