SmartDirectoryAI
This article explains the step-by-step process that governs how businesses and consumers interact with SmartDirectoryAI — from initial outreach to claiming a listing, and adding new businesses.
Updated 3 days ago
The Outreach Process is where contact with a business is first initiated.
Contact Initiation:
A potential business is contacted via email, phone, or other outreach methods.
Response Check:
If the business responds positively, they are guided to claim their listing.
If no response, they remain in a follow-up sequence.
Once a business engages with the system, they enter the Claiming Process.
Claim Page Access:
The business owner visits the claim page via link from outreach or organic discovery.
Log In or Sign Up:
The business owner logs in or signs up for your SmartDirectoryAI site.
Claim Request:
The business owner submits a claim request for their business lisiting.
Approval or Rejection:
Approved claims proceed to listing activation.
If rejected, the business is notified with next steps or correction requests.
Listing Activation:
The claimed listing goes live in the directory with owner-managed details.
When a business is not yet in the directory, users can add it via the Add New Business Form.
Form Completion:
A consumer or business submits the new business form with all required details.
Submission Review:
Admins verify the legitimacy and relevance of the business.
Approval or Rejection:
Approved businesses are added to the directory.
Rejected submissions receive an explanation or request for corrections.
Onboarding:
New businesses receive onboarding materials and upgrade options.
Ensures only verified and relevant businesses are listed.
Maintains data quality and accuracy.
Streamlines onboarding for both business owners and consumers.
Automates notifications and follow-ups to improve efficiency.