Category: Research

The State of AI Risk Management in 2026, a report by Heimdal, based on a survey of 1,000 IT professionals across the United Kingdom and the United States, reveals a significant disconnect between executive confidence and the operational realities faced by security practitioners. This gap highlights urgent priorities for…

According to From Discovery to Checkout: How AI Is Changing Consumer Behavior, new research from Zeta Global, senior marketing and CX leaders must understand this evolving landscape to build trust, foster loyalty, and drive measurable outcomes in an AI-powered commerce environment.

While AI promises increased efficiency, faster content creation, and streamlined workflows, a recent study by Optimizely reveals a more complex reality. The findings, based on a survey of over 2,000 B2B marketing leaders across seven global markets, indicate that current AI adoption often leads to fragmented efforts, increased manual…

CMO Outlook 2026, a global study of over 500 marketing leaders by Lippincott and Bloomberg Media reveals critical tensions that demand a reevaluation of marketing leadership: how CMOs gain internal credibility, leverage emerging technologies like AI, and champion long-term brand health against immediate commercial demands. Success in 2026 and…

The traditional Content Management System (CMS), once a straightforward tool for website publishing, has fundamentally evolved. Today, it must function as an enterprise content hub, managing diverse content across numerous digital channels and supporting complex, cross-functional teams. This shift, driven by expanded digital touchpoints and the rise of artificial…

Amazon’s Prime Day has evolved beyond a single-retailer event, becoming a bellwether for broader shifts in consumer sentiment and purchasing behaviors during peak sales periods. Insights from Akeneo’s “Prime Day 2026” infographic reveal a landscape dominated by intentional shopping, economic pragmatism, and the increasing influence of artificial intelligence (AI)

However, recent research by Cordial and Org.Works challenges this narrative. Their April 2026 study, Designing the AI-Native Marketing Organization: How Retail Marketing Leaders Are Redesigning Teams, Roles, and Governance for AI, surveying 100 retail marketing executives, reveals that AI does not simplify marketing; rather, it intensifies the need for…

he Parloa Consumer Patience Index 2026, a survey of 1,001 US consumers, reveals a population exhausted by ineffective automation and ready to switch brands over poor service. This report provides critical insights for senior marketing and CX leaders regarding current customer frustrations, patience thresholds, and expectations for automated interactions,…

The Typeface Signal Report: The AI Speed Paradox (2026), reveals a significant disconnect: despite widespread AI adoption, marketing organizations are not consistently achieving faster campaign execution. Instead, many face increased complexity, operational bottlenecks, and heightened risks to brand quality.

A recent study by HostingAdvice.com (2026) reveals that 73% of Americans expect significant disruption to their lives within 24 hours of a major cloud outage. For senior marketing and customer experience (CX) leaders at large enterprises, these findings underscore the immediate and tangible impact such events have on customer…