AI Trends in Publishing
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Earlier this year, I attended a publisher’s conference in Florida with my business partner, Jason Martin. The hot topic was, not surprisingly, artificial intelligence (AI) and its growing role in the publishing industry. Tools like AdCreative.ai and Jasper can generate ad copy quickly, and Grammarly is there to help us “word better.” And it goes much deeper from there. From streamlining business operations to content creation, AI is transforming workflows, and empowering businesses to work smarter, allowing teams to focus on more strategic and creative tasks
While 43 percent of publishers nationwide use AI for spell-checking and grammar correction, others increasingly use it to optimize resources, enhance customer experiences, and improve data analytics. Although the trend is intriguing, don’t expect AI-generated features in Alaska Business magazine. We’re sticking to original journalism and fresh content that AI can’t mimic—even if it tries.
On the design side, we’re using generative AI tools to assist with photo shoot concepts or to test composition and color ideas quickly. We stick with Adobe Creative Suite, while others swear by Canva Pro to speed up visuals. But let’s be real—AI cannot match the mysterious magic human designers conjure up.
AI is also making waves for business in general. For Alaskan entrepreneurs, the Alaska Small Business AI Resource Program offers fantastic support for integrating AI into daily operations. Whether you’re streamlining billing or improving communication, AI boosts efficiency—so you can get back to doing what you do best, like avoiding spreadsheets or perfecting your afternoon meditation.
AI is phasing out of being a trend and becoming a business necessity. These changes excite (and maybe even scare) us, as they’ll transform how we do business, much like computers did when they first became mainstream. At Alaska Business Publishing Co., we’re embracing these changes, positioning ourselves to stay competitive and grow, all while staying personally connected to Alaska’s business community.
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