At a retail summit, Aman Gupta, Co-founder & CMO of boAt, spoke about navigating through the hurdles of eComm platforms, and the power of innovation in building a brand
Rajat Abbi, VP-Global Marketing, CMO, Greater India, Schneider Electric, lets us in on the company's media mix, B2C focus, festive marketing initiatives and more
D2C players share that customers are stalling purchases for the festive season and moving from traditional marketplaces to online to quick commerce transactions
As per analysts along with big-ticket events, a slow volume growth could have prompted FMCG majors to invest more aggressively in advertising to stimulate demand and maintain market share
Advocates of Pause Ads say when users voluntarily pause a video, they're often in a receptive state, potentially making them more open to advertising messages
Vivek Srivatsa, Chief Commercial Officer, Tata Passenger Electric Mobility, Tata.ev, on the EV market’s evolution, shifting marketing strategies, the brand’s take on performance marketing & more
With new launches, a decent monsoon and stable economic environment expected to drive consumer sentiment, automakers are expected to rev up marketing budgets, say industry watchers
D2C founders say with every passing year, the trend of premiumisation is on the rise, as a result of which they are noticing an increasing consumer interest in the brands’ premium product offerings
After Google’s Anthony Chavez announced that the tech giant won't deprecate third part cookies, the industry welcomes 'fresher ideas and fewer headaches' in its wake
Anthony Chavez VP, Privacy Sandbox, has said that instead of deprecating third-party cookies Google will introduce a ‘new experience’ in Chrome that will allow people to ‘make an informed choice’
These platforms are unlikely to see a drop in customer base as they have altered user behaviour permanently. Hence, advertiser loss is also unlikely, say experts
Industry players hopeful that the Union Budget will address issues like taxation, infra development, and support for homegrown talent in the e-sports arena
Since zero-click search means that the overall universe of clicks reduces, consequently Cost Per Click and Customer Acquisition Cost will go up in the coming days, believe experts
Amid rival X's floundering, Meta's microblogging platform Threads was up for a promising start; however, brands are still hesitant to advertise on the platform even one year after its launch
With increasing pressure on cutting down on spends, marketing teams are re-evaluating strategies, looking to improve visibility without the overhead of in-person activities
Shankar Prasad, CEO, Plum Goodness, talks to e4m about the company's focus on brand marketing, rise of premiumisation, preferred digital channels and more
Abhinav Iyer, Senior General Manager-Marketing and Strategy at The Muthoot Group tells e4m about the campaign's core consumer insight of 'trust' as a USP
Aviral Jain, MD at Kroll, explains how the globalization of entertainment has paved the way for Indian celebrities to become global ambassadors for brands, according to the recent Kroll report
As the SDC mandate comes into effect today onwards, the industry believe there will be no change in the course of business thanks to big events like T20
Arun Srinivas, Director and Head (India), Ads Business, Meta, talks about the need for FMCG brands to spend more on consumers' changing media habits in a digital-first world
Experts say while unskippable ads may temporarily frustrate users, they ultimately contribute to a more effective advertising ecosystem where brands can maximize their reach and impact
The thought is in the right direction, but the mandate isn't, say digital experts who note that self-declaration will be difficult given the massive number of assets that go up on digital platforms
Mukesh Agrawal, Co-Founder of The Media Ant, spoke about how media planning landscape has evolved, what startup founders need to know before investing in advtg & tech tools the platform is deploying
On the occasion of International Tea Day, e4m caught up with VAHDAM India’s Founder & CEO Bala Sarda on the brand’s growth story, industry trends and more
Industry heads share AI-powered tools are integral in various aspects of marketing and advertising but the adoption has been measured since clients seek concrete data and not just a 'hyped tool'
On MarTech Day 2024, we ask experts about the importance of ownership, collaboration and alignment of objectives among C-suite executives when it comes to driving marketing tech in an organisation
According to Soumya Mohanty, Managing Director & Chief Client Officer- South Asia, Insights Division, Kantar, less than 1% of ads get tested due to lack of time
In an interaction with e4m, B Thiagarajan, Managing Director of Blue Star, shares key insights on how the summer, IPL and elections drive demand, the challenges that come with it and more
