What is Programmatic advertising?

Programmatic advertising is the automated process of buying and selling digital ad space in real-time, using software, algorithms, and data to target specific audiences more effectively. Instead of manually negotiating with publishers to place ads on websites, programmatic systems use real-time bidding (RTB) and other automated processes to purchase ad inventory across various digital channels (websites, apps, social media, etc.).

Key Components:

1. Demand-Side Platforms (DSPs): Allow advertisers to buy digital ad space automatically, targeting specific audiences based on various factors (demographics, interests, behaviour
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2. Supply-Side Platforms (SSPs): Help publishers manage, sell, and optimize their available ad space through an automated auction process.

3. Real-Time Bidding (RTB): Ads are bought and sold in real-time, typically in milliseconds, based on the value of the impressions and targeting parameters set by the advertiser.

4. Ad Exchanges: Digital marketplaces where buyers (advertisers) and sellers (publishers) meet to trade ad inventory programmatically.

5. Data Management Platforms (DMPs): Collect and analyze audience data to help advertisers refine their targeting strategies for more personalized ad delivery.

Benefits of Programmatic Advertising:

• Efficiency and Speed: Automates the ad-buying process, making it faster and more efficient.
  
  
• Precise Targeting: Uses data and algorithms to deliver ads to specific audiences, reducing waste and increasing relevance.
  
  
• Scalability: Advertisers can reach large audiences across multiple platforms and devices.
  
  
• Real-Time Optimization: Advertisers can adjust campaigns on the fly based on performance data.