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= Introducing New SOCI Integration =

The '''SOCI Integration''' within ActiveCampaign is a powerful tool designed to facilitate localized marketing efforts for franchises and multi-location brands. This integration allows users to effortlessly manage their email communications by automatically updating each email with the latest location details, ensuring that no manual updates are necessary. 

== Why SOCI Integration Matters ==

In today's digital landscape, personalized and localized content is crucial for engaging customers effectively. The SOCI Integration enables businesses to tap into real-time local data, enhancing the relevance of their messaging to its audience. By leveraging automated updates and extensive location data points, brands can remain consistent and professional across various locations, all while saving valuable time.

== How to Access the SOCI Integration ==

To access the SOCI Integration, you will need to connect the SOCi CX App within your ActiveCampaign automations. This is where the SOCI Message Variables are generated automatically, streamlining the process of integrating location-specific details into your email campaigns.

== Step-by-Step Instructions ==

1. **Connect the SOCi CX App**:
   - Log in to your ActiveCampaign account.
   - Navigate to the '''Automations''' section.
   - Select the option to integrate with the '''SOCI CX App'''.

2. **Automatic Variable Creation**:
   - Once connected, the system will automatically generate the SOCI Message Variables without any manual effort.

3. **Utilize Message Variables in Emails**:
   - Access your email campaigns and add the relevant '''Message Variables''', such as %soci-yourbusinesslocation-address%, to include dynamic and localized information seamlessly.

These instructions ensure that your emails automatically reflect updates made to your SOCI Profile or Hours tab.

== Configuration Options and Settings ==

Within the SOCI Integration, a few critical configuration options can be set up to maximize efficiency:

- **SOCI Message Variables**: These variables allow for the dynamic insertion of real-time data into emails, ensuring that each message is up-to-date with the latest information.
- **Profile Integration**: Automatically sync updates made to your SOCI Profile or Hours tab to ActiveCampaign, making sure that any changes are instantly reflected in your email content.

== Best Practices and Tips ==

- **Keep Content Consistent**: Make use of centralized templates to maintain brand messaging across different franchises.
- **Personalize Wisely**: While personalization is key, ensure that all localized content adheres to brand guidelines to prevent any inconsistencies.
- **Regular Review**: Regularly check and update your SOCI Profiles to ensure that all data used in your email campaigns is accurate and current.

== Common Use Cases with Examples ==

1. **Franchise Marketing**: A restaurant chain can use the integration to send out location-specific promotions, such as happy hour times and local menu items, without needing individual email modifications.
   
2. **Event Announcements**: A retail brand can promote events (e.g., product launches, special sales) happening at various locations, with details reflecting real-time information pulled directly from their SOCI profiles.

3. **Community Engagement**: Nonprofits with multiple local chapters can use this integration to ensure their communications to local supporters include relevant meeting times and locations.

== Troubleshooting ==

If you encounter issues with the SOCI Integration:

1. **Check App Connectivity**: Ensure that the SOCi CX App is correctly connected to your ActiveCampaign account.
2. **Verify Profile Updates**: Confirm that changes made in the SOCI Profile or Hours tab are being reflected in ActiveCampaign.
3. **Contact Support**: If problems persist, reach out to ActiveCampaign support for assistance with integration issues.

== Related Features ==

Other features that may complement the SOCI Integration include:

- [[Automations]]: Streamline your marketing processes further with powerful automation capabilities.
- [[Message Variables]]: Learn about how to effectively use Message Variables in your campaigns.

== FAQ ==

=== 1. What is the SOCI Integration? ===
The SOCI Integration is a feature in ActiveCampaign that allows businesses to automatically update emails with localized information based on SOCI location data.

=== 2. How do I connect the SOCI Integration? ===
You can connect the SOCI Integration by accessing the '''Automations''' section in your ActiveCampaign account and integrating the SOCi CX App.

=== 3. Can I use SOCI Integration for multiple locations? ===
Yes, the integration supports multiple locations, but each SOCI location must be connected to a single ActiveCampaign account.

=== 4. What are Message Variables? ===
Message Variables are dynamic placeholders like %soci-yourbusinesslocation-address% that allow for the insertion of up-to-date information into your emails.

=== 5. Do I need to manually update any email content? ===
No, once the SOCI Integration is set up, updates to your SOCI Profile automatically reflect in your email campaigns without any manual input.

=== 6. What happens if my SOCI Profile is not updating in ActiveCampaign? ===
Check the connectivity of the SOCi CX App and ensure that any changes made in the SOCI Profile are saved correctly.

=== 7. Where can I find additional resources? ===
For more details on connecting SOCI to ActiveCampaign, refer to the guide: [https://help.activecampaign.com/hc/en-us/articles/20548035314844-Connect-SOCi-to-ActiveCampaign].

By leveraging the SOCI Integration in ActiveCampaign, businesses can enhance their localized marketing efforts while saving time and maintaining brand consistency. Start utilizing this robust integration today for streamlined and effective marketing!
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