Held within the MMA Impact Vietnam event on October 25, 2024, the SMARTIES Vietnam 2024 Awards brought excitement and festivity to all speakers, competing brands, and attendees. The event was not only an awards ceremony but also a gathering point for passion, creativity, and innovation in Vietnam’s marketing field. Organized annually in Vietnam by MMA […]
For over a decade, the SMARTIES Awards, organized by MMA Global, have celebrated the most impactful marketing campaigns annually. These campaigns drive growth and innovation, playing a critical role in shaping the future of marketing in Vietnam. The Race for Excellence in Marketing As a testament to its reputation and global influence, the MMA SMARTIES
Globally, retail media spending totals USD 45 billion[1] and is expected to surpass spend on TV advertising by 2028. Interestingly, Search – which is considered the first digital wave – took 14 years to achieve USD 30 billion in ad revenue. The second wave of digital advertising, Social, took 11 years. Retail media has breached
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As marketers gear up for 2025, consumer preferences and their purchase journeys are shifting the dynamics in retail media advertising. 68% of people who browse for products online visit Amazon for research before purchasing from a physical store. It underscores the importance of integrating digital touchpoints within the retail experience, as consumers increasingly seek seamless
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2024 was marked by an increasing number of instances where AI supercharged marketing campaigns, impacting creative processes and potential returns. Advanced data analytics, machine learning algorithms, chatbots, and virtual assistants shaped campaigns, changing how brands connect with customers. The trend was prominent globally, and the APAC region was no exception. An MMA survey of CMOs
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Artificial Intelligence (AI) is no longer a futuristic concept; it’s actively reshaping industries, particularly marketing. As brands push to create more personalized experiences, AI is emerging as a crucial tool for enhancing customer engagement, operational efficiency, and decision-making. However, marketing leaders must tackle challenges related to data readiness, ethical considerations, and cross-functional collaboration to fully
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The SMARTIES CHINA 2024 Final Jury Event concluded at Sangha Retreat, Suzhou. 40 marketers from various industries spent two days evaluating and discussing 178 shortlisted cases, selecting gold, silver, and bronze awards in each category, as well as industry awards. As a media partner, Marteker interviewed Elvis Zhou, MMA China Co-chair and Fullsense Founding Partner,
First trend: Marketers who use AI in holistically their marketing will see significant business impact today “Recently we partnered with Accenture to better understand what it takes to be an AI-first company – and more importantly – if doing so reaps material business benefits. The study surveyed marketers across various markets in APAC to help uncover
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As each year draws to a close, the APAC region begins bustling with festivities. For over 60% of the world’s population, this time is for gathering with family and friends and gift-giving. This critical period for retailers comes with a spending spree on food, clothes, electronics, and more. Shoppers are often willing to spend much
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The APAC region celebrates some of the most culturally rich festivals. Diwali, Lunar New Year, Hanami, and Songkran are just a few of the many celebrations that each carry unique traditions, beliefs, and customs. With such diversity, campaigns that overlook distinct cultural elements will likely fail to engage the target audience and may even risk
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