{"id":50470,"date":"2023-11-21T14:07:28","date_gmt":"2023-11-21T14:07:28","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/?p=50470"},"modified":"2026-03-03T09:49:24","modified_gmt":"2026-03-03T09:49:24","slug":"local-marketing-automation","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/local-marketing-automation\/","title":{"rendered":"Local Marketing Automation 101: A Beginner&#8217;s Guide"},"content":{"rendered":"<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">They\u2019re shouting \u2018vocal for local\u2019 from the rooftops these days \u2013 the media, brands, everybody! I\u2019m not complaining. As a customer, you\u2019d want your shopping dollars to support more jobs in the neighborhood.&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">But if you\u2019re a national brand, you must delicately balance the needs of local franchisees and their marketing teams, giving them enough creative freedom while ensuring they all share the same vision for branding. If you centralize too much, your marketing will lack that distinct local touch. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Thankfully, local marketing automation helps you strike the right balance. You\u2019re probably wondering what makes it different than regular marketing. We\u2019ve got you covered.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">In this blog, you&#8217;ll learn how to use local marketing automation to create long-term customer value and grow your brand.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Let&#8217;s get started.<\/span><\/p>\n<div id=\"ez-toc-container\" class=\"ez-toc-v2_0_74 ez-toc-wrap-left counter-hierarchy ez-toc-counter ez-toc-grey ez-toc-container-direction\">\n<div class=\"ez-toc-title-container\">\n<p class=\"ez-toc-title\" style=\"cursor:inherit\">Table of Contents<\/p>\n<span class=\"ez-toc-title-toggle\"><\/span><\/div>\n<nav><ul class='ez-toc-list ez-toc-list-level-1 ' ><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-1\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/local-marketing-automation\/#What_Is_Local_Marketing_Automation\" >What Is Local Marketing Automation?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-2\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/local-marketing-automation\/#How_Does_Local_Marketing_Automation_Work\" >How Does Local Marketing Automation Work?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-3\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/local-marketing-automation\/#Benefits_of_Local_Marketing_Automation\" >Benefits of Local Marketing Automation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-4\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/local-marketing-automation\/#Marketing_Automation_vs_Local_Marketing_Automation\" >Marketing Automation vs Local Marketing Automation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-5\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/local-marketing-automation\/#Types_of_Local_Marketing_Automation\" >Types of Local Marketing Automation<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-6\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/local-marketing-automation\/#What_Features_Should_You_Look_for_In_a_Local_Marketing_Automation_Platform\" >What Features Should You Look for In a Local Marketing Automation Platform?<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-7\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/local-marketing-automation\/#6_Excellent_Local_Marketing_Automation_Software\" >6 Excellent Local Marketing Automation Software<\/a><\/li><li class='ez-toc-page-1 ez-toc-heading-level-2'><a class=\"ez-toc-link ez-toc-heading-8\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/local-marketing-automation\/#Conclusion\" >Conclusion<\/a><\/li><\/ul><\/nav><\/div>\n\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Is_Local_Marketing_Automation\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #339966;\"><strong>What Is Local Marketing Automation?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Local marketing automation helps marketers create <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/marketing\/customer-segmentation\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">location-specific<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> campaigns while staying on-brand. Think fonts, copy, images, and layouts in hundreds of variations \u2013 all perfectly aligned with the target market and the brand playbook. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Brand HQs use local marketing automation to support local marketers in maintaining <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">quality and consistency<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> in their work with marketing collateral. They use templates, reports, and <a href=\"https:\/\/thedigitalprojectmanager.com\/general-digital-project-management-advice-and-guidance\/what-is-dam\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">digital asset management tools<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The goal is to create easy workflows so local marketers can turn brand-approved creative assets into effective marketing campaigns.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/span><\/p>\n\r\n            <script>\r\n                var EhAPI = EhAPI || {}; \r\n                EhAPI.after_load = function() {\r\n                    EhAPI.set_account('ktb76s1540fl2hnhbqnrtd2npb', 'our');\r\n                    EhAPI.execute('rules');\r\n                };\r\n                (function(d, s, f) {\r\n                    var sc = document.createElement(s);\r\n                    sc.type = 'text\/javascript';\r\n                    sc.async = true;\r\n                    sc.src = f;\r\n                    var m = document.getElementsByTagName(s)[0];\r\n                    m.parentNode.insertBefore(sc, m);   \r\n                })(document, 'script', '\/\/d2p078bqz5urf7.cloudfront.net\/jsapi\/ehform.js');\r\n            <\/script>\r\n            <script>\r\n                function waitForEhForms() {\r\n                    const interval = 100; \/\/ Check every 100ms\r\n                    const checkAndLoad = () => {\r\n                        const params = new URLSearchParams(window.location.search);\r\n                        const elementorPreviewParam = params.get('elementor-preview');\r\n                        if (elementorPreviewParam && typeof EhForms !== 'undefined' && typeof EhForms.loadForms === 'function') {\r\n                            EhForms.loadForms();\r\n                            console.log('EhForms.loadForms() called successfully.');\r\n                        } else {\r\n                            setTimeout(checkAndLoad, interval);\r\n                        }\r\n                    };\r\n                    checkAndLoad();\r\n                }\r\n                \/\/ Call the function\r\n                waitForEhForms();\r\n            <\/script>\r\n        <div class='engage-hub-form-embed' id='eh_form_5161654467690496' data-id='5161654467690496'><\/div>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"How_Does_Local_Marketing_Automation_Work\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #339966;\"><strong>How Does Local Marketing Automation Work?