Accrease is proud to announce the achievement of ISO 27001 certification, marking a significant milestone in our unwavering commitment to safeguarding client data with the utmost integrity.
ISO 27001 requires a systematic risk assessment, the implementation of robust security controls, and a continuous commitment to management and improvement. As we celebrate this achievement, we are mindful that our journey towards excellence in data protection is ongoing.
Our dedication to enhancing our services remains steadfast, as we uphold the highest security standards for our customers, partners, and employees. This certification underlines our promise to protect information and demonstrates our proactive approach to managing information security risks.
Moving forward, we pledge to maintain our ISO certification standards and strive for continuous improvement, ensuring our information security management systems are equipped to counter evolving risks.
We extend our deepest gratitude to our team for their relentless hard work and dedication, which has been instrumental in reaching this milestone.
What this means for you
For our clients and partners, Accrease's ISO 27001 certification offers solid assurance that their data is in safe and secure hands. It affirms that our practices are not just pledges, but are actions aligned with one of the most rigorous and respected information security standards in the world.
With this achievement, Accrease reinforces its position as a trusted, security-conscious organization ready to face the challenges of a dynamic digital landscape.
It´s been two weeks since Adobe Summit 2023 kicked off in Las Vegas, and I have reflected on how the announcements made at the Summit and general trends in the market will affect us this and the following years.
Adobe Experience Platform (AEP) was in focus, as expected, with several announcements on new features and innovations. There are many exciting opportunities within AEP to take advantage of, but even more interesting is the direction in which technology development moves and how businesses evolve to facilitate how their teams work with personalization.
It’s clear that 2023 is the year of disruption. In this blog, I will dig deeper into these trends, the sneaks (Adobe lingo for projects that aren´t in development yet but could if it is in demand), and examine the key takeaways from the US Summit 2023. Follow along on the ride.
Generative artificial intelligence: Firefly and Adobe Sensei GenAI
One of the most significant announcements at the Summit this year was the launch of Adobe Firefly. It’s a solution built on generative AI models that enables content creators and marketers to play around with creatives and content using descriptive text.
What caught my interest the most was the mention of Firefly in relation to Adobe's partnership with Microsoft and OpenAI, which, considering Microsoft's plans for Bing (incorporating ChatGPT), could become a game changer in the way people use search engines in the future.
Currently a Beta, it´s available to test with Adobe Experience Manager (AEM), but Adobe states they plan to expand the integration to other Adobe solutions soon.
However, let´s not get ahead of ourselves. More relevant opportunities in the close future would be for brands using Adobe Experience Manager (AEM) to test Firefly for AI-generated content based on your brand's imagery and publicly available stock. Adobe also states they will have strict safety processes to ensure the content is brand compliant.
On a related note, Adobe Sensei has been around for ages and has helped us as marketers make more informed decisions across our marketing activities (ranging from analysis to performance forecasting and much more). However, with generative AI, Adobe has further developed Sensei and branded it AdobeSensei GenAI, which will be applied to Adobe Experience Cloud and AEP to work with text, content, insights, analytics, and audiences across your customer journey efforts.
With the launch of Adobe Firefly and the further development of Adobe Sensei GenAI, the impact on the marketing industry will undoubtedly be significant. These new tools offer exciting possibilities for content creators and marketers. As they continue to evolve and improve, we can expect to see even more innovative solutions to the challenges of the modern marketing landscape.
AI in Adobe Experience Platform
While generative AI is a new and exciting technology, Adobe has also integrated Adobe Sensei (is it dull to call it "ordinary AI"?) into AEP. This incorporation allows for increasing utilization of AI with solutions built on AEP, such as Customer Journey Analytics (CJA) and Real-Time Customer Data Platform (RTCDP) for analysis, performance insights, and smart segmentation. Here are a few exciting examples:
1. AI-driven propensity scores for predicting user conversion
Adobe Sensei incorporates machine learning algorithms to generate propensity scores which will be useful for predicting the propensity of a user converting or churning, including insights into the customer profile attributes that are driving the prediction. This scoring summarizes user propensity, splits them into low, medium, and high propensity groups, and lists the top influential attributes within each group.
2. Lookalike modeling for audience targeting
Lookalike modeling (Beta) enables marketers to target users most similar to their target audience. This function is similar to the one found in Audience Manager and many other media solutions.
3. Predictive lead and account scoring for B2B marketers
B2B marketers can use predictive lead and account scoring to engage with prospective buyers to enhance buyer engagement.
4. Attribution AI for analyzing customer journey touchpoints
Attribution AI breaks down each marketing touchpoint, such as email, search, and display ads. The report provides an overview of the conversion path, the Influenced score (the fraction of the conversion that each marketing touchpoint is responsible for), and the incremental score (the amount of marginal impact directly caused by the marketing touchpoint).
