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How To Create Stand-Out B2B Content In A Zero-Click World

Learn breakthrough strategies to reshape your B2B content marketing for AI-driven search and complex buying networks. 
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Shifting Search Behaviors Demand Smarter Content Strategies

Lisa Gately 1 day ago
As B2B buyers embrace genAI tools and zero-click search to make decisions, traditional content strategies no longer cut it.

Navigate B2B Volatility Like A Pro With Forrester

Struggling to adapt to shifting priorities and economic challenges? Our webinar reveals how to thrive with smart scenario planning, quick decisions, and solid compliance strategies.

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Shine Bright At The B2B Summit APAC 2025 Awards!

Daryl Wright 7 days ago
Attention, all B2B leaders! The stage is set, and the spotlight is on you. The B2B Summit APAC Awards are calling for entries — this is your golden opportunity to showcase your extraordinary achievements.
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The 95-5 Rule Is Not A Rule, But It’s Not A Myth Either

John Arnold May 12, 2025
Can you trust the so-called 95:5 rule when you target B2B buyers with your brand and demand marketing mix? Here's what we found.
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Leaders Need To Review Event Plans Amid Economic And Political Uncertainty

Conrad Mills April 17, 2025
The political environment is impacting the appeal of US-based events for international attendees, with Tourism Economics, a subsidiary of Oxford Economics, predicting a 15.2% decline in inbound international travel due to a combination of shifts in pubic sentiment, travel advisories, and visa delays. At the same time, events focused on the US government sector are […]
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Navigating The Storm: How B2B Leaders Can Weather Volatility And Thrive

Matthew Selheimer April 10, 2025
Doubling down on customer insights, leaning into stability where it exists, and staying empathetic and adaptable will help B2B leaders stay on course.
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Confidence In Marketing Measurement Is Increasing, But The Job Is Getting Bigger

Brad Haag April 7, 2025
While B2C marketers are confident in their ability to measure impact, trends in marketing analytics aren't making it any easier. Find out why in this preview of a new report on the state of B2C marketing measurement.

Lead And Focus CX With Purpose During Volatility

CX, digital, and B2C leaders: Don’t let market chaos spark reactive decisions. Watch this Forrester webinar to learn how to focus on what really matters during turbulent times.

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The Sudden Silo Breaker: GenAI Converges Search Experiences And Disciplines

Nikhil Lai April 1, 2025
Generative AI search experiences are increasingly conversational, assistive, and agentic. As a result, distinctions between search experiences are disappearing. Our latest report helps marketing, digital, and technology leaders and processes adapt to genAI-integrated search.
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B2B Brand Safety Must Transcend Digital Boundaries

Karen Tran March 24, 2025
Companies’ reputations aren’t just built (or destroyed) online. Marketing leaders must stay mindful of the vast ecosystem influencing their brand’s reputation.
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In A World Of Buying Mayhem, All Leaders Must Be Change Leaders

Katy Tynan March 20, 2025
Today’s dizzying pace of change will not abate, and leaders must show the way forward. At our upcoming events, B2B Summit North America and CX Summit EMEA, we’ll show you how.
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Siloed CX Metrics Are Holding You Back — Take Action At CX Summit EMEA

Martin Gill February 28, 2025
Too many companies invest in CX to improve what their customers say about their experiences, rather than to actually improve those experiences. At CX Summit EMEA 2025, learn how to create better, more meaningful experiences that foster loyalty and growth.
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Announcing The Winners Of Forrester’s B2B Return On Integration Honors For North America

Matthew Selheimer February 27, 2025
This year’s winners stand out for their level of customer focus, cross-functional integration, and business results. Learn about this year’s B2B Return On Integration Honorees for North America, and hear their stories at our upcoming B2B Summit.

Turn Buying Groups Into Revenue Machines

Ready to close bigger deals faster? Learn how with Forrester’s B2B Revenue Waterfall™ and master the six steps to identifying, engaging, and converting buying groups.

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X-tortion: How Advertisers Are Losing Control Of Media Choice

Jay Pattisall February 25, 2025
The platform's recent actions to appeal for increased advertising investment threaten media choice and the solvency of the advertising industry.
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Sync Or Swim: Mastering B2B Processes

Vicki Brown February 25, 2025
In today’s fast-paced business environment, operational excellence is crucial. Successful organizations categorize and sequence every B2B process, identifying and addressing breakdowns effectively. The Forrester B2B Process Chain Framework provides seven categories — strategize, plan, design, build, deploy, measure, and optimize — that help visualize and synchronize interconnected B2B processes. This alignment ensures excellence and adaptability, supporting sales and marketing teams.
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The Essential Role Of Process In Executing Your B2B Strategy

Cristina De Martini February 12, 2025
Process is not merely a conduit for efficiency; it’s the backbone for converting strategy into results. Without a robust process in place, reaching your goals becomes almost impossible. Learn a four-step method to turning process into a powerful execution tool.
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Advertisers Look For Super Growth In Super Bowl LIX

Eric Epstein February 12, 2025
Fly, Eagles, fly! I normally prefer competitive Super Bowl games, but this Eagles fan was perfectly happy with a massacre this year. And also — there were ads!
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If Process Is So Important, Why Isn’t Process Prioritized?

Laura Cross February 11, 2025
In today’s unstable market driven by shifting buyer expectations and AI disruption, strong processes are an organization’s lifeline, ensuring predictability, consistency, and scalability, yet many organizations overlook their importance. Investing in process improvement isn’t a nice-to-have — it’s essential. It boosts innovation, creates competitive differentiation, improves efficiency, cuts waste, and makes an organization agile.

Calm The Impact Of Volatility — And Thrive

Stay ahead of market volatility — be prepared, not reactive. Learn how to optimize costs, lead change, and mitigate risks with Forrester's report on navigating uncertainty and driving success in challenging times.

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The Total Experience Awaits At Forrester’s CX Summit 2025

Rick Parrish February 11, 2025
Imagine a future where bold brand strategies seamlessly blend with real-world journeys to captivate and delight customers. Explore the tools to create that future at CX Summit North America, the premier gathering of CX, marketing, and digital professionals.
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“Learn Best Practices, Hear Ideas, And Just Get Motivated” — B2B Summit Attendees Share Why You Should Attend

Dave Frankland February 10, 2025
What makes Forrester’s B2B Summit the premier gathering for marketing, sales, product, and customer success pros? We asked past attendees to find out.
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SEO Must Solve Its Marketing Problem

Nikhil Lai February 7, 2025
SEO remains critically important, despite its challenges. The market for SEO solutions is growing to meet marketers’ evolving needs, including adapting to the rise of generative AI and diversification of search beyond Google. Our new Landscape report delves into the SEO market’s maturity, dynamics, notable vendors, and more.
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