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Writer's pictureManan Sharma

AI Tools That Actually Help: A Professional Services Marketing Guide

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Generative AI (GenAI) is creating new opportunities in professional services marketing.


Firms are seeing their Chief Marketing Officers (CMOs) adopt AI to work smarter and serve clients better. This technology helps create custom experiences while saving valuable time, and driving productivity. Furthermore, if correctly adopted then companies can see an increase in revenue growth too.


Making Marketing Work Better


GenAI handles day-to-day tasks, letting marketing teams focus on bigger goals. Instead of spending hours on reports and data analysis, marketers can let AI handle these routine jobs. Boston Consulting Group found that 91% of marketing leaders saw better results when using GenAI in their work.


Practical AI Tools To Use


Microsoft Copilot, ChatGPT, Anthropic Claude, and Google Gemini are making marketing tasks easier. These tools help create content, understand market patterns, and sort audiences effectively. Microsoft Copilot works directly with Microsoft 365, making it the leading one among all. 


How Professional Services Use AI in Marketing


Professional services firms are using AI to improve their marketing in several ways:


  • Personal Touch: 67% of marketers use AI to customize content. A small B2B business, for example, can tailor emails to match each client's interests or attract the right prospects.

  • Better Insights: AI helps firms understand client/cold campaign data better, leading to improved services.

  • Content Creation: AI speeds up writing blogs, social posts, and newsletters while keeping quality high, so you do not need to rely on costly marketing agencies. 


Real Benefits


Beyond saving time, GenAI helps marketing teams work more accurately. Its ability to analyze client data leads to better decisions and strategies. This matters especially in professional services, where clients expect tailored, high-quality service. With AI handling routine work, marketing teams can spend more time on more billable work, and execute more precise campaigns to boost the company’s revenue.


Let's See How Microsoft Copilot Helps in Daily Marketing Work


Microsoft Copilot shows how AI fits naturally into marketing work. It helps teams using Microsoft 365 with planning, writing, research and more. By working within familiar tools like Word, Excel, and Teams, it makes daily tasks easier and helps teams get more done.


Task

Without AI

With Microsoft Copilot

Indicative Time Saved and Benefits

Campaign Planning

Manual planning and content brainstorming with team members.

Copilot suggests talking points, sets goals, and assigns tasks in Teams.

40% faster; ensures alignment across the team​.

Content Creation

Draft content from scratch and undergo multiple revisions.

Copilot provides SEO suggestions, drafts posts, and ensures content consistency.

50% faster; enhances engagement and consistency​.

Market Research

Research market trends manually and compile data into reports.

Copilot analyzes trends and provides insights, creating reports in Excel and PowerPoint.

35% faster; enables data-driven strategy decisions​.

Audience Segmentation

Segment audiences manually by reviewing customer data.

Copilot recommends segmentation options based on campaign goals.

30% faster; improves targeting for better ROI​.

Performance Tracking

Review campaign data and manually generate performance charts and metrics.

Copilot suggests charts and new data formulas in Excel, making tracking more efficient.

45% faster; facilitates data-driven optimization​.


Steps for Success with GenAI


For professional services firms to get the most out of GenAI, it’s important to take a few key steps:


  • Experiment with AI Tools

    Marketing leaders should encourage their teams to try different GenAI tools and find ways to use them effectively. This could mean using AI to help with market research or creating client materials more quickly.

  • Build a Strong AI Foundation

    Firms need to choose the right tools that can work across departments. This way, everyone in the firm can benefit from the technology, not just the marketing team.

  • Follow Responsible AI Practices

    Since AI can have risks, like data security issues, it’s important for firms to set guidelines. This ensures that GenAI is used safely and ethically, protecting both the firm and its clients.


In conclusion, AI Tools for Marketing offers groundbreaking opportunities for the professional services industry. By automating repetitive tasks, delivering personalized content, and providing deep insights into client needs, AI helps marketing teams work smarter, faster, and more effectively. 


ALTA Consulting is confident in these benefits that we guarantee a 25% boost in productivity—or your money back. Register for our upcoming webinar showcasing how you can leverage GenAI and see how you can achieve these benefits in your business!



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