This article provides an in-depth exploration of SEO management services, discussing their components, benefits, and the transformative impact they have.
Businesses face various challenges when attempting to establish a commanding online presence.
The complexity and frequent changes of search engine algorithms, the ever-increasing competition, and the evolving behaviours of digital consumers often lead companies to realise the need for expert assistance in SEO management.
This is where SEO management services come in. They’re designed to help you navigate these challenges and elevate your digital strategy.
But even though the SEO industry is over 2 decades old, it still suffers from a degree of mysticism and secrecy where the people providing the services often keep their cards close to their chests about what it is they actually “do”, which makes it difficult for businesses to know what services their website requires.
At Huble, we take pride in being as clear and transparent as possible with our clients about what their current performance is like and what steps they need to take to improve. If we think there is a better alternative to the current direction of a strategy, we’re not afraid to say so. That’s the true value a consultancy should provide.
So, to help pull back the curtain on SEO, this article provides an in-depth exploration of SEO management services, discussing their components, benefits, and the transformative impact they can have on businesses.
Why businesses turn to external SEO management
Many businesses start their digital journey with enthusiasm but soon find themselves lost in the labyrinth of SEO complexities. The realisation that maintaining a robust online presence requires more than just a basic understanding of SEO leads them to seek professional help.
Whether it’s struggling to rank higher in search engines, failing to attract the right audience, or simply not having the bandwidth to manage SEO in-house, the need for an external partner becomes evident.
It’s estimated that there are over 200 factors that can influence how Google and other search engines rank a page. Knowing which to focus on, and navigating the various challenges involved in fixing technical SEO issues can be difficult if you are not fully immersing yourself in SEO day-to-day.
SEO management services are the solution to these challenges, offering expertise, resources, and a strategic approach that internal teams often cannot match.
What are SEO management services?
SEO management services encompass a broad range of strategies and techniques aimed at improving a website's visibility in search engines.
Having worked on websites on different content management systems in a vast array of industries, it’s likely we’ve seen most challenges before and know how best to fix them.
This is not just about getting to the top of search rankings; it’s about staying there and capitalising on that position to achieve business goals. SEO services are designed to align with your company's unique needs, ensuring a bespoke strategy that delivers results.
These services extend beyond mere keyword rankings. They involve a thorough understanding of search engines, user experience, and aligning content with what your potential customers are searching for.
It’s also about getting the right traffic, not just any traffic, to your website. And ensuring that the content you have is perfectly placed to drive conversions, sales and help your business grow. So it’s important that the SEO consultancy you engage with is aware of and aligned to your overall business goals.
For larger organisations, enterprise SEO management requires additional support to help deal with the intricacies of complex websites, multiple product lines, different teams managing areas of your site and ensuring your content has a global reach.
In the hands of SEO experts like those here at Huble, these services transform your online presence, driving relevant traffic to your website and converting visitors into loyal customers.
What aspects do SEO management services include?
SEO strategy
The cornerstone of our services, SEO strategy, is what drives all subsequent efforts. At Huble, we believe in a holistic approach that aligns with your business’s place in the digital maturity model and outlines the steps required to take you to the next level.
Our strategy is not just about improving search engine rankings; it's about evolving your SEO to shift your company further along the digital maturity spectrum.
We customise our strategies to meet your specific business goals and market dynamics, ensuring a comprehensive and effective SEO plan.
That plan could include some or all of the individual services below:
Keyword research
Gone are the days of guesswork in content creation. Huble’s keyword research is a data-driven process, centred around your customers' real-life pain points.
This approach not only informs the content we create but also guides the overall content strategy, ensuring that SEO leads content creation rather than simply optimising existing work.
SEO content strategy and creation
We understand that content is the voice of your SEO strategy. Our content team excels in SEO content creation, crafting material that speaks directly to your audience's needs and interests, driven by in-depth SEO insights.
