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Bookstrapping: The Ambuja Story – How a Group of Ordinary Men Created an Extraordinary Company

Narotam Sekhsaria is chairman of ACC Ltd, Ambuja Cements Ltd, and Ambuja Cement Foundation. He also manages the Narotam Sekhsaria Foundation, a philanthropic funding agency. (Photo credit: moneycontrol.com)

A highly decorated biography, this book also features testimonials from India’s stalwarts. The man and the book have both cemented their presence. Bookstrapping rating: 3.5.

Stacks & Strategies | Customer experience is everything! Getting it right is imperative

To consistently earn high ratings from users, brands must examine what drives customer experience (CX) in its entirety. (Representative image via Unsplash)

There is a huge difference between value and worth, and customer experience (CX) is one such element that can make a significant difference. Today with a wide range of available options for any type of product or service, it is CX that makes a brand shine or fade amidst stiff competition. With customer behaviour and… Continue reading Stacks & Strategies | Customer experience is everything! Getting it right is imperative

Stacks & Strategies | Martech trends that will dominate India market in 2022 and beyond

Using machine learning and deep learning algorithms, marketers can seamlessly gather, analyze, and integrate key data into their strategies and craft personalised messages to customers at every stage of the marketing funnel. (Representational image via Unsplash)

From AI-based marketing and voice-based tech to hyper-personalisation, experts decode trends that will dominate the martech space in 2022.

Why are agencies so bad at handling leadership changes and succession planning

Given the personality-driven nature of the business, succession planning strategies, particularly on the creative side of the business, are all the more important in agencies. But there are challenges. (Representative Image via Unsplash)

“The agency business is built with a lot of insecurity. It’s easy to set up an agency if leaders leave.”

How can we make sustainable travel mainstream?

Eighty-eight percent of Indian travellers surveyed said they would be more likely to choose a sustainable accommodation - whether they were looking specifically for one or not. (Representational image: Caroline Selfers via Unsplash)

It’s not just good intentions for future trips that are top of mind for travellers – many report already actively taking important steps to have a more positive impact during their recent travel.

Layer’r Shot debacle: Industry bodies should push for S&P compliance, in letter and spirit

Lapses of reason can happen even with the soundest systems and highest standards of rectitude. However, if, and when, they do happen, an opportunity to re-examine the standards and practices or S&P process presents itself. (Representational Image via Unsplash)

A S&P may provide a well-tested and reliable mechanism for keeping broadcast content in check, which is critical as brands are creating content at a furious pace.