Who are Lacewing Media?
We are a London based marketing agency working with international clients at the top of their game.
Great marketing is essential as part of a successful business model.
In the last decade, an undeniably significant digital shift has resulted in a global transformation in our daily lives, especially within business. To remain relevant in this digital era, Business to Business (B2B) marketers have come to recognise the importance of incorporating new computerised marketing, sales, and customer engagement strategies in their marketing and content generation approaches. This includes leveraging social media, content marketing, email marketing, search engine optimisation (SEO), and paid digital advertising to connect with their target audience.
It is clear that social media platforms are no longer restricted to personal or Business to Consumer (B2C) use and are now considered a valuable tool for B2B marketing. B2B marketers have recognised the potential of using social media, especially LinkedIn, for networking, thought leadership, and lead generation. B2B influencers have also recently been on the rise. Not entirely unlike their B2C counterparts, B2B influencers are often key thought leaders, successful individuals or subject matter experts who help ‘businesses to raise their profile, enhance their reputation, generate new leads and generate revenue’ (Forbes), with quite some success. Consequently, B2B marketers are using social media to display their or their clients’ products and services, positioning themselves as industry experts.
The COVID-19 pandemic significantly increased virtual events, such as digital conferences, webinars, networking events, internships, and summits. Even though the world has reopened, virtual events remain important in B2B marketing as they provide a broader audience to promote a brand, product, or service and make providing educational or supportive content easier. The pandemic also led to the success of short-form video content on platforms like TikTok/Douyin and its copycat successors, Reels and Shorts. These have significantly impacted the internet landscape and, most notably for marketers, human psychology too. Video content has become increasingly popular in marketing due to its ability to convey complex information in an engaging and easy-to-understand way. B2B marketers are beginning to explore the potential of using short-form videos for product demonstrations, customer testimonials, interviews, and virtual event highlights.
In 2023, Artificial Intelligence (AI) has become a crucial aspect of most business operations and has proven especially beneficial in marketing. AI-powered tools, including predictive analytics, lead scoring, productivity chatbots, algorithms and personalised content recommendations, improve efficiency and enhance client and marketer experiences. As a result, B2B marketers can now gather deeper insights about their clients or customers, such as preferences, behaviours, and pain points, by analysing data from various touchpoints. This new ultra-specific data enables marketers to create more relevant and effective marketing and content campaigns.
With these advancements, B2B marketing has shifted towards hyper-personalised and targeted approaches. Account-Based Marketing (ABM) has gained significant traction, with tools embedded into platforms like LinkedIn, allowing marketers to focus on high-value accounts and deliver customised content and experiences tailored to their needs and preferences. As a result, this provides better engagement and more meaningful interactions across the business.
In conclusion, the digital revolution’s impact on B2B marketing is undeniable. The fusion of new technologies with innovative marketing strategies has redefined how businesses connect, engage, and succeed in the modern landscape. B2B marketers who embrace these changes stand to reap the benefits of more profound connections, heightened engagement, and, ultimately, sustained growth in a dynamic digital age.
References:
https://www.insiderintelligence.com/content/evolution-of-b2b-marketing-5-charts
https://hbr.org/2022/02/traditional-b2b-sales-and-marketing-are-becoming-obsolete