Store sales reporting and bidding are now available across Performance Max Campaigns

Introduced
Jun 20, 2023

Impact Rating
Medium

06/20/23 - Granular

Granular analysis and first look

Google Ads introduces store sales reporting and bidding for Performance Max campaigns, enabling advertisers to measure and optimize in-store sales alongside online sales. This feature enhances omnichannel marketing strategies by providing a comprehensive view of customer behavior and sales performance across channels.

Google Ads UI showing store sales bidding in Performance Max for store goals
Selecting Store sales bidding in Performance Max for store goals
Google Ads UI showing store sales bidding in Performance Max with omnichannel goals
Selecting Store sales bidding in Performance Max with omnichannel goals

Why this matters?

  • Comprehensive Measurement: Enables holistic tracking of online and in-store sales, offering a complete picture of ad performance.
  • Optimized Bidding: Smart bidding capabilities optimize ads for store sales conversions, improving overall return on ad spend (ROAS).
  • Enhanced Insights: Aligns reporting methodologies to provide insights into store visit-to-purchase rates, helping advertisers refine their strategies.

Next Steps/Action Items

  • Implement Store Sales Measurement: Set up store sales reporting and bidding in Performance Max campaigns to track offline conversions.
  • Optimize Bidding Strategies: Use smart bidding to target both online and in-store sales, maximizing campaign efficiency and ROAS.
  • Analyze Performance Data: Monitor and analyze store visit-to-purchase rates to gain insights and adjust marketing strategies accordingly.

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