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It\u2019s true &#8211; brands are investing in digital marketing significantly today. However, traditional marketing channels like affiliates, dealers, and franchisees still account for a large share of sales and revenue across industries. The problem is that locals don\u2019t always have the skills or resources to do quality content at the local level. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It\u2019s also because they don\u2019t usually track performance or use reports. Unfortunately, this robs them and HQ of <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/crm\/crm-analytics\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">vital insights and affects ROI<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">. Local marketing automation allows local marketers to execute campaigns using brand-approved templates, workflows, and guidelines- all folded into an easy-to-use interface. Then, all they have to do is customize ad creative or other collateral with their information. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For example, name, address, and phone numbers. Since the templates are pre-approved, they can be used right away \u2013 no approvals or sign-offs needed. This means local marketers can respond to evolving market trends <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">faster than before.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"fasc-button fasc-size-medium fasc-type-flat fasc-rounded-medium ico-fa fasc-ico-before fa-arrow-circle-right\" style=\"background-color: #33809e; color: #ffffff;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/retail-marketing-strategies\/\">Read also: Top Retail Marketing Strategies To Grow Your Business<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Benefits_of_Local_Marketing_Automation\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #339966;\"><strong>Benefits of Local Marketing Automation<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Local marketing automation lets brands adopt a local flavor while keeping their branding intact. Here are its many advantages.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>1. Better brand compliance<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Local marketing automation tools come with <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/marketing\/workflows\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">pre-built workflows<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> for marketers to use. Brand marketing teams will share their playbook via these workflows. Local marketers no longer need to second guess themselves regarding the dos and don&#8217;ts. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Brands can set role-based permissions to restrict changes where needed. This enables consistent branding across campaigns, which builds trust with audiences.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>2. Streamlined campaigns<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Local marketers often know the local market inside out, so they don&#8217;t lack creative ideas. However, they cannot create campaigns from scratch. Marketing automation aligns HQ&#8217;s expectations with the local team&#8217;s ideas to create distinct marketing campaigns. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It shrinks the <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.ziflow.com\/blog\/marketing-approval-process\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">idea-feedback-approval loop<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">&nbsp;to help marketers get more done.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>3. Reduced cost and improved ROI<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Ad budgets may need to be rearranged during a campaign. Without a proper framework, tracking spending relative to ROI is difficult. Local marketing automation brings objectivity to this scenario. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/crm\/crm-reports\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">measures campaign performance<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> in real-time and identifies ads that are doing well enough to be boosted.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>4. Increased reach<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Local marketing automation can expand coverage for marketers beyond the local area. The insights gained from one campaign can be replicated across other markets with similar characteristics. This means better results faster than if you went the other way around.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #993300;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">5. Improved targeting<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Local marketing automation uses digital strategies to identify touch points, <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/customer-journey-mapping-tools\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">map the customer journey<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">, and deliver personalized messages across channels to drive brand awareness and conversion. It leverages analytics to identify micro-segments you may not have detected otherwise.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #993300;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">6. Consistent messaging across campaigns<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Messages will likely lose their intended meaning when running multi-channel campaigns. With local marketing automation, locals have a central point of reference to build campaigns around. This means no surprises for brand managers when the marketing collateral rolls out!<\/span><\/p>\n<p>Working with specialized <a href=\"https:\/\/www.joinblink.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">marketing collateral services<\/a> ensures that all materials meet brand standards before distribution.<\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #993300;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">7. Real-time optimization<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> If you&#8217;ve been using marketing automation, you know how important it is for campaigns to launch on time. If you wait for the design or copy to be perfect, you could lose out on a hot trend or micro-moment. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Local marketing automation allows you to <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/campaign-management\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">optimize campaigns<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> even after they&#8217;ve gone live to capture those crucial micro-moments for your target customer journeys.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #993300;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">8. Improved SEO<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> Local campaigns create greater <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/increasing-brand-awareness\/\">brand awareness<\/a>, which has a spin-off effect on SEO. Customers who recognize the brand from in-store advertising or print ads are more likely to search for it online. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This improves SEO as well as reduces the cost per click for brands.