While a section of advertisers globally have raised concerns, others say that such glitches happen during big policy changes and do get corrected in a few weeks
Mukta Maheshwari, CMO, P&G India, and VP - Fabric Care, along with Josy Paul, Chairman & CCO, BBDO India, share the creative vision behind the latest edition of Ariel’s #ShareTheLoad campaign
With the marketing role facing intense scrutiny in the recent times due to digital growth, we ask experts if it's time to bid farewell to the traditional CMO
With a massive increase in the volume & diversity of data, CMOs these days are grappling with the challenge of distilling the vast pool of information into actionable insights
Serveral marketers from different industries have told exchange4media that they are under pressure from the top management to cut down on tech spends because they are not able to show ‘immediate ROI’
If the strategy of Blinkit & Zepto works out, eventually it could make the two a part of the big league, where they will have to compete with the likes of existing e-commerce giants, say experts
The initiative was based on the insight that while India has the most number of enrollments in STEM education, the conversion of women who actually get into the workstream after that is just 17%
Despite having little purchasing power, this cohort has been described as a precocious generation, exerting a major influence on the buying habits of the family
FMCG companies are currently the biggest investors in first-party data with some big spenders even considering investing in data-mining models, say expert sources
Minimalist Co-founder Mohit Yadav says for international market, they will leverage a combination of digital platforms, traditional media channels, influencer partnerships and experiential marketing
According to heads of auto majors, the sector's digital ad spending is growing with the focus being on search advertising, followed by online video formats and social media
A growing preference for music streaming, podcasts and personalized content on smart devices is enabling radio advertisers with more insights and precise targeting opportunities
Ipsos' Chief Client Officer (Local Markets) Jim Needell and Chief Client Officer (APEC) Suresh Ramalingam talk about the trends in purchase behaviours, client needs, India as a market and more
In a chat with e4m, Indian actor and former Miss World, Manushi Chhillar opens up about her endorsement journey and her wish to associate with a chocolate brand someday
At the launch of the e4m-dentsu Digital Advertising Report 2024, Roshni Das, GM & Regional CMO – APJ Marketing & Partner Scale - Intel Corporation, delivered a keynote on scaling up AI personalisation
The tech giant said that it is building tools that can identify invisible markers at scale to label images from Google, OpenAI, Microsoft, Adobe, Midjourney, and Shutterstock
By removing certain ad targeting options, Meta is only decluttering its toolbox, say experts who are certain that the impact, if any, would be marginal on advertisers
A classic case of demand and supply, say experts who weigh in on the curious dynamics between Meta's ad impressions and ad prices as seen in its Q4 and annual results
Nitin Saini, Vice President - Marketing of Mondelez India Foods, spoke about the company acing the game of building iconic brands at the India Brand Conclave 2024
Deepak Subramanian, Executive Director - Home Care, Hindustan Unilever Limited (HUL) shared his take on creating purposeful brands at the India Brand Conclave 2024
Marketers and digital experts say that in a world where Search is driven by AI, brands will need to step up the SEO game but also focus on creating content aligned with intent
Business models that can unlock the hidden value using technology will emerge as the winners, said CK Kumaravel, Co-founder & CEO, Naturals Salon at the e4m Pride of India (South) Brands Summit
Acer India's marketing head Sooraj Balakrishnan discusses how retail fared for the company in 2023, why gaming will be a priority for Acer even in 2024, the preferred media mix and more
Priti Murthy, President, GroupM Nexus, spoke to e4m on data-driven strategies, the potential of Connected TV and other developments in the martech domain
At the e4m Red Carpet Experiential Marketing Summit & Awards, writer and communication coach Gitikka Ganju engaged in a chat on the power and responsibility of communication in an omni-connected era
At the e4m Red Carpet Experiential Marketing Summit and Awards, a panel of experts gathered to discuss the Future Proofing of Venues - Adapting to Changing Event Trends and Preferences
ChatGPT's ability to understand and mimic human conversation made it an invaluable asset in creating personalised experiences for consumers, ultimately boosting brand loyalty and customer satisfaction
