Digital asset management (DAM) is no longer a dusty repository tucked away on a server. What used to be a static library of “approved” assets is evolving into a dynamic command center for modern marketing and digital operations. Today’s leading organizations are turning to DAM not just to store files, but to power productivity, streamline collaboration, and unlock competitive advantage — especially as markets accelerate and customer expectations rise.
To understand where DAM stands today, Orange Logic and Forrester Consulting conducted a survey of 313 global leaders responsible for rich‑media tooling and content processes. The results paint a clear picture: DAM has moved well beyond basic storage. Marketers and content leaders now expect DAM to support efficient workflows, foster collaboration across departments, and integrate intelligently with broader digital ecosystems. With advanced features like AI‑driven search, automated tagging and content recommendations, and built‑in workflow optimization, DAM is becoming central to how work actually gets done.
What’s driving this shift? Operational efficiency ranks high on every leader’s list. Decision‑makers are planning for DAM strategies that do more than reduce friction — they aim to accelerate revenue growth, enhance customer experience, and boost employee productivity. To achieve these goals, organizations are focusing on solid foundations: embedding DAM into go‑to‑market plans, extending its reach into creative and production teams, and automating routine processes so people can focus on high‑value work.
Dig deeper: Your DAM is no longer the system of record, and everyone knows it
Another advantage of a modern DAM is risk reduction. By automating governance, standardizing processes, and ensuring compliance with guidelines and regulations, organizations shrink time and cost burdens that once hung over content operations. But tapping into DAM’s full potential requires more than technology alone. It requires a strategy that connects DAM to the wider content ecosystem — from creative suites to activation platforms — and fosters cross‑functional collaboration.
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