Ruby Digital’s Take on Work-Life Balance in the Fast-Paced Digital World
The boundaries between “on the clock” and “off the clock” have never been blurrier. The digital age has brought incredible opportunities, but also new challenges to how we live, work, and switch off. That’s why the topic of work-life balance has never been more important, especially for those of us in fast-moving industries like digital marketing.
The Great Ad Shake-Up: Navigating Google & Meta’s Changing Policies
Online advertising is never static, but 2025 is already proving to be a year of major change! Both Google and Meta (Facebook and Instagram) have rolled out significant policy updates that are shaking up how advertisers run campaigns, track results, and reach their audiences.
Global Market Insights for Business Success in 2025
As South African businesses look beyond local markets for growth, global expansion offers exciting opportunities – but also unique challenges. Economic shifts, digital transformation, and evolving consumer behaviour are reshaping international trade, making it more important than ever for businesses to stay ahead of global market trends.
Understanding Call Tracking and Its Role in Marketing
Ever wonder how many potential customers actually pick up the phone and call your business after seeing an ad or visiting your website? With so much focus on digital marketing metrics like clicks and impressions, it’s easy to forget that for many businesses, phone calls are where the real conversions happen.
The Top Lead Generation Tools in 2025
The way businesses generate leads is changing, and in 2025, having the right tools is more important than ever. In South Africa, where digital marketing is growing so rapidly, brands are investing in smarter solutions to capture and convert high-quality leads.
A More Advanced Look at GA4 and Its Capabilities
Google Analytics 4 (GA4) offers deeper insights and greater flexibility than its predecessor. While many businesses have made the transition from Universal Analytics, few are fully leveraging GA4’s advanced Google Analytics capabilities.
The basics of GA4 and what you need to understand
Google Analytics 4 (GA4), launched in October 2020, is the newest version of Google’s analytics platform, designed to help businesses track and understand user behaviour more effectively. Unlike its predecessor, Universal Analytics (UA), GA4 introduces a new way of measuring data, making it more flexible, accurate, and future-proof.
Traditional SEO vs AI SEO: Which is Right for Your Business?
Search engine optimisation (SEO) is always evolving, and artificial intelligence (AI) is doing the same! AI-based SEO tools have become increasingly popular, as they offer automated solutions for keyword research, content generation, and link building. That said, traditional agency-led SEO still holds value, as it leverages human expertise and strategic thinking.
Programmatic Advertising for the iGaming, Casino, and Sports Betting Industries
Programmatic advertising allows businesses to automate their ad buying, target specific audiences with laser precision, and optimise campaigns in real-time. For industries like iGaming, online casinos, and sports betting – where competition is fierce, and regulations are complex – programmatic advertising can be particularly valuable.
Aligning Company and Agency for an Effective Strategy
Imagine a rowing team where everyone is pulling in different directions. The boat goes nowhere, right? That is what it is like when a brand and its marketing agency are not aligned.
