THE FUTURE OF TV PLANNING

18. 5. 2020 One of the questions I was asked at Mediatel’s recent Future of TV event was “Will more streaming mean a more diverse distribution landscape for ad-supported television, and how should advertisers think about the opportunity in this space?” or words to that effect. My answer in short was yes, and that I believe the opportunity was to identify… Continue reading THE FUTURE OF TV PLANNING

WHY NOW IS A GOOD MOMENT FOR BRANDS TO ADVERTISE ON TV

24. 4. 2020 Television audiences have gone through the roof because of the coronavirus lockdown, but will advertisers use the spike in engagement to drive brand-building campaigns, given the economic uncertainty? That is the billion dollar question, and according to Mike Shaw, Director of Advertising Sales at Roku, the answer should be ‘yes’. He has a long list of … Continue reading WHY NOW IS A GOOD MOMENT FOR BRANDS TO ADVERTISE ON TV

TOTAL TV BRINGS THE BEST ROI – A STUDY BY SCREENFORCE FINLAND

10. 4. 2020 This week’s egtabite features an in-depth ROI study of the Finnish market – conducted by Screenforce Finland, the national TV trade body and Sellforte, an independent tech company specialised in granular marketing ROI measurements  – which proves that Total TV (in this case meaning linear and online, with no programmatic) brings the highest incremental sales in the… Continue reading TOTAL TV BRINGS THE BEST ROI – A STUDY BY SCREENFORCE FINLAND

UK; US: GREATER MEDIA CONSUMPTION LIKELY TO SUSTAIN AFTER COVID-19

7. 4. 2020 An overview of the long-term change in consumer media habits after the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak in the UK and US. At least half of those who are spending longer consuming media say they plan to continue to do so after the outbreak ends. Online video content shows the strongest staying power – 78% of… Continue reading UK; US: GREATER MEDIA CONSUMPTION LIKELY TO SUSTAIN AFTER COVID-19

BRANDS IN A PANDEMIC WORLD: INSIGHTS FROM KANTAR’S COVID-19 BAROMETER

27. 3. 2020 New research from Kantar uncovers how people’s media habits, attitudes and expectations can guide brands’ strategy during the coronavirus pandemic in order to remain afloat now and to bounce back once the worst has passed. The findings detailed in the first instalment of the research company’s COVID-19 Barometer, are based on a survey of more than… Continue reading BRANDS IN A PANDEMIC WORLD: INSIGHTS FROM KANTAR’S COVID-19 BAROMETER

5 WAYS CORONAVIRUS IS CHANGING OUR VIEWING HABITS

25. 3. 2020 What has changed in how people consume media, and what does it mean for advertisers? With many countries introducing full or partial lockdowns, millions of us are spending more time at home in order to slow the spread of coronavirus. Using data from Kantar’s currency audience measurement and advertising intelligence services, we have identified some… Continue reading 5 WAYS CORONAVIRUS IS CHANGING OUR VIEWING HABITS

TV VIEWERS JUST WANT EASE OF ACCESS TO CONTENT

2. 3. 2020 Even though the range of services and devices for watching TV has proliferated in recent years, broadcast networks and advertisers should be aware that most viewers don’t care about the technology provided they get to watch what they want. About three-quarters (74%) of global TV viewers, rising to 76% of Australians, feel this way, leading a… Continue reading TV VIEWERS JUST WANT EASE OF ACCESS TO CONTENT

WHAT DOES TV MEAN TO PEOPLE WORLDWIDE

14. 2. 2020 The TV viewing experience has been changing drastically in the last years, especially with the rise of streaming services and all new devices for accessing them. The way audiences consume TV daily is constantly evolving. Therefore, there is a rising need for most recent figures that precisely show people’s viewing behaviour. This week’s egtabite puts the… Continue reading WHAT DOES TV MEAN TO PEOPLE WORLDWIDE

