This PPT slide, part of the 23-slide Omni-channel Strategy Series: Omni-channel Marketing PowerPoint presentation, emphasizes the growing significance of Search Engine Marketing (SEM) in the current marketing landscape. It highlights that customers regard search engines as the primary source for online purchases, surpassing other channels like comparison sites and personal recommendations. This insight underlines the necessity for companies to maintain visibility in search engine results to capture consumer attention effectively.
The data presented outlines spending trends from 2011 to 2017, showing a clear upward trajectory in both Search Engine Advertising (SEA) and Search Engine Optimization (SEO). SEA spending has notably increased from approximately 8,897 in 2011 to 22,500 in 2017, indicating a strong shift towards paid search strategies. Conversely, while SEO spending has also risen, it remains significantly lower at around 2,393 in 2017. This disparity suggests that while both strategies are essential, there is a marked preference for immediate visibility through paid advertising.
The slide further stresses that marketing should be viewed as an investment. It points out the importance of allocating budgets to channels that enhance brand recognition and drive sales in both the short and long term. The observation that SEO constitutes only about 10.5% of total SEA and SEO spending highlights a potential area for growth in organic search strategies, despite the current focus on paid advertising.
In summary, the slide serves as a crucial reminder for executives to prioritize SEM in their marketing strategies, ensuring they are not only visible, but also relevant in an increasingly digital marketplace.
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