Marketing Automation Flashcards
Why is technology considered “standard” for the connected customer?
Consumers are tech-savvy and expect businesses to provide seamless digital experiences
How do connected customers drive a demand for connected journeys?
They use various devices and channels, expecting a consistent experience across all touchpoints
What do consumers expect from every interaction with a brand?
They expect relevancy and personalisation, with brands anticipating their needs and preference
What is the customer experience gap?
The disconnect between customer expectations for connected journeys and companies’ struggles with siloed data and tools
Define a customer journey
A series of steps a customer takes when interacting with a company across all touchpoints
By understanding…
How can businesses use customer journeys to drive positive results?
By understanding & optimising customer journeys, businesses can deliver personalised experiences that increase satisfaction, reduce churn, and boost revenue
Unify, utilise, ensure
How can businesses deliver personalised consumer engagement at scale?
1) By unifying customer data
2) Utilising AI for personalisation
3) Ensuring consistent interactions across all channels
What is customer experience mapping?
Visually outlining the touchpoints customers experience throughout their lifecycle to identify areas for improvement
What are the four pillars of a successful customer journey?
1) Goal
2) Audience
3) Data
4) Content & Channels
How can you identify “moments that matter” in a customer’s experience?
By analysing the customer lifecycle and pinpointing key stages like research (“I-Want-to-Know”), decision-making (“I-Want-to-Buy”), and taking action (“I-Want-to-Do”).
What are the two main APIs in Marketing Cloud Engagement?
REST API and SOAP API
When would you choose the REST API over the SOAP API?
1) Newer implementations
2) Accessing the latest Marketing Cloud Engagement features
3) When needing greater versatility
What do both the REST and SOAP APIs require for authentication?
An OAuth token
How do tenant-specific endpoints enhance security?
By routing API requests to unique subdomains
What is the primary purpose of using OAuth tokens?
To ensure secure authentication for API access
What is a crucial aspect of token management?
Securely storing & refreshing tokens to ensure uninterrupted API access
Name three benefits of using the REST API
1) Multichannel support
2) JSON-based requests & responses
3) Access to the latest Marketing Cloud Engagement features
Which Marketing Cloud Engagement app allows you to manage and automate personalised customer journeys?
Journey Builder
What is a key function of Transactional Messaging?
To send automated, non-promotional messages like order confirmations and password resets with faster performance than standard triggered sends
When is the SOAP API a suitable choice in Marketing Cloud Engagement?
1) For integrating with Email Studio
2) Managing legacy integrations
3) Handling classic content management
Why is asynchronous processing often preferred over synchronous processing for SOAP API operations?
Asynchronous processing is more resilient to outages as it uses queued processing
Why is it crucial to consider time zones when using the SOAP API?
Data is stored in CST, so using UTC offsets ensures accurate retrieval and avoids potential scheduling conflicts
What is the Principle of Least Privilege and why is it a security best practice?
Granting only the necessary permissions within OAuth tokens minimizes potential damage in case of a security breach
Why is it important to leverage scripting languages like AMPscript and SSJS with your API integrations?
1) To add dynamic content
2) Personalisation
3) Interact with subscriber data
To enhance your Marketing Cloud Engagement capabilities
Where can you find community-supported SDKs for Marketing Cloud Engagement?
On GitHub
What is the primary function of Automation Studio?
1) To automate routine Marketing Cloud Engagement tasks
2) Improve efficiency & ensuring timely execution
Name three activities you can perform using Automation Studio
1) Send messages (emails, SMS)
2) Move data (import/export data extensions)
3) Run scripts and queries (SQL, SSJS)
What are the different triggers available for automations in Automation Studio?
1) Scheduled 2) Immediate 3) File Drop 4) API Event
What is the function of the SQL Query activity?
To manipulate & extract data from data extensions or data views using custom SQL queries
Why is it important to optimise SQL queries, especially with large datasets?
To minimise resource consumption & ensure efficient processing within Automation Studio