It’s rarely the case now that just because you have a single piece of content targeting a keyword, it will immediately rank well and draw in traffic. With so many sites ticking off the SEO basics, the search engine results page is more competitive than ever before.
Our content strategy uses the topic cluster approach, supported by HubSpot’s topic cluster tool, to provide an integrated solution where your individual pieces of content work together to make your site more competitive on SERPs and to solve your prospects’ pain points.
This method transforms traditional content brainstorming, ensuring that every piece of content is not only engaging but also strategically aligned with your SEO goals.
On-page SEO
This fundamental aspect focuses on optimising elements within your website, such as content, HTML source code, and website architecture. Our expert team ensures that your site is not just search-engine friendly but also provides an engaging user experience.
This includes optimising titles, meta descriptions, and headers, along with ensuring high-quality, relevant content.
Off-page SEO
This strategy involves actions taken outside of your website to impact your rankings within SERPs. Building high-quality backlinks, from relevant and trustworthy sources, is an essential component of off-page SEO.
These links, coming from reputable websites, act as endorsements, enhancing your site's authority and credibility.
SEO consulting
Sometimes, a little guidance can go a long way. Huble offers SEO consulting services, providing expert advice and actionable insights to help you navigate the complex world of search engine optimisation.
This is most suitable when you’re in the early stages of building a strategy and/or if you’ve got in-house support for the delivery of optimisation work on your site.
Whether you're looking to refine an existing strategy or start from scratch, our team of SEO experts is here to assist.
SEO training
Empowering your in-house team with SEO knowledge can be a game-changer for your business. Huble provides SEO training, equipping your team with the latest SEO tactics and knowledge.
This enables your content team, marketing team, and project managers to effectively contribute to your SEO efforts.
For clients that sell through partners, we can also run partner workshops, helping them with their overall marketing so they can improve how they sell your business' products and services. Strengthening your partnership for the benefit of all.
SEO audits
An SEO audit is a crucial step in understanding the current state of your website. Huble conducts comprehensive SEO audits, examining your site's technical framework, on-page elements, and off-page essentials to identify areas of improvement.
This detailed plan helps in pinpointing issues that might be hindering your site’s search engine performance. By taking a deeper at the technical SEO of your site, we can assess how well it adheres to the best practices that ensure search engines can find and display your content quickly and for the right keywords.
Pinpointing the quick wins and providing the necessary support to enact them ensures any issues are dealt with as swiftly as possible.
SEO reporting
Transparency and regular reporting are key components of our SEO management services. Huble provides ongoing performance monitoring and monthly reporting on your SEO performance, including metrics like search rankings, organic traffic, click-through rates, and conversion rates.
This not only ensures that you’re always in the loop but also helps in making data-driven decisions for future strategies that are aligned to the wider objectives of your business.
Technical SEO management
The technical aspects of SEO might not be visible to the naked eye, but they are critical for search engines. Through ongoing monitoring of your website’s technical health, our SEO team supports you in addressing technical issues such as crawl errors, site speed optimisation, and mobile search compatibility, ensuring your site is optimised for both users and search engines.
What are the benefits of SEO management services?
Investing in professional SEO management services can yield substantial benefits for businesses of all sizes. Here are some key advantages:
- Increased online visibility: SEO helps your website rank higher in search engine results, making it more visible to potential customers. This enhanced online presence is crucial for attracting organic users who are actively searching for your products or services.
- Improved user experience: A well-optimised website offers a better user experience, which is a critical factor in retaining visitors and converting them into customers. Huble’s SEO management services focus on creating a user-friendly website that not only ranks well but also provides value to your visitors.
- Higher conversion rate: By targeting relevant keywords and creating quality content, SEO helps in attracting qualified traffic. This targeted approach leads to higher engagement and conversion rates, as visitors are more likely to be interested in what you offer.
- Sustainable growth: Unlike paid media, the effects of a well-executed SEO strategy are long-lasting. By building a strong online foundation, businesses can enjoy sustained organic growth, ensuring long-term success in the digital space.
