Leverage SMS automation for consistent communication

Mobile

Stay top-of-mind with your audience by using SMS automation for regular updates, offers, or reminders. It’s easy to set up and ensures your messages are consistently delivered, but it may feel intrusive if overused.

Tools

Name Description Pricing Ease of Use
CallFire CallFire is a robust cloud-based communications platform designed to …
Paid Only
from $99.00/mo
Moderate
CallHub CallHub is a versatile marketing tool designed to enhance multi-chann…
Paid Only
Moderate
EZ Texting EZ Texting is a robust mobile marketing platform empowering businesse…
Paid Only
Moderate
SimpleTexting SimpleTexting is a powerful SMS marketing platform that enables busin…
Paid Only
from $29.00/mo
Moderate
Twilio Twilio is a leading cloud communications platform enabling businesses…
Paid Only
Moderate

Objectives

Name Description
Customer Satisfaction Customer Satisfaction as a marketing objective focuses on understandi…
Engagement Engagement in marketing refers to the interactions between a brand an…
Retention Retention in marketing focuses on keeping existing customers engaged …
Sales The marketing objective 'Sales' focuses on increasing revenue through…
Trust and Loyalty Trust and loyalty are crucial marketing objectives that underpin long…

Demographics

Name Description
Entrepreneurs Entrepreneurs are typically characterized by their innovation, risk-t…
Gen Z Generation Z, born between 1997 and 2012, is a cohort characterized b…
High-Income Earners High-Income Earners are characterized by their significant financial …
Millennials Millennials, or Generation Y, are individuals born between 1981 and 1…
Professionals Professionals are a diverse group typically aged 25 to 55, marked by …
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Promotes

Name Description
App The 'App' is a cutting-edge digital platform crafted to enhance user …
Brand Brand represents the unique identity of a business, encompassing its …
Event The 'Event' is a strategic platform that enables marketers to connect…
Mobile App The mobile app is a dynamic digital tool that marketers utilize to ef…
SaaS Software as a Service (SaaS) is a cloud-based service where instead o…
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Sectors

Name Description
Communication The Communication sector encompasses a broad array of services and te…
Education The Education sector encompasses institutions such as schools, colleg…
Financial Services The Financial Services sector is a vital part of the global economy, …
Healthcare The Healthcare sector is a critical pillar of the global economy, enc…
Hospitality and Leisure The Hospitality and Leisure sector encompasses hotels, restaurants, t…
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Strategy

Name Description
Customer Acquisition Strategies Attracting new customers involves various tactics like ads, social me…
Customer Retention Strategies Keeping customers loyal involves personalized communication, rewards,…
Digital Marketing Strategies Using online channels to reach customers can boost your visibility an…
Multichannel Marketing Strategies Reaching customers through multiple channels, like social media, emai…

Sub-strategy

Name Description
Omnichannel Strategy Creating a seamless customer experience across all channels—online an…
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Technologies

Name Description
Other

Channel

Name Description
Mobile Mobile marketing reaches people where they are, on their phones. It's…

Sub-channel

Name Description
Mobile Apps Mobile apps are a powerful tool for reaching users on the go. They of…
Push Notifications Get your messages in front of users directly on their devices. They'r…
SMS Marketing SMS Marketing uses text messages to directly reach your customers' ph…

Quick Facts

Channel

Mobile

Advertising Type

Direct Mail

Difficulty Level

Intermediate

Estimated Cost

Medium

Time to Impact

Short (Weeks)

Tags

B2B
B2C

Pros

  • Convenient: Automations make it easy to send consistent messages without manual intervention.
  • Personal: Personalized SMS messages can enhance customer relationships.
  • Immediate: SMS messages are usually read quickly, leading to prompt engagement.
  • Cost-Effective: Generally, SMS campaigns are less expensive than other marketing channels.
  • High Open Rates: SMS usually has higher open rates compared to emails.
  • Versatile: Suitable for various types of businesses and industries.
  • Direct Reach: SMS reaches your audience directly on their mobile devices.

Cons

  • Intrusive: Frequent SMS messages can be seen as spammy and intrusive.
  • Opt-Outs: High frequency may lead to customers opting out from receiving messages.
  • Limited Content: SMS has character limits, restricting message length and detail.
  • Costs: Though generally lower, costs can add up with larger audiences.
  • Technical Issues: Delivery of messages may sometimes face technical glitches or delays.
  • Privacy Concerns: Handling phone numbers requires strict adherence to privacy regulations.
  • Differing Response Rates: Not all demographics respond equally well to SMS marketing.