Moving beyond simple demographics, 2017 saw increased use of psychographic and behavioral data to reach users at specific points in their purchase journey. The Tech Stack:
In 2017, programmatic buying shifted from being a specialized "performance" tactic to becoming the primary engine of the digital advertising industry. This period was marked by rapid technological maturation and a significant shift in focus toward transparency and cross-channel integration. Core Mechanisms of 2017 Programmatic
By late 2016 and into 2017, programmatic spending was projected to more than double, growing from $19 billion to over $42 billion by 2020. Consumer-Centric Programmatic Advertising - ResearchGate
Used by advertisers to manage bids and budgets.