How can SEO management services improve my business?
SEO management services offer a holistic approach to improving your digital marketing strategy. By enhancing your website's search engine performance, you can expect:
- Increased organic traffic, bringing more potential customers to your site.
- Higher search rankings, establishing your business as an authority in your industry.
- Better engagement with your target market, through relevant and compelling content.
- Enhanced brand awareness and online reputation.
SEO services case studies
To further illustrate the impact of our comprehensive SEO management services, let's delve into a few real-life SEO case studies:
GCPay: SEO-driven success in the construction industry
Background: GCPay, a cloud-based payment management solution provider in the construction industry, sought to enhance its digital presence and organic reach.
Challenge: GCPay needed to improve its visibility and ranking in search results, as its content production previously lacked a robust SEO strategy.
Solution: Huble developed a comprehensive SEO and content strategy, focusing on key topic clusters essential for driving organic traffic.
Results: The SEO efforts led to impressive outcomes:
- An 11% overall traffic growth rate in 2022.
- A remarkable 23% traffic growth rate from November 2022 to April 2023.
- Enhanced keyword rankings, with 5 product keywords in the top 3 positions and 42 product keywords in the top 10.
- A 119% increase in non-branded keyword traffic.
Read the full GCPay case study here
Abbott: enhancing consumer awareness and engagement
Background: Abbott, a global leader in medical products, collaborated with Huble to improve their digital marketing strategy for their Diabetes Care division, particularly for the FreeStyle brand of blood glucose monitoring systems.
The challenge: Abbott needed to connect with their target audience, create awareness around the FreeStyle brand, foster community and brand loyalty, and educate consumers about their products.
SEO-focused solution: Over three years, Huble developed and implemented a comprehensive strategy that included:
- SEO strategy: A focus on SEO was central, aiming to improve Abbott's online visibility and attract relevant traffic through behavioural KPIs.
- Content strategy: A new content strategy was introduced, encompassing various themes and types to engage the audience effectively with information and insights related to diabetes management and the FreeStyle products.
Remarkable results:
- A significant 211% increase in registrations, indicating heightened interest in Abbott's products.
- A 160% increase in completed contact forms, showing increased engagement from potential customers.
- A staggering 959% increase in app downloads, reflecting improved consumer awareness and adoption of the FreeStyle app.
Read the full Abbott case study.
The NAV | 365 People: a strategic SEO overhaul
Background: The NAV | 365 People (TNP), required strategic marketing and HubSpot support during their marketing manager's maternity leave. They sought Huble Digital's expertise to maintain and enhance their marketing outcomes.
The challenge: TNP's primary challenge was to ensure a smooth transition during the maternity leave of their in-house HubSpot expert. They needed to continue their strategic marketing activities, including SEO management, without disruption.
SEO-centric solution: Huble Digital provided an agile support retainer, which evolved to include more flexible SEO services. The SEO project comprised an SEO migration and audit, a technical report, keyword research, on-page optimisation, and performance monitoring and reporting. The key component of this strategy was the creation and launch of 4 pillar pages, each supported by new and existing cluster content. This comprehensive approach was aimed at improving TNP's search rankings and overall website traffic.
Impressive results: The collaboration with Huble Digital led to:
- An astounding 211 target keywords ranked on page one of Google.
- A significant 63% increase in total monthly sessions, indicating enhanced site visibility and engagement.
- A notable 61% increase in monthly new contacts, showcasing effective lead generation and audience growth.
Read the full The NAV | 365 People case study.
How Huble can help manage your SEO
Staying ahead of the curve in SEO is essential. To not invest in SEO is to fall behind competitors who are. Huble’s SEO management services are designed to navigate these complexities and drive your business towards success.
With our expert team, you can enhance your online presence, reach your business goals, and connect with your target audience more effectively.
Interested in transforming your online strategy? Speak with our team at Huble to learn more about how our SEO consultancy services can help manage and elevate your SEO efforts.