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"fasc-button fasc-size-medium fasc-type-flat fasc-rounded-medium ico-fa fasc-ico-before fa-arrow-circle-right\" style=\"background-color: #33809e; color: #ffffff;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/unique-real-estate-marketing-ideas\/\">Read also: Selling Homes in Style: 29 Unique Real Estate Marketing Ideas<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Marketing_Automation_vs_Local_Marketing_Automation\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #339966;\"><strong>Marketing Automation vs Local Marketing Automation<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Marketing automation allows brands to scale personalized campaigns across channels and funnel stages quickly. It streamlines everything from <\/span><a class=\"editor-rtfLink\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/lead-scoring-guide\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\"><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">lead generation and scoring<\/span><\/a><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> to email, social media, and landing pages. Moreover, it provides detailed insights into the performance of your marketing campaigns via analytics. <\/span><\/p>\n<p>Local marketing automation is quite different. Local marketing automation software can be used for digital and traditional marketing. It can create print ads, in-store signboards, and direct mail campaigns. Marketing automation aims to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/email-sequence-personalization\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">personalize messaging<\/a>, increase reach, and drive conversions.<\/p>\n<p>Conversely, local marketing automation enables local teams to adapt approved brand creative for local audiences. Its focus is greater on branding. The key features of local marketing automation platforms are digital asset management, reporting and analytics, and customizable templates.<\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/marketing\/marketing-automation\">Marketing automation<\/a> can be used by virtually any business that sells goods online. Local marketing automation software is best suited to multi-location businesses that work with distributed sales partners, franchisees, affiliates, or dealers. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">It can also be used by enterprise brands with regional and local outlets spread across a large area. For multi-location brands, combining local automation with <a href=\"https:\/\/helium-seo.com\/enterprise-seo-services\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">enterprise SEO services<\/a> ensures brand visibility stays consistent across both local searches and large-scale organic campaigns.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"fasc-button fasc-size-medium fasc-type-flat fasc-rounded-medium ico-fa fasc-ico-before fa-arrow-circle-right\" style=\"background-color: #33809e; color: #ffffff;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/squeeze-pages\/\">Read also: Demystifying Squeeze Pages: 8 Best Practices to Generate Maximum Leads<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Types_of_Local_Marketing_Automation\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #339966;\"><strong>Types of Local Marketing Automation<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Here are the key local marketing automation types you should invest in.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>1. Local paid search ads<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> For local search ads to be effective, you must constantly monitor their performance, adjust bids, and optimize for trending keywords. This takes time and consistent effort. Local marketing automation can track paid ad campaigns across search engines in real time, identifying underperforming campaigns based on <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/marketing-metrics\/\">your KPIs<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You can quickly decide whether to continue or stop them. The money saved is better spent on campaigns that show potential. Local marketing automation software can sync with native ad managers (Google Ads Manager, Bing Ads Manager, etc.) and collate all campaign data in one place.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>2. Ad listings<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">A typical business will be listed on dozens of directories across its markets. This has benefits for SEO performance as well. However, managing these multiple listings is challenging, especially for small teams. Without the correct contact and product information, your rankings may be affected. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">This is where ad listing automation proves its worth. It&nbsp;<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">dynamically updates<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> multiple listings in real-time. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">For example, if your hours of operation have changed, it can replicate the new hours across all platforms within seconds. It can also update product categories, keywords, and addresses.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #993300;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">3. Local landing pages<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You need dedicated <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/marketing\/landing-pages\">landing pages<\/a> to capture and convert leads if you run multiple ad campaigns. This is especially true for eCommerce and direct-to-customer brands operating across multiple markets. The problem arises when you have multiple local landing pages with differences in language, currency, refund and returns, shipping SLAs, etc. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">With local marketing automation, you can set up conditional rules to customize every page for different campaign goals or cultural themes, driving engagement.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>4. Digital asset management<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">When you have marketing campaigns running in full swing, you need to be able to iterate creatively and copy quickly. Approval-based workflows can delay and even derail a campaign, depending on the demand. For example, festive campaigns like <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/black-friday-saas-deals-2025\/\">Black Friday<\/a> need dynamic copy and design iterations to make the desired impact. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If your team uses a shared drive for storing and sharing images, text, or media files, tracking different versions can get harder over time. Digital asset management tools provide permission-based workflows for tagging, storing, and retrieving <a href=\"https:\/\/elements.envato.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" data-wpel-link=\"internal\">creative assets<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">The result: on-brand creatives that the right people can access, update, and deploy quickly.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #993300;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">5. Review management<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Inviting customer reviews is one thing, but keeping track of, responding to, and curating them is quite another. If you don\u2019t reply to reviews, you risk alienating customers, eventually affecting <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/lead-generation-guide\/\">lead generation<\/a>. