ION Directory (iGUIDE Operator Network)
How to join and optimize your profile in the ION Directory
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How to join and optimize your profile in the ION Directory
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The ION Directory (iGUIDE Operator Network) makes it easy for customers and Service Providers to find trusted local iGUIDE Pros.
What is the ION Directory? The ION Directory is a searchable platform that allows users to find iGUIDE Service Pros based on location and service offerings.
Why should you join the ION Directory? Being listed in the ION Directory means more potential business opportunities and better visibility for your services.
Here’s how it helps you: • More customers find you: Potential customers looking for an iGUIDE use the ION Directory to search for local iGUIDE Service Providers. • Get work through iGUIDE National Project Management: When national project requests come in, we at iGUIDE use the Directory to quickly identify and deploy local iGUIDE Service Providers to capture the data needed. • Tap into peer referrals: Other iGUIDE Pros use the Directory to find trusted providers when clients need a shoot in areas they don’t cover. • No extra effort needed: Set your profile once, and let it work for you - customers will come to you. • Stand out with a strong reputation: You can boost your visibility and credibility by connecting your Google Business Profile and collecting customer reviews and ratings. Tip: A complete, accurate profile helps you show up in relevant search results.
How to join the ION Directory 1. Go to and click "Join ION Directory" 2. Click on “Become and ION Member” 3. Enter your business email address (must match your iGUIDE Portal account email) 4. Click the secure link sent to your email to access your profile setup 5. Connect your Google Business Profile • Your profile must have a physical business address to maximize visibility • Don’t have one? Create your 6. Complete your profile details • Industry, service area, number of PLANIX camera systems, services offered 7. Submit for review — the iGUIDE team will verify before publishing
How search results work When customers search for service providers, results are based on: • Location: Providers within a 75-mile (120 km) radius of the search location are displayed • Job Type: Only providers offering the requested service appear • Ranking Factors: - Top Operator status - Google Star Rating - Number of Google Reviews - Distance from the search location Tip: Keep your Google Business Profile up to date and encourage satisfied clients to leave reviews - these directly impact your visibility in the directory.
Understanding the “Top Operator” Badge The Top Operator badge is awarded automatically each quarter to the top 100 iGUIDE Service Providers worldwide, based on the total square footage processed over the previous six months.
This badge boosts your ranking in the directory and helps customers identify high-performing providers.
Managing Directory Pins You can place pins on the global map to indicate where you provide services. Your number of pins must match the number of PLANIX camera systems you own.
Tip: Only place additional pins in regions you serve without extra travel fees, to ensure a great customer experience!
Get Started Create or update your ION Directory profile today and unlock the full potential of your iGUIDE business!
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