Marketing partnership vs. internal marketing department

Portrait of Marco Zumoberhaus, Founder and CEO of Yoline, expert in marketing and digital transformation.
Marco Zumoberhaus
5.10.2024
Yoline Wolf and another wolf symbolically as an external marketing consultant vs. internal marketing department
In brief:

Imagine that you are faced with the challenge of setting up your company efficiently in marketing. What would be the best solution: An internal marketing department that manages day-to-day business, or a strategic marketing partnership that responds flexibly to your needs and opens up new potential for success? The truth is: It doesn't have to be either/or. Instead, you can benefit from both approaches by cleverly combining them. With Yoline as a strategic partner, you get the flexibility to make optimal use of your internal resources while using external expertise when needed. Together, we'll create a solution that moves your business forward — without rigid departments or superfluous structures.

Marketing partnership vs. internal marketing department: Which is better for your company?

First, you should critically ask yourself what your company really needs. Are you considering whether a external marketing partnership — as with the strategic transformation company Yolinewho has extensive entrepreneurial experience — or a internal marketing department is the better solution for you?

Because relatively soon you notice that apples are being compared with oranges here. An internal department is important to ensure ongoing business operations. But when it comes to to make a real difference in the long term, new Potential for success to develop and Processes more efficient Then a partnership with Yoline opens up completely new opportunities.

And unlike traditional consultations, which send you a 65-page analysis document to your inbox, Yoline goes with a hands-on mentality directly to work. We actively collaborate, transform, monitor and optimize — always with a focus on moving your business forward.

What does an internal marketing department offer — and what is often missing?

An internal marketing department has many advantages: Your team knows the processes, the products and the corporate culture. It can be reached quickly and is closely integrated into the organization. They can usually be used flexibly and actively help to strengthen the corporate culture. But what happens when capacities are exhausted or new, demanding projects are pending?

This is where the internal department often reaches its limits. flexibility becomes a problem when resources are scarce or specialized know-how is lacking. People often think in terms of established and well-known processes. A specialist in the field of design may simply not have the experience and holistic approach that a comprehensive new innovation project requires in the areas of marketing, communication or digitization. Nowadays, business members usually sit at the table on such projects. For example, with the planned integration of AI tools to increase efficiency. For example, the discussions and procedures at project meetings and follow-ups are different — goal-oriented and the wrong questions at the wrong time could create the wrong drive.

And that's exactly where a strategic marketing partnership comes in: It gives you the opportunity to flexibly access external expertise without inflating your internal costs. You can rely specifically on experienced professionals without making long-term commitments.

The solution: combination of internal department and marketing partnership

You don't have to choose between an internal team and an external partner. The best solution lies in the combination. Your internal marketing team is focused on day-to-day business while Yoline performs strategic tasks as an external partner. So you can Cross-channel management, agency management or implement specialized campaigns flexibly without overburdening your internal resources.

This means that at peak times or for extensive projects, you can access an experienced team that gets involved quickly and efficiently. Your internal team stays focused on day-to-day tasks, while Yoline's external specialists drive your strategic goals forward.

Cost-benefit analysis: What is really efficient?

The decision for a marketing partnership is often based on Cost-benefit analysis hit. Internal marketing personnel entail high fixed costs: Salaries, social security contributions and continuing education add up quickly. One marketing partnership On the other hand, it is flexible: You only pay for the services that you really need — and that exactly when you need them. That's right, the hourly rates are high, but be aware that the key people from the partner company are usually directly available to your company. It is not delegated and they guarantee you industry exclusivity - meaning that the partner company is prepared to massively reduce its target group by partnering with your brand.

With Yoline, you have full control over your budget. We not only offer you resource optimization, but also the security that you will only receive external support when you really need it. And the best thing about it: You don't have to commit yourself over the long term, but can work with us on a project basis or on a permanent basis.

Optimize resources and processes: A breath of fresh air for your marketing

Another problem that we often see in companies is the lack of optimization of internal processes. Many departments tend to rely on proven processes without regularly questioning them. This results in an inefficient use of resources.

One marketing partnership Brings a breath of fresh air to your company. At Yoline, we review existing structures and help you improve them. Whether it's about fine-tuning your agency management, the introduction of new Controlling methods Or you can optimize campaigns — with our support, you not only save time and money, but also increase the efficiency of your entire marketing processes.

And we don't listen to classical marketing on. At Yoline, we think outside the box and have a comprehensive expertise and many years of experience in entrepreneurship and also take care of often neglected areas such as internal marketing or sales strategies. Because what good is the best public image if your internal team is not fully motivated behind the marketing measures?

An example from practice

Imagine running a company that needs to be present on multiple channels to remain competitive. Your internal marketing team manages the basics, but when it comes to complex ones Cross-channel campaigns or the introduction of a new CRM-System goes, they reach their limits.

This is where Yoline could step in: We take over the strategic planning, implement the system and manage the campaign — all in close coordination with your internal team. After completing the project, you can decide whether you want to continue working with us or whether you want to use the new structures yourself. In any case, we leave behind a better-positioned marketing team and more efficient processes.

The result? You'll achieve significantly better results without overstraining your internal resources.

The formula for success: internal department plus marketing partnership

It's not about replacing your in-house marketing team. It is about providing targeted support and optimization of one's work through external expertise. At Yoline, we offer exactly the flexibility you need to be successful in an ever-changing market environment. Whether for short-term projects or as a long-term partner — we work with you on equal footing, optimize your resources and bring fresh ideas to your company.

Why a marketing partnership is the next logical step

With a marketing partnership like Yoline at your side, you benefit from more flexibility, better cost control and new strategic impulses. And most importantly: We don't think in terms of departments, but holistically. While your internal team has day-to-day business under control, we take care of the strategic goals and optimize your processes.

Areas such as internal marketing or Employer Branding, which are often overlooked, we bring them straight to the table. This ensures that your entire marketing strategy — both internal and external — is perfectly coordinated.

Why hesitate anymore? Discover how a marketing partnership with Yoline gives your business just the boost it needs.

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Frequently asked questions on the topic

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How does the design process work?

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Yoline marketing agency call-to-action arrow up in Yoline's corporate colors. Part of the corporate design of Yoline, the creative agency in Valais

The design process comprises several phases, from brainstorming to final implementation. Here are the essential steps:

  1. Briefing: Gather all necessary information about the project, the goals and the target group. At Yoline, we formulate these goals and briefings directly across channels in collaborative collaboration with our customers.
  2. Research: Analyze the market, the competition and the needs of the target group. In most cases, the results are already available in our target group analyses and in the integrated communication concept.
  3. Conception: Develop initial ideas and concepts that meet project goals and requirements. The design must comply with the requirements of the respective channels, otherwise the effect is severely lost today.
  4. Draft: Create initial drafts and designs that visualize the concepts. Potentially, these can already be pre-tested with a selected beta target group.
  5. Feedback and revision: Gather feedback from stakeholders, evaluate the results of the tests and revise the drafts accordingly.
  6. Finalization: Create the final designs and prepare them for implementation.
  7. Implementation: Implement the designs, whether in the form of printed materials, digital content, or physical products.
  8. Control: Controlling implementation by measuring success

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