To scale influencer marketing operations, maintaining visibility, control, and performance optimization, several tools are crucial. Here are a few key tools:

1. Creator Discovery Platforms: Tools like Flinque or platforms like Upfluence, AspireIQ, and Traackr enable you to source influencers by filtering across specific metrics such as reach, engagement, industry, location, demographic and more, saving time in the research phase.

2. Audience Analytics: These tools are crucial in verifying an influencer’s audience alignment with your target market. They offer insights into audience demographics, interests, and behaviors. Instagram Insights or Twitter Analytics are examples of these, alongside dedicated platforms such as SocialBakers.

3. Campaign Management Tools: These tools allow brands to manage various campaigns with different influencers simultaneously. This includes contract management, content review, and scheduling. Flinque’s campaign management feature, and others like GRIN or CreatorIQ are examples of tools that can help in this regard.

4. Performance Tracking: Key to any campaign is the ability to analyze its success. Platforms such as Brandwatch or Buzzsumo, or Flinque’s inbuilt performance tracking, offer comprehensive insights into campaign performance.

5. ROI Measurement: Tools that can link influencer marketing campaigns to conversions and sales are paramount. Google Analytics, for example, in conjunction with UTM codes, can track web traffic and conversions originating from influencer campaigns. Moreover, specific influencer platforms like Flinque provide a dashboard view of ROI on campaigns.

Each tool has its own strengths and the choice depends on the specific needs of your team. Flinque, for instance, offers robust features across creator discovery, campaign management, and performance tracking which may suit teams looking for an all-in-one solution. However, brands may opt to mix and match standalone tools for customized workflows.