A new study, conducted by Pew Research Internet Project, showed that 91% of Americans own a mobile phone, and over half of them use those phones to access the internet. That probably doesn’t surprise anyone, but what you may not know is what that means for your business.
If you own a business, it is essential that you maintain an engaging mobile presence.
Customers want immediate access to information these days, and they get that from their mobile phones. So of course it stands to reason that your customers want to be able to interact with you and to obtain goods and services from your company via their mobile device.
A mobile app enables your business to be available at all times, nights, weekends and holidays, and allows you to offer customers on-the-go access, rewards programs, recruitment opportunities and more.
Engaging your customers has never been easier than with a mobile app. The app practically promotes your business for you.
We’ve outlined four ways that you can grow your business through a mobile app below.
1. Facebook, and other social media sites. When you sync your app with social media like Facebook, Twitter and Instagram, your customers can share content and promote your business. Customers can “share” special promotions and contests you might have and their friends/fans will see the content and be moved to download your app. You can also tweet out special gofers and events.
2. You can also do marketing through push notifications, and geofencing. Localized content can really grow your business. When customers are offered specific content based on their location and interest, they feel catered to and like their needs are being met. This will generate a lot of business.
3. Giveaways, free trials and contests. Don’t hesitate to utilize these! People will download your app especially to participate in contests and giveaways. This will give you an opportunity to get your products, goods and services out there, which will then drum up more business and retain loyal customers.
4. Advertising Space. Taking out an ad through sites like Facebook or other social media sites is a great way to generate business and draw people into your app. These sites target consumers based on their interests, so your ad is guaranteed to be seen by people who are especially likely to give you business. Targeted ads are a great way to insure revenue.
No matter what type of business you run, an app can propel you forward. Restaurants, bars, concert venues, retail outlets, catering services, medical facilities, educational facilities, salons, repair companies and countless other businesses have benefited from utilizing a mobile app.
