Beacons

Beacons are being touted as the next big thing for local SEO and proximity marketing. While still a mystery to many, beacons are already shining as tools to foster customer engagement, encourage user-generated content, distribute timely messages and drive sales.

These small hardware devices are placed inconspicuously and, when activated, can communicate via Bluetooth Low Energy (BLE) technology with smartphones and other devices within a limited radius, sending targeted push notifications. From retail special offers to public transportation schedules, the limits of the messaging opportunities can be endless. Beacons take the popular “near me” searches to a new level, allowing marketers […]