5. Adobe Mix Modeler for holistic marketing planning
Adobe Mix Modeler is a significant step towards incorporating paid media analysis into AEP, along with Attribution AI mentioned above. It allows marketers to integrate data from various sources, such as local and national publishers, social media platforms, search engines, and owned channels. It provides a holistic tool for measurement, reporting, and marketing planning.
It will be interesting to see how this develops for Adobe Advertising Cloud (AdCloud), which has never been invited to the party when discussing Experience Cloud. While AdCloud currently has integrations with Adobe Analytics and Audience Manager, the possibilities of developing this solution towards AEP integrations, or even better, building native AEP Advertising bid management capabilities, are truly exciting. I am looking forward to seeing how this develops and the potential it brings for enhancing Adobe's advertising capabilities.
6. Product Analytics for combining product and marketing insights
Product Analytics, built on AEP and CJA, combines product and marketing insights to analyze users and determine product growth over time. It seamlessly integrates with RTCDP and AJO for quick and easy activation to drive more targeted personalization. It combines multiple data types, such as CRM, web analytics, transactional, and paid media data, so it's useful for various organizational roles, from data analysts to marketers and product developers.
It is an incredible addition to Adobe's already strong analytics portfolio and could encourage more robust collaboration between product development and marketing teams.
7. #ProjectPathWise for Adobe Journey Optimizer
Suppose Adobe develops the sneak #ProjectPathWise. In that case, Sensei GenAI will be applied to Adobe Journey Optimizer (AJO) for profile engagement predictions across the customer journey, journey orchestration recommendations, and quick and straightforward application of these recommendations. Now that would be a ground-breaking feature.
These examples are a few that show how AI and ML can shape how we create and optimize customer journeys. To explore the full potential of AEP and AI, we recommend attending the Adobe Summit in London in June or watching the digital sessions from the US Summit.
A new era of Collaboration
Although the advancements in technology showcased are exciting, how businesses work with this technology was also a hot topic at this year’s Summit. 2023 is the year of disruption for sure.
With challenges like the depreciation of third-party cookies, privacy regulations, customer expectations, and technology such as AEP and its AI-based solutions, a shift in how we work is required. Businesses investing in customer journey development face a significant digital transition, requiring IT and marketing departments to work more closely together than ever.
An interesting takeaway was that although many businesses agree a key challenge in that transition is the lack of single executive ownership in the organization, there does not seem to be one clear preferred operating model for enabling personalization. While some organizations prefer building a Center of Excellence (CoE) for personalization, others opt for a cross-functional agile approach or dedicated areas of responsibility within each department.
As businesses, their people, and their cultures are inherently unique, each company must find its own way by (partially) trial and error. Nonetheless, organizations amid the transition do have a few clear recommendations:
1. Define and assign a single executive owner
It is vital to assign a single executive owner to provide a common direction and ensure all teams are aligned and working toward the same goals.
2. Involve stakeholders early
Early involvement of stakeholders is crucial to building trust and empowering people to feel involved in the transition process.
3. Make sure you have the right team.
Having the right team in place not only applies to the first phase of the transition, during the implementation of the technology but also to ensure you have the right people utilizing the technology. These individuals should feel inspired by what they do and be curious to learn and develop outside of their area of expertise.
4. Don´t overthink silos.
Although silos are prevalent in large organizations, paying attention to how they impact the quality of customer journeys is essential. If the impact is significant enough, it is necessary to prioritize addressing them.
5. Don´t expect to work in the same way as before.
Hiring more people to deliver across all areas of customer journey orchestration may be necessary. As the industry continues to evolve, businesses must adapt to thrive in this new era of collaboration.
6. Celebrate your wins! 🎉
Even the small ones. Because this can be a long ride, and it’s all too easy to get caught up in our day-to-day challenges.
Takeaways: Leveraging AI for Personalization with Adobe Experience Platform
The capabilities for building and analyzing cross-channel customer journeys based on a unified customer profile, ensuring excellent data governance and compliance, and creating a future-proof marketing rig without 3rd party cookies are exciting. We emphasize these key features to our customers when they explore AEP and its native solutions.
However, leveraging AI to its full potential is essential to take your organization’s personalization efforts to the next level.
If used correctly, the new AI-based innovations announced at Summit will empower marketers to make more informed decisions and gain advanced insights. But adopting innovative technology like AEP and AI capabilities built into AEO requires more than just a tech upgrade. Companies must facilitate cross-functional collaboration, encourage experimentation and learning, and create a culture of agility to succeed. Those who do will be the ones to watch in the coming years.
