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Winds of change blow more briskly through B2B media

A couple of interesting announcements this week, including the merger between ABM and the Software & Information Industry Association, underscore the rapid pace of change that is sweeping through B2B media – and the increasing urgency behind publishers’ transition to diversified, digital-driven business models. Full Story

by Rob O'Regan

April 11, 2013

• Org structures
• M&A
• Business models

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Godengo acquires Texterity

Combining Godengo’s Web-based CMS with Texterity’s mobile publishing platform could streamline cross-platform workflows for digital publishers. Full Story

by Rob O'Regan

March 29, 2012

• Web CMS
• Apps
• Mobile

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ePublishing to acquire Ellington CMS

Cloud-based CMS and e-commerce provider ePublishing agrees to purchase the Ellington CMS and Marketplace from The World Co.'s Mediaphormedia division. Ellington was developed by the Lawrence (Kan.) Journal-World and licensed to other news organizations. Full Story

by Rob O'Regan

July 11, 2012

• Web CMS
• Content Management
• M&A

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Bonnier shopping iPad app maker Mag+?

The Swedish publisher is eyeing options for the tablet-publishing platform it spun off last year. Bonnier executives reaffirmed their commitment to the business. Full Story

by Prescott Shibles

March 12, 2012

• iPad
• Apps
• Business models

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Marketing services: Lifeline or death trap?

Media companies are finding new revenue opportunities in lead-gen and other marketing services. But if these services aren't built on a foundation of quality content and a premium audience, is the model sustainable? Full Story

by Rob O'Regan

February 9, 2012

• Marketing services
• M&A
• Business models

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paidContent sale: a wakeup call for B2B digital media

Three years ago, Guardian's acquisition of paidContent was proof to many that digital media companies could be built and valued at levels similar to print media business. So, why are digital media businesses today having such a challenge attracting investment? Full Story

by Prescott Shibles

February 9, 2012

• E-Commerce
• Paid Content
• M&A

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Digital-first prerequisite: A cultural makeover

Whether you're building or buying your way toward a digital-first strategy, the shift is likely to require a complete overhaul of the existing culture. Part of the challenge: Assimilating new talent without crushing their spirit. Full Story

by Rob O'Regan

February 8, 2012

• Job skills
• Org structures
• M&A

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What's driving media M&A?

Enabling technology was a key driver in last year’s media deals, a trend that DeSilva + Phillips' Dan McCarthy expects to continue. For print-centric publishers looking to buy or sell, that's a challenge on many levels. Full Story

by Rob O'Regan

February 2, 2012

• M&A
• Business models

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From portals to two-pizza news sites

The changing online advertising landscape makes it easier than ever for small, niche-oriented to publishers to compete with - and often outmaneuver - the mega-portal aggregators. The keys: passionate audiences and sharply focused content. Full Story

by David Churbuck

September 23, 2011

• Advertising
• Content Strategy
• M&A

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Publishers, traffic and the tech bubble

It's a good time to be a digital publisher, particularly if you work at a privately held company with massive traffic volume. Full Story

by Ron Mwangaguhunga

February 14, 2011

• Content Strategy
• M&A
• Business models