“What’s the real value?” is a question that never goes away and underpins every new business presentation. So what should PR pros do?
Measurement


Tech PR Industry Must Work Fast, But Also Be Agile and Proactive
March 20th, 2023 by Erika BradburyIn this wide-ranging Q&A, we talked with Hotwire CEO Heather Craft about the resiliency of tech communicators, the ever-increasing importance of measurement for PR professionals and the power of insights communicators can bring to the table.

Explainer: S.M.A.R.T. Goals
January 13th, 2023 by Nicole SchumanOur Explainer series looks at S.M.A.R.T. Goals, a framework that provides criteria for more efficient goal-setting and evaluation of results

For 2023, PR Pros See Rise in Measurement and Data, Authenticity and Trust
December 20th, 2022 by Seth ArensteinPart of what PR pros do is look ahead, providing insight about the future for those they counsel. Accordingly, we offer more 2023 predictions as the year draws to a close.

Explainer: Barcelona Principles
December 14th, 2022 by Nicole SchumanOur Explainer series looks at The Barcelona Principles, a framework from AMEC that helps measure communication’s value.

Considering Audiences’ Spiritual Interests May Help Your Messaging
November 9th, 2022 by Brad Benbow and Phil DanielsThe authors argue consumers’ spiritual beliefs can help predict behavior. As such, we should add it to traditional demographics and psychographics.

43% of PR Pros Measuring More in Shaky Economy, Yet 69% Battle Measurement Barriers
November 1st, 2022 by Seth ArensteinAs was the case in 2021, our annual Measurement Month survey found reasons for optimism about measurement and data use in PR. Yet issues persist as measurement barriers block a full-on celebration.

Resources for Research-Minded Communicators
October 26th, 2022 by Mark WeinerIn addition to this column, which is only one of many essays PRNEWS devotes to PR analytics and advisory themes, additional options exist for those readers eager to learn more.

Integrated Marketing Needs PR. And Now!
October 3rd, 2022 by Anna Ruth WilliamsIt’s imperative that PR be part of integrated marketing. Making that happen requires that PR focus more on measurement, technology and critical thinking, writes Anna Ruth Williams.

Capital One Communicator Details Company’s Measurement Approach
August 8th, 2022 by Erika BradburyCapital One communicator Kara Taylor shares her measurement plan. It includes quarterly reviews and rates and percentages over raw numbers.