Have you planned your 2022 marketing strategy?
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There's no doubt that everyone is still feeling the knock-on effects of the pandemic that turned everything upside down over the last couple of years.
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But despite all the changes that came as a result of the pandemic that's seemingly here to stay for the near future and what seems the rest of 2022, here’s what’s we think everyone is thinking.
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Digital, privacy, and sustainability.
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There aren't many easy ways to navigate these sections, but we have gathered relevant research and insights to help you get started as you plan your marketing strategy for
2022.
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Becoming Digital.
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People's use of digital media increased as a result of the pandemic, and businesses had to adapt operations in order to meet new online consumer needs and expectations. We have moved from the traditional to the digital age.Â
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Business leaders will pay special attention to digital marketing transformation in 2022. Despite the overwhelming nature of the transformation process, don't let it stop you from making necessary improvements to future-proof your digital marketing strategy. Focus on making your goals realistic and achievable and don’t try to run before you can
walk.
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3 Points That Are Highly Suggested To FollowÂ
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- First-party data: Link online and offline data sources together, and create a two-way value exchange with customers.Â
- End-to-end measurement: Focus on measurement and implement predictive models, which can be used to bridge data gaps for measurements such as attribution and conversion.Â
- Agility: Break down silos to encourage more nimble reactions to fast-evolving consumer behaviours.
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Respecting The Peoples Privacy And Data Whilst Driving Value
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Changes to privacy
regulations and the removal of third-party cookies have put privacy at the forefront of people's minds more than ever before. With the changes in the market, brands have to stay compliant and up-to-date.Â
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Marketing professionals must
also ensure that they build trust with their clients and that they provide them with a privacy-first experience. Respecting people's data choices and delivering real value is critical for achieving this goal.Â
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Despite the general view
point towards the peoples feelings on giving data, there are still a decent number of users out there that don’t mind giving their details out to entities they trust and as long as they know what to expect in return.Â
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- Make it manageable: Ownership of information is important to people, as well as feeling in control. Their data should be managed by them so that they can monitor its use.
- Make it meaningful: Experiences that are personally meaningful are in high demand.
- Make it memorable: When people recall actively sharing their information with brands, it will be considered responsible marketing.
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Showing Sustainability Through Actions
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It can be challenging to determine how to incorporate sustainability into marketing plans because the subject is broad. It is important to understand that sustainability efforts go
beyond updating messaging and setting long-term goals. Now is the time for concrete actions.
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3 Key Point To Help Showcase Sustainability.Â
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- Don't view sustainability as an add-on: Instead of viewing sustainability as an add-on, integrate it into the existing brand value proposition. Sustainability benefits must be incorporated into the brand experience alongside other benefits. Â
- Story tell about positive changes in sustainable practices: Your brand should highlight the positive changes that have been made, as well as taking meaningful action in an honest, transparent, and measurable manner. Don't indicate that products or work are sustainable in a way that is misleading.Â
- Perfection is not the goal: Consumer behaviour can be reinforced by demonstrating how these actions contribute to sustainability efforts.
Moving forward into new times is always a challenge. But as long as you have a strong strategy and plan of execution then you're already halfway there.