Digital Marketing

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Digital marketing can be one of the more challenging sectors of the marketing world. It seems that as soon as one initiative is implemented, something new comes along, and you’re always trying to keep up with the herd. That’s why it’s important to stay ahead of the trends, and here are just a few of the innovations in digital marketing that you should keep an eye out for.












Personalization
Whether you’re a big blue chip company, or a small local firm, every client wants to be made to feel special. That’s why it’s important to ensure their experience is personalised, and digital marketers have been striving to do just that. This means that when customers login, they are shown the content that will interest them, that their favourite things are given priority on the page, increasing the time they spend on your site and therefore giving you a higher chance of a sale.

Social media campaigns
Although companies using social media is nothing new, they are certainly becoming more creative with their campaigns, and many have achieved substantial buzz by using nothing more than a clever hashtag. Whether it’s the launch of a new show, product, or idea, giving people things to vote on and tweet about is an easy way to get people curious, and perhaps even get your name trending. The best social media campaigns mix traditional with new media, allowing people to discuss what they’ve seen on their televisions, sharing the experience with others which can generate excitement. Check out sites such as Google Sandbox for information about successful campaigns and inspiration for launching your own.

Cross-channel experiences
Having all your platforms work in harmony is not only key for a user-friendly experience, but makes it easier to control and analyse how people are using them. The internet is no longer for laptops and PCs, and you need to ensure your user experience is compatible with:


  • Mobile phones
  • Tablets
  • Game console browsers
  • Handheld devices


Ensuring that there is synchronisation between all these platforms, and that they work with a single login, means it’s more likely that clients will enjoy your site from multiple devices. With many clients checking products online before they go to a physical store, this is essential for capturing clients who are on the move.

Stronger content
Companies are now realising the value of good, tailored content for their site, not only to drive traffic, but to keep clients on the page and hopefully inspire them to share it. The more interesting and creative the content, the higher the chance of social engagement, a great way to generate interest in your site.

Web design that works
In simpler times, web designers only needed to create sites that would be navigated by mouse. However, the past couple of years has seen a massive rise in the number of tablet computers being sold, and this means a lot more users with touchscreens. Therefore, when it comes to designing a site, it’s important to consider how it’ll be navigated by these new users, and how well the various features are going to work. For example, Flash isn’t available with certain tablets, and it can be difficult to scroll through pages on others. You may wish to choose a simpler design to accommodate these users, or re-direct them to a touch friendly version of your site. This ensures you don’t lose clients just because of frustrating website features.

Digital marketing is a fast-paced industry, and that’s why it’s important to always stay ahead. No matter what industry you work in, there are always unique and exciting ways to stay ahead of the crowd and make your business stand out in a difficult economy.

Ref: http://www.creativeguerrillamarketing.com/advertising/latest-trends-in-digital-marketing/

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