Final thoughts
The Adobe Summit US 2023 showcased exciting announcements in AI, content, and collaboration. The launch of Adobe Firefly and Adobe Sensei GenAI provides innovative solutions for content creators and marketers. At the same time, AI integrations in AEP offer exciting possibilities for businesses to improve customer experiences. With the further development of these tools and solutions, the marketing industry can expect to see more innovative solutions to the challenges of the modern marketing landscape.
To explore the full potential of AEP and AI, we recommend attending the Adobe Summit in London in June. Accrease will be there, and we would be delighted to meet you in-between sessions. Let us know if you will attend by joining this LinkedIn event.
Providing an exceptional customer experience is crucial for the success of any business, and lead lifecycle and scoring models can help achieve this. These strategies offer a comprehensive approach to understanding and engaging with potential customers, providing valuable insights into their behavior and preferences to create a more personalized and effective customer journey.
In this post, we'll explore the key benefits of lead lifecycle and scoring models and provide steps on how to implement these strategies as a foundation for creating a better customer experience.
Benefits of lead lifecycle and lead scoring models
Implementing a lead lifecycle and scoring model can offer several benefits, including:
🤝 Improved marketing and sales alignment 🔮 Better customer insights 📬 Personalized and consistent communication 📈 Higher conversion rates, ROI, and increased sales 😀 Improved customer retention
Implementing a lead lifecycle and scoring model can offer a range of benefits to businesses looking to optimize their marketing and sales efforts. One significant advantage is improved alignment between marketing and sales teams. By providing a clear framework for lead handoff and ensuring that both teams work towards the same goals, a lead lifecycle and scoring model can help bridge the gap between the two departments. Assigning scores to leads based on their engagement and fit will make the lead qualification process more efficient, and sales and marketing can prioritize efforts on leads more likely to convert.
In addition to better alignment, businesses can gain valuable customer insights by implementing a lead lifecycle model. By tracking and analyzing leads throughout the buying journey, businesses can gain valuable insights into their customer's behavior and preferences, allowing them to tailor their marketing and sales strategies more effectively.
Personalization is another key benefit of lead lifecycle and scoring models and a key driver for customer satisfaction. By understanding where a customer is in the journey, businesses can tailor their messaging to provide the right information at the right time based on the customers' interests and needs. This not only improves the customer experience but also helps build trust and rapport with the customer, improving retention efforts.
By focusing on leads that are most likely to convert, businesses can increase their conversion rates, generate more revenue from sales and marketing efforts, and improve their ROI. The lead qualification process becomes more efficient by assigning scores to leads based on their engagement and fit, enabling sales and marketing teams to prioritize their efforts on leads more likely to convert.
Ultimately, the goal for a business is to increase sales. By identifying the most promising leads and targeting efforts accordingly, businesses can increase their win rates and close deals faster, resulting in increased revenue and profitability. A clear and cohesive journey from lead to customer can significantly improve the overall experience, leading to a more positive perception of the business and increasing the likelihood of repeat business.
How to implement lead lifecycle and lead scoring strategies
Implementing a lead lifecycle and scoring model can be a game-changer for businesses looking to optimize their marketing and sales efforts. However, it can be challenging to know where to start. Below are some steps for implementing lead lifecycle and scoring strategies:
1. Identify and define the lead lifecycle stages
Start by identifying the stages of your lead lifecycle, such as lead capture, marketing qualified, sales qualified, and lead nurturing. Assign specific criteria for each stage, such as lead source, engagement level, and behavioral actions. This will help you create a structured framework for managing and prioritizing leads.
2. Assign lead scores
Use lead scoring to assign scores to each lead based on their behavior and level of engagement with your brand and their fit with your ideal customer profile. For example, a lead who visits your website and downloads a whitepaper might score higher than a lead who simply opens an email. Lead scoring helps businesses identify the most promising leads and prioritize their efforts accordingly.
3. Use automation
Implement marketing automation tools to help streamline the lead lifecycle process. For example, set up automated workflows to send targeted messages to leads based on their stage in the lifecycle and lead score. Automation can help move leads through the different stages of your lead lifecycle, save time, and improve the efficiency of your lead qualification process.
4. Monitor and analyze
Track and analyze customer interactions at each stage of the lifecycle to gain valuable insights into their behavior and preferences. Use this information to refine your lead scoring and communication strategies. Continuously monitoring and analyzing your lead data can help identify trends and inform ongoing improvements.
5. Personalize communication
Use lead lifecycle and scoring data to personalize your communication with leads. Tailor your messaging to their interests and needs, and provide relevant content and offers to keep them engaged. Personalization is key to building strong relationships with leads and improving conversion rates.
6. Continuous optimization:
Optimize your lead lifecycle and scoring strategies based on performance data. Identify areas for improvement and make adjustments to ensure you are providing the best possible customer experience. Continuously testing and refining your strategies will help ensure that you are meeting your business goals.
