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2RM and Generative AI: Where We’ve Been and Where We’re Going

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2RM and Generative AI: Where We’ve Been and Where We’re Going

Drew Jones

Drew Jones
Jan 30, 2024

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2023 marked a pivotal moment in the realm of generative AI. Not only was the wider world introduced to this potentially world-shaping technology, but the past year also laid the groundwork for its exponential growth.

Across nearly every industry, from tech to healthcare to manufacturing to Hollywood, the focus was on crafting and refining tools that could seamlessly integrate AI into various creative and business processes.

Marketing agencies like 2RM dove deep into research and exploration, aiming to understand and harness the potential of these tools for our work and our clients. And while we’re still uncovering exactly how and to what extent these tools will change our work, it’s doubtless that they will. Our journey in 2023 was about building familiarity; but more importantly, it was about envisioning a future where AI is not just an aid but a fundamental component of the agency’s workflow.

2024: A Year of AI Integration and Innovation

As we move forward in 2024, it's clear that this will be the year when generative AI tools really start to be incorporated into agency workflows. While there were a number of ways we began using these tools last year — to illustrate storyboards for video concepts, for instance — 2024 will most certainly see deeper and more widespread adoption across the industry and at 2RM.

Part of the reason for limited adoption in 2023 was because it was often difficult to use these tools inside our traditional workflow. But that is quickly ending as software and tech companies begin incorporating generative AI tools directly into the tools we use every day. Metaphorically, 2023 gave us the smartphone (the base platform for AI) … 2024 will give us the app store (the software that runs on top of it). Let’s take a deeper dive into what to expect with AI in 2024.

Creative and Content Transformation

On the creative and content side of our work, the fusion of AI is set to revolutionize the way designers and writers and other creators do what they do — create. These tools, at their best, can redefine the boundaries of what is possible. Complex projects that were once too time-consuming or costly will now be within reach, thanks to AI's ability to augment human creativity. Designers will experiment with AI-generated visuals, while writers will leverage AI to produce richer, more diverse content for a global audience.

Digital Teams: A New Era of Intelligence

Our digital teams are poised to embrace generative AI in a multitude of ways. From coding to data analysis, AI tools will offer unprecedented efficiency and accuracy. AI's capability to compile, analyze, and visualize information will not only streamline data and measurement processes but will help us uncover insights that were previously hidden. Media buying and audience targeting will become more intelligent and precise, driven by AI's ability to process and interpret vast amounts of data. This shift will enhance the effectiveness of digital campaigns to offer clients a competitive edge in an increasingly data-driven industry.

Embracing AI With a Strategic Approach

Recognizing the transformative potential of generative AI, 2RM has taken proactive steps to integrate this technology into our agency's fabric. A pivotal part of this initiative is our cross-functional AI Taskforce. This dedicated team is the driving force behind our AI integration strategy, ensuring that we are not just keeping pace with developments but are at the forefront of this technological revolution. This cross-functional group is working together to stay on top of developments, evaluate tools, set agency AI policies, train our internal teams, and advocate for broader use of the technology.

Embarking on the AI Journey

As 2024 unfolds, the impact of generative AI on the creative and digital landscapes is undeniable. At 2RM, we're not just observing this shift — we're working to actively shape it for the clients we serve. By embracing AI, we're opening doors to uncharted territories of creativity and efficiency. This journey is about more than just keeping up with technology; it's about reimagining what's possible in the world of marketing and beyond. The future is not just AI-assisted; it's AI-inspired, and we couldn’t be more excited about where this evolution is taking us.

Connect with us today to discuss how together we can use new tools to explore creative and digital ideas to help you reach your B2B marketing goals.


Drew Jones
Get to know Drew

In his role as executive director, creative at 2RM, Drew Jones supports and oversees all creative groups at the agency. He is particularly adept at helping clients discover their unique brand positioning, then leveraging it in all subsequent strategic and creative efforts. A copywriter by trade, Drew also immersed himself in art history while in college, which affords him a keen eye for great design. When the Drake University graduate isn’t angling for the next big idea on behalf of his clients, he enjoys an afternoon — or early morning — of fly-fishing. Catch Drew anytime at drewj@2rm.com.