Such situations, where clients hold back payments, not just affect the financial setup of the agency, but also takes a toll on the mental health of the ones who work on those projects, say experts
At the e4m MarTech India Conference 2023 a panel of industry heads deliberated on the key drivers that increase engagement across all marketing channels
With MarTech making great strides, Generative AI, Machine Learning, Customer Data Platforms and Voice Search were some of the topics that kept marketing heads busy this year. We explore why
There's a thin line between delivering value and spamming the users with push notifications; brands should be mindful of that lest customers opt out, say experts
Srinivas, who is currently the General Manager heading Marketing and Customer Experience for Mercedes Benz India, may take over the new role in January 2024
At a time when brands are vying for consumer attention, here's how MarTech has been helping them navigate competition and stay ahead in the marketing game
While the ad tech sector is likely to take a hit due to the risk of higher data cost, eCommerce firms seem to be better placed as they are not dependent on cookies, experts shared
Most Gen Zers seek instant gratification and prioritise work-life balance, making it difficult for the industry to be exciting enough to hold them back, say advertising heads
Big guns like HUL, Tata Consumer Products, Marico and others have been keeping up with the changing times, moving into the D2C space through acquisitions
The marketing funnel, the trusty road map that guided consumers from awareness to conversion, was designed for simpler times when choices were limited and attention was ample
While the subscription model helps brands seek customer loyalty and build on retention, customization and sustainability make this format appealing to customer groups, explain industry watchers
Organisations are likely to optimise costs as they realise that marketers are harnessing just one-third of the technology's capabilities despite it consuming a quarter of their budget, say experts
In this edition of e4m's D2C Revolution series, Vasa, Founder of GetVantage guides entrepreneurs about the different avenues of raising capital and the need to have a financial 'toolkit'
Ruchika Malhan Varma, Chief Marketing Officer, Future Generali India Insurance, engaged in an in-depth conversation about the role of MarTech in BFSI, building personalised connections and more
Across the D2C spectrum, urban consumers, once considered the primary market, are now being supplemented, and in some cases, even surpassed, by consumers from tier 2 and tier 3 cities
As part of e4m D2C Revolution series, Param Bhargava, Founder of T.A.C - The Ayurveda Company, spoke about a sustainable approach towards building the business, leveraging TV and much more
Bhasin, Category Lead, Kurkure, PepsiCo India speaks to exchange4media as the brand forays into the 'street snack' category with the launch of 'Chaat Fills'
In this instalment of e4m D2C Revolution series, Shankar Prasad, Founder & CEO of Plum Goodness discusses why it's key to stay consistent in terms of brand as well as product
Dasgupta, CMO, Heads Up For Tails (HUFT), explains the changing concept of pet 'ownership' in India, and the uniqueness of being a pet care brand with an omnichannel approach
Despite being a repository of diverse customer data, CDPs come with a caveat from experts who say that they should be deployed only after careful consideration of factors
Apurva Sircar, Head of Marketing, Bandhan Bank, talks about the pressure banks are facing to match up to the nimbleness of fintechs, their IT transformation process, and more
In today’s edition of the e4m D2C Revolution series, Kaushik Mukherjee, Co-Founder & COO, SUGAR Cosmetics, talks about the brand’s eight-year journey and understanding the beauty space
In our new series e4m D2C Revolution, we will shine the spotlight on D2C brands, diving deep into their journeys, marketing strategies, localisation & expansion plans. Today we feature Sirona Hygiene
Puneet Das, President - Packaged Beverages (India and South Asia), Tata Consumer Products, spoke to e4m on the brand’s latest hyperlocal ‘Desh Ke Dhaage’ campaign
The GA4 audience builder will help advertisers to build audiences thanks to the integration of AI-driven, accurate tracking and focus on user privacy, say digital experts
Nitin Saini, VP of Marketing at Mondelez International and Sukesh Nayak, CCO of Ogilvy India, let us in on the brand's latest AI-led campaign and the many learnings that came with it
Chief Digital and Marketing Officer and Head of Strategy Aabhinna Suresh Khare says the revitalization comes on the back of a digital transformation that the financial services market is seeing
With brands jumping onto the hype of creating ads and posts for every ‘special day’, the fatigue is now quite visible and hence the diminishing number of ad films, say experts