If you ask marketers what drives ad performance, you’ll likely hear some version of: “It’s all about reaching the right target audience at the right time.” Targeting is one of the key elements in ad effectiveness, but maybe it’s not the holy grail we think it is. According to a February 2024 study by Advertiser […]
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Rethinking Audience Strategy: The Power of the Movable Middle While most strategies default to the extremes of acquisition or loyalty, a significant growth opportunity lies in between. The Movable Middle represents a high-potential segment of consumers with a 20–80% probability of purchasing a brand. They’re not guaranteed loyalists, but neither are they disengaged. Crucially, they’re
The Retail Media Network (RMN) space is no longer dominated solely by giants. In 2025, a growing number of mid-tier retailers are proving that collaboration, not just scale, can be a powerful differentiator. Why Collaboration Is Emerging Now With brands increasingly seeking audience reach, targeting precision, and performance transparency, mid-tier retailers often struggle to compete
Retail Media Networks are no longer confined to retailers’ owned websites and apps. In Q2 2025, we’re witnessing a bold expansion into offsite and multichannel environments that reflect how consumers actually shop—across screens, platforms, and moments. Why Offsite Matters More Than Ever Advertisers want to reach consumers earlier in the path to purchase, not just
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Ask any Vietnamese foodie and they’ll tell you: a great bowl of phở isn’t just soup. It’s a delicate balance of broth, herbs, noodles, and protein. Each layer contributes to something greater than the sum of its parts. Now imagine your marketing measurement strategy like that bowl of phở. When done right, it’s layered with
Marketing Measurement à la Phở, Layered, Rich and Just Right Read More »
As digital channels multiply and consumer behaviors diversify, marketers in Vietnam face increasing pressure to demonstrate clear business outcomes from their campaigns. Traditional reach-based attribution models, which emphasize impressions and broad exposure, are no longer sufficient in capturing the complexity of today’s customer journey. With interactions spread across social media, e-commerce, messaging platforms, and physical
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As digital channels multiply and consumer behaviors diversify, marketers in Vietnam face increasing pressure to demonstrate clear business outcomes from their campaigns. Traditional reach-based attribution models, which emphasize impressions and broad exposure, are no longer sufficient in capturing the complexity of today’s customer journey. With interactions spread across social media, e-commerce, messaging platforms, and physical
In today’s marketing landscape, fleeting attention is easy to earn. But lasting interest? That’s the real deal. It’s not enough to turn heads; the goal is to win hearts (and maybe a few shares too). Clicks are the digital equivalent of a wink across the room. Flattering? Absolutely. But if no one stays to chat,
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In today’s digital-first world, AI-powered personalization isn’t just expected—it’s essential. But true personalization goes far beyond inserting a name into an email or targeting an ad based on demographics. It’s about delivering the right experience, at the right time, in the right format—in a way that feels natural, not forced. In Part 2 of our
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The way we engage with information is fundamentally changing and conversational and visual Discovery is at the heart of this shift, driven by AI and user demand for more intuitive, context-rich experiences. In an era shaped by AI, people are no longer satisfied with simple keyword searches. They want conversations, context, and clarity—all delivered in
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