Wojciech Polak

Whether it’s Google searches, site analytics, or device usage statistics, we collectively create 2.5 billion gigabytes of data every single day. By adopting a data-driven approach, companies can make better decisions, build deeper connections with their customers, and build better products.

However, the sheer volume of information can be disorientating, and it is easy to get lost in the noise. Fortunately, you’re not alone. In this article, we’ll be your guide to the world of data-driven strategies, and help you navigate your way through these deep waters.

What do a flint spear and your computer have in common? They’re both pieces of technology that have helped humans make their lives easier. No matter your job, you use some kind of technology to get it done. But often the case isn’t what technology you’re using, but how you use it. Let’s take a look at the tools that make marketers’ lives easier, and dive into the world of marketing technology.

Everyone loves a good challenge, but some are tougher to tackle than others. For marketers, the big one is the personalization paradox. 71% of consumers prefer personalized ad content, but 74% are also concerned about how advertisers are actually using their personal data. This creates a problem for marketers. They want to reach out to their customers with personalized content but often rely on tracking technologies that are considered invasive. Fortunately, there is an answer to this particular paradox. Brands can use data-driven strategy to leverage large anonymized datasets that provide rich personalization at scale without compromising on privacy.

Brand safety is something you’ll often hear marketers talk about, and at face value, it seems pretty simple. It’s all about the methods you can use to help to protect your brand from being damaged during the advertising process. However, once you ask marketers exactly how they protect your brand, things get a little more complicated.

To some, it might simply mean ensuring that messaging, imagery, or messenger doesn’t land you in hot water. For others, brand safety includes everything from what platforms you show your ads on to ensuring you’re not caught off guard by current events. To help you get to grips with this essential topic, this article will try to answer a crucial question: What is brand safety, and why should you care about it?