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AD TARGETING IN A MULTI-SCREEN WORLD - SUMMARY

Core Content

This document explores the evolving landscape of mobile advertising and how device targeting can be leveraged to improve the effectiveness of advertising in a multi-device world. It outlines the importance of mobile advertising as the monetization engine for apps and mobile web, and discusses the technical and strategic considerations for targeting across different devices and user contexts.

Main Points

1. Mobile Advertising as a Key Revenue Source

• Mobile advertising is now a dominant force in digital advertising, with global spending projected to grow significantly.
• eMarketer estimates that mobile ad spend reached $68.69 billion in 2015 and is expected to grow to $195.55 billion by 2019.
• Mobile advertising is critical to the business models of platforms like Facebook, which tracks its success based on mobile ad performance.

2. Multi-Device Environment and Targeting Opportunities

• The number of connected devices is expected to grow rapidly, with 30 billion projected by 2020.
• Users often use second screens (smartphones and tablets) while watching TV, indicating a shift in behavioral context.
• Different device types (e.g., smartphones, tablets, wearables, TVs) provide unique user contexts that can be used to tailor advertising strategies.

3. Device Intelligence and Targeting Capabilities

• Device intelligence solutions provide detailed data such as:
  • Device type (e.g., smartphone, tablet, wearable)
  • Device make and model
  • Operating system and version
  • Screen size and resolution
  • Network connection type and bandwidth
  • GPS and WiFi location
  • Accelerometer and compass data
• These data points help optimize ad content, improve targeting accuracy, and enhance user experience.

4. Integration in Advertising Platforms

• Web advertising uses User Agent strings to identify device types and properties.
• In-app advertising requires device-specific data to be reported to ad exchanges, but lacks a standardized schema.
• Full-service platforms that support both in-app and web advertising benefit from using the same device intelligence platform, ensuring seamless targeting.

Key Information

Device Targeting Use Cases

• Campaign Management: Use real-time device data to build accurate and up-to-date targeting criteria.
• Ad Serving: Deliver the optimal ad format based on device capabilities (e.g., screen size, OS, bandwidth).
• Reporting & Analytics: Ensure accurate and consistent reporting across platforms and align with major commercial analytics tools.

Technology Requirements

• Speed: Rapid device identification is essential to handle billions of ad requests daily.
• Accuracy: Accurate device data is crucial for RTB success, as it directly impacts fill rates, click-through rates (CTR), and targeting effectiveness.

Real-Time Bidding (RTB)

• RTB is an industry standard for automating ad buying and optimizing ad inventory.
• RTB allows real-time bidding on ad impressions, using metadata including:
  • Device type and properties
  • User segmentation (e.g., age, gender, keywords)
  • Connection type and bandwidth
  • Geographic location
• The DeviceObject in RTB provides detailed device data to help advertisers make informed decisions.

Future of RTB

• The current RTB spec includes limited device types (mobile, tablet, PC, connected TV).
• There is a need to expand to include wearables, e-readers, and connected cars, as these new devices offer new targeting opportunities.
• DeviceAtlas is actively involved in shaping the future of RTB standards.

Conclusion

• Device diversity is set to continue growing, driven by Moore’s Law, cost reductions, technological innovation, and increased connectivity.
• Device targeting is not a challenge but an opportunity for advertisers and ad platforms to differentiate and optimize their strategies.
• Ad platforms that can effectively leverage device intelligence will be better positioned to adapt to the evolving advertising landscape and capitalize on new use cases.

Key Players and Tools

• IAB (Interactive Advertising Bureau): Develops industry standards and controls legislation.
• MMA (Mobile Marketing Association): Standardizes ad formats and sizes.
• DeviceAtlas: A leading device intelligence provider offering:
  • High-speed APIs
  • Accurate device detection
  • Support for campaign management, ad serving, and analytics
• OpenRTB: An open standard for RTB, used by 80+ companies to enable efficient ad marketplaces.

Integration Points

• Campaign Management: Leverage device data to create targeted campaigns.
• Ad Serving: Use device properties to optimize ad delivery.
• Reporting/Analytics: Ensure consistent and accurate reporting across platforms.

Final Note

The future of mobile advertising is bright, but it requires agility and adaptability to keep pace with the expanding device ecosystem. Companies that invest in device intelligence will be better equipped to maximize ROI and enhance user experience.