Remember, lead lifecycle and scoring strategies will vary depending on your business and industry, so it's important to adapt these steps to your specific needs and goals. By implementing a lead lifecycle and scoring model, businesses can improve their marketing and sales alignment, gain valuable customer insights, and improve conversion rates, ultimately leading to increased revenue and profitability.
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We are thrilled to announce that Accrease has been honored as Adobe's 2023 Digital Experience Emerging Partner of the Year for Western Europe! This prestigious award highlights our unwavering commitment to helping clients fully leverage their Adobe technologies and create exceptional data-driven customer experiences.
In recent years, we have concentrated our efforts on the Adobe Experience Platform, establishing ourselves as the most experienced consultancy in the region for this technology. Furthermore, we have been committed to broadening our knowledge and expertise in Adobe Marketo Engage, maximizing our clients' capabilities and integrations to the broader customer experience ecosystem. These accomplishments would not have been possible without the trust and support of our exceptional clients and partners. We are grateful for the opportunity to collaborate with you in creating data-driven, impactful customer experiences that drive business success.
As industry leaders in the technical and organizational sides of bringing data to life, we take immense pride in our three-time Adobe Partner award-winning status in the last four years. Our collaboration with Adobe and our clients has allowed us to push boundaries and establish ourselves as a standout partner in Western Europe. We're dedicated to continuing this journey of excellence and industry leadership.
We would be delighted to meet you in-between sessions at the upcoming Adobe Summit in Londonto celebrate this incredible recognition. It's the ideal occasion to connect, share experiences, and celebrate our collective success. Let us know if you will attend by joining this LinkedIn event.
Again, thanks for your support and for being a part of our journey. We're grateful for the opportunity to work with industry-leading brands like yours, and we're excited about the future ahead.
Don't forget to read the full press release for more information about our exciting Adobe 2023 Digital Experience Emerging Partner of the Year achievement.
COPENHAGEN – March 21, 2023 – Accrease today announced it has been recognized as Adobe 2023 Digital Experience Emerging Partner of the Year – Western Europe. Adobe’s Digital Experience partner awards honor companies that contribute to Adobe’s business and customer success.
Accrease was recognized with this award in part for its proven ability to help industry-leading brands leverage Adobe technologies to create impactful, data-driven customer experiences that drive business success.
“We take great pride in helping our clients unlock the full potential of their Adobe technologies and create impactful, data-driven customer experiences. This recognition is a testament to our team's expertise, dedication, and pursuit of excellence. We remain committed to pushing boundaries, enabling our clients to succeed and stand out in their industry.””
Jonas Damgaard Nielsen, Senior Partner and Co-founder, Accrease
“Accrease has established itself as a standout partner in Western Europe, consistently achieving exceptional results for industry-leading brands through their expertise in leveraging Adobe technologies. With a proven track record of delivering outstanding client experiences, the company's three-time recognition as an Adobe Partner award winner in the last four years is a testament to their unwavering commitment to excellence and industry leadership. We are proud to partner with Accrease and excited to see their continued success in driving business growth and customer satisfaction for their clients.”
Christian Keim, VP Interim Head of DX Partner Sales, Adobe
About Accrease
Accrease is a recognized and award-winning specialist consultancy dedicated to helping industry-leading brands unlock the full potential of their Adobe investment. The company delivers cutting-edge solutions and empowers organizations to create impactful and engaging data-driven customer experiences through Adobe Experience Platform and Adobe Experience Cloud.
Accrease's relentless commitment to helping clients achieve exceptional results has been widely recognized, having won prestigious awards, including the 2023 and 2021 Adobe Digital Experience Emerging Partner of the Year in Western Europe and the 2020 Adobe Digital Experience Solution Partner of the Year in Nordics. With deep expertise in Adobe solutions, the company holds two specializations and is recognized as an Adobe Solution Partner Gold. Learn more at accrease.com.
For more information, please reach out to: Katrine Kieldsen, Senior Partner & Co-founder [email protected]
Accrease has been selected for Børsen Gazelle 2022, recognized as a fast-growing company.
We are very proud to get this recognition and it would not have been possible without the dedication of our fantastic team and our amazing customers who trust in our services. A big thanks to everyone who is and has been part of the journey. 👏
What is Børsen Gazelle?
Since 1955, Børsen, a Danish financial newspaper, has recognised companies that achieved exceptional growth over the course of four financial years and have doubled their turnover in those four years. These companies are the Gazelles.
The gazelles show the way for Danish business – that's why we pay tribute to them! At Børsen, we believe that a strong business community is crucial for the future. For more than 27 years, we have mapped the country's fastest-growing companies, Børsen Gazelles. We have this because we believe that the gazelles are an engine in society – they are role models for job creation, optimism and creativity in Denmark. The gazelles show the way!
