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Real Ad spend dashboard example

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Ad spend dashboard example overview

With this Cost/ ad spend dashboard example, you can monitor specific metrics such as cost per click, cost per acquisition, and return on ad spend. Segment the data by different marketing channels, ad campaigns, or target demographics. Evaluate the performance of each segment and identify areas for optimization.

You can easily share this dashboard with your team or clients via pdf, link, or email. By doing so, you can influence decision-making and collaborate more effectively. Present the data visually and highlight key insights to support your recommendations.

Answer questions like “Which ad campaigns have the highest cost per acquisition?” or “What is the return on ad spend for each marketing channel?” Analyze the data to determine the most effective strategies and allocate your budget accordingly. Optimize your advertising efforts based on the information provided by this dashboard.

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Customize the template’s metrics and dimensions as you like. See all available fields.

Metrics

Conversion metrics

– Conversion Rate
– Cost per Conversion
– Return on Investment (ROI)

Engagement metrics

– Click-through rate (CTR)
– Conversion rate
– Average session duration

Visibility metrics

– Impressions
– Click-through rate (CTR)
– Viewability rate

Dimensions

Campaign

– Campaign duration
– Target audience
– Advertisement platform

Audience

– Demographic breakdown
– Psychographic breakdown
– Behavior-based breakdown

Time

By hour, day, week, month, quarter, or year

Features

100% custom charts

White-label

Custom metrics​

All-time historical data

Schedule email alerts​

Filters

Interactive

Goals​

Data blending

FAQs

A cost/ad spend report should include a breakdown of metrics by visibility (e.g., impressions, reach), engagement (e.g., clicks, likes), and conversion metrics (e.g., conversions, revenue). The data should be segmented by campaign, channel, audience, content, objective, and date. For example, the report should provide the cost and number of conversions for each individual campaign, the cost per click for different channels, and the engagement rate for various audience segments.
To analyze Cost/ ad spend data, follow these steps: 1) Choose metrics: Break them down by visibility (impressions, reach), engagement (clicks, likes, shares), and conversion (conversions, ROI). 2) Add context: Compare costs to determine if they are within the set budget. Analyze data over specific date ranges or campaigns to identify trends and patterns. Benchmark against industry rates or competitor performance to assess effectiveness. 3) Segment data: Analyze data by campaign (e.g., Summer Sale, Holiday Promotion), channel (e.g., Facebook, Google Ads), audience (e.g., age, location), content (e.g., video, image), objective (e.g., brand awareness, lead generation), and date. For example, compare the ad spend and conversion rates of different Facebook campaigns over a month to identify the most cost-effective approach. Keep the analysis succinct, focusing solely on the key elements for decision-making.
To build an Ad Spend dashboard, 1) connect your data and accounts from platforms like Google Ads or Facebook Ads. 2) Select metrics such as cost per click, impressions, and conversion rate to monitor performance. 3) Segment or break down data by campaign, channel, audience, product, customer content, objective, and date for a detailed analysis. 4) Add filters or buttons for metrics like date range or campaign type to make your report interactive. 5) Share your dashboard via PDF, scheduled emails, or links for easy access.

An Ad spend dashboard is a visual representation of advertising expenditure data that helps businesses track their marketing budget, measure campaign performance, and optimize ad spend. It is significant for businesses as it aids in making informed decisions, improving ROI, and identifying cost-effective marketing strategies. Tools like Looker Studio are commonly used to create these dashboards, which typically include key elements like total ad spend, cost per click, cost per acquisition, and return on ad spend. Real-time data monitoring is crucial as it allows for immediate adjustments and improvements. For a detailed guide on creating a marketing dashboard using Looker Studio, visit our YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@porter.metrics.

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