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Local marketing automation software streamlines review management by automating review requests, monitoring new reviews, and allowing you to search by keyword to find testimonials for specific use cases.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"fasc-button fasc-size-medium fasc-type-flat fasc-rounded-medium ico-fa fasc-ico-before fa-arrow-circle-right\" style=\"background-color: #33809e; color: #ffffff;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/local-marketing-ideas\/\">Read also: 14 Low-Cost Local Marketing Ideas That Will Make a Big Impact<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"What_Features_Should_You_Look_for_In_a_Local_Marketing_Automation_Platform\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #339966;\"><strong>What Features Should You Look for In a Local Marketing Automation Platform?<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">To activate your brand at the local level, you need local marketing software with the following features.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>1. Digital asset management<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">By far the most important feature of any local marketing automation software. You should be able to tag and categorize all campaign assets, including images, video, fonts, audio (podcasts), etc., and store them in a central database. Look for tools with version management features to track edits made to your files by in-house or external teams and avoid using incorrect or older versions. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">By the same token, only authorized users should have access to campaign files. Ensure you can set role-based permissions and track views and downloads in real-time. Also, prioritize <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/workflow-automation-explained\/\">automated workflows<\/a> that make it easy for local teams to find and create assets and get quick approvals.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>2. Customizable templates<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Brand managers don\u2019t need to worry about brand compliance when there are locked-down templates. These templates allow local users to use only approved colors, branding, and copy. The templates can be adapted to different media and used simultaneously across different locations.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>3. Landing page builder<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> This lets you pick and choose from a built-in library of images and fonts and add them to your landing pages. The best local marketing automation tools can automatically adapt the layout for different devices and screen sizes. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/\">EngageBay<\/a> goes further, letting you embed lead capture forms and <a href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/landing-page-a-b-testing\/\">A\/B test<\/a> multiple page variations from one place. This translates into effective quality control and complete visibility across campaigns for brand managers.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>4. Vendor integrations<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If you have a cooperative advertising model that splits costs with local advertisers, ensure the tool offers print and direct mail integrations. This means local marketers can order prints and branded merchandise or buy ad space in local publications on demand from within the tool. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">You get complete control over what vendors local marketers buy from, and you can negotiate volume discounts with those vendors. Think of it as a digital vendor marketplace for your local marketers. With such a system in place, they won\u2019t need to approach you directly for support every time they run a campaign.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><strong><span style=\"color: #993300;\" data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">5. Reporting and analytics<\/span><\/strong><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">As a brand marketer, you finally have the last-mile visibility into local campaigns you always wanted. Local marketing platforms help you analyze and benchmark performance and correlate it with actual sales over time, similar to how a digital marketing company would approach data-driven campaign optimization. <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">With this data, you\u2019ll identify creative offers that worked well and learn from those that didn\u2019t. <\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">If local marketers use certain assets more often than others, you can make more of those. Moreover, you can reuse the best ideas in other locations or niches. 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It has now added digital marketing solutions, including an <\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">extensive library of templates<\/span><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"> and merchandise options to meet virtually any marketing need. It makes up for what local marketing features it lacks through third-party integrations.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>Pricing:<\/strong> Available on request<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span style=\"color: #993300;\"><strong>5. Bynder<\/strong><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Bynder focuses on ease of use across all its features &#8211; workflows, asset management, and brand guide. It integrates creative production, review, and approvals in one seamless interface, giving brand managers the necessary visibility and control. Supports multiple languages for global marketing teams.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>Pricing:<\/strong> Available on request.<\/span><\/p>\n<h3><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><span style=\"color: #993300;\">6. Yext<\/span><\/span><\/h3>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Yext is a listing management software that automates reviews and social media pages across devices and platforms. It also packs a reporting hub where you can track activity in real-time. It offers integrations for custom workflows.<\/span><\/p>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\"><strong>Pricing:<\/strong> Available on request<\/span><\/p>\n<p><a class=\"fasc-button fasc-size-medium fasc-type-flat fasc-rounded-medium ico-fa fasc-ico-before fa-arrow-circle-right\" style=\"background-color: #33809e; color: #ffffff;\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\" href=\"https:\/\/www.engagebay.com\/blog\/local-advertising-ideas\/\">Read also: Top Local Advertising Ideas to Elevate Your Marketing<\/a><\/p>\n<h2><span class=\"ez-toc-section\" id=\"Conclusion\"><\/span><span style=\"color: #339966;\"><strong>Conclusion<\/strong><\/span><span class=\"ez-toc-section-end\"><\/span><\/h2>\n<p><span data-preserver-spaces=\"true\">Local marketing automation is your chance to engage audiences across diverse markets. You don\u2019t necessarily need a dedicated platform for local marketing, though. 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