1st Edition

Augmenting Public Relations An Introduction to AI and Other Technologies for PR

By David Phillips Copyright 2025
    222 Pages 1 Color Illustrations
    by CRC Press

    222 Pages 1 Color Illustrations
    by CRC Press

    Augmenting Public Relations: An Introduction to Artificial Intelligence and Other Technologies for Public Relations explores the impact of Artificial Intelligence (AI) on the field of Public Relations (PR), particularly amid widespread concerns about job displacement due to automation. Offering insights from a seasoned expert and showcasing the transformative influence of AI on communication practices through numerous examples, the book illustrates how AI is reshaping conventional PR methods, effectively transforming once obscure technologies into indispensable tools for mass communication.

     The book elucidates how AI-driven innovations are revolutionizing PR, presenting case studies that highlight the integration of AI into various aspects of communication strategies. From utilizing Meta Reality to redefine relationships to leveraging Blockchain for maintaining ethical standards, the book underscores the diverse applications of AI in PR. Offering a comprehensive understanding of AI's utility and its potential to unlock significant career advancement opportunities, the book equips readers with the knowledge and insights needed to navigate and thrive in an increasingly AI-driven industry

     Packed with practical guidance on leveraging AI technologies to enhance communication effectiveness and navigate the evolving PR landscape, the book will be of great interest to both PR practitioners and students, as well as anyone interested in understanding the growing role of AI within communication and marketing.

    Biographical Note. Chapter 1 Preface. Chapter 2 Evolution. Chapter 3 AI Creates New PR. Chapter 4  The Internet Doing Things. Chapter 5 Artificial intelligence. Chapter 6  What Is Deep Learning. Chapter 7  Create you own AI. Chapter 8 General Intelligence. Chapter 9 a Explainable AI (XAI). Chapter 10  Augmented Reality. Chapter 11 Virtual Reality. Chapter 12 The metaverse. Chapter 13 API’s A Completely New Medium. Chapter 14 Computer Games. Chapter 15 Find and analyse coverage. Chapter 16 Stakeholder Modelling. Chapter 17  Data integration. Chapter 18 Networking and Computers make Friends. Chapter 19  Brain to Computer. Chapter 20  Apps and Super Apps. Chapter 21 ChatBots. Chapter 22  Internet of Things. Chapter 23 QR Codes. Chapter 24 SEO_. Chapter 25 Cyber security. Chapter 26 Security Management. Chapter 27 Issues and Crisis management. Chapter 28 Blockchain. Chapter 29 Ethics.

    Biography

    David Phillips, FCIPR, Fellow of the Chartered Institute of Public Relations. Former Professor of Online Public Relations at the School of Communication and Media Studies (ESCS), Portugal. Previously Lecturer at the University of the West of England, Gloucester University, and Bournemouth University. He has also worked for several decades in industry with roles including Director at Klea Global, Head of Digital at Publicasity, Corporate Affairs Director at Lancer Boss Group, and Founder/Managing Director of Media Measurement Ltd.