FIVE EXPERTS ON BRANDING: YES, IT’S CRITICAL AND TV IS THE KEY

13. 2. 2020 If you’re like me, then your LinkedIn feed has been all about the resurgence of branding and traditional media recently. Companies such as Amazon, Facebook, and Google began 2020 with Super Bowl ads. Executives from adidas admit having prioritized activation over branding, saying they were focused on the wrong metrics because of their responsibility to shareholders. Lately, even experts… Continue reading FIVE EXPERTS ON BRANDING: YES, IT’S CRITICAL AND TV IS THE KEY

VIDEO PROVIDERS STEP UP PODCASTING GAME

12. 2. 2020 Recognizing that podcasts are a powerful companion to video, a growing number of linear and digital video services are creating podcasts that align with their audiences’ tastes. The podcasts cover everything from reality TV stars to history lessons to even iconic sci-fi shows, such as Battlestar Galactica. In a sea of 800,000 podcasts, these video companies’… Continue reading VIDEO PROVIDERS STEP UP PODCASTING GAME

WHY TV ADVERTISING IS STILL THE DRIVING FORCE BEHIND AUTO SALES

3. 2. 2020 A multi-platform approach is essential in successfully targeting auto buyers. But it’s important to remember that, when it comes to reaching those potential buyers, TV advertising still tops the list. If your auto client is considering scaling back on their television media buy, then they’re in danger of missing out on the most important aspect of… Continue reading WHY TV ADVERTISING IS STILL THE DRIVING FORCE BEHIND AUTO SALES

LINDSEY CLAY: 6 TV MYTHS THAT NEED TO BE DEBUNKED

20. 1. 2020 It’s a new decade. Or is it? It depends on how you like your decades. Is the old one finished or is that not until the end of 2020? ‘Who cares you pedantic twat, Clay?’ you might ask. Fair enough, but 2020 is certainly a good moment to reflect. And why not reflect on some of the… Continue reading LINDSEY CLAY: 6 TV MYTHS THAT NEED TO BE DEBUNKED

TV THE ‘LEAST RISKY’ FORM OF ADVERTISING, FINDS NEW RESEARCH

21. 11. 2019 While return on investment varies depending on the brand and campaign, linear TV and broadcaster video-on-demand show up to three times less variance than other media. TV is the “least risky” form of advertising, providing the most consistent return on investment when compared to other media channels, according to new research. The study, conducted by… Continue reading TV THE ‘LEAST RISKY’ FORM OF ADVERTISING, FINDS NEW RESEARCH

THE AGE OF SHOPPABLE TV ADS, ON A MASS SCALE, HAS ARRIVED

29. 10. 2019 Advertisers — and NBC Universal parent Comcast — will no doubt rejoice. After testing shoppable ads starting back in May, in linear programming including “Today” (Walmart), the French Open (Lacoste), the Tour de France (Zwift) and “Songland” (Roli), NBCU is rolling out the QSR-driven format across its lifestyle and unscripted programming. The ShoppableTV technology, created… Continue reading THE AGE OF SHOPPABLE TV ADS, ON A MASS SCALE, HAS ARRIVED

PARADOX: STREAMING WARS WILL BE GREAT FOR TV ADVERTISERS

14. 10. 2019 We’re in the midst of the streaming wars, as Netflix, Amazon Prime, Hulu and a host of smaller players like Tubi, Fubo and CBS All Access fight to win new streaming video subscribers. The battle is escalating, with new entrants from Disney (Disney+), AT&T’s WarnerMedia (HBOMax), Apple (TV+) and Comcast/NBCUniversal (Peacock). All of them want… Continue reading PARADOX: STREAMING WARS WILL BE GREAT FOR TV ADVERTISERS

WIEMER SNIJDERS SPOKE AT THE TV ON THE MOVE CONFERENCE

10. 10. 2019 Traditionally, early October saw a conference of the Association of Commercial Television intended primarily for advertisers and media agencies. The key topic of the TV ON THE MOVE conference was the TV development in the post-linear era when TV is no longer and will never be just a screen in the living room. This year, AKTV hosted… Continue reading WIEMER SNIJDERS SPOKE AT THE TV ON THE MOVE CONFERENCE

THE GOLDEN AGE… OF COMPLEXITY: REDUCING FRICTION IN THE TV ADVERTISING ECOSYSTEM

9. 10. 2019 As viewers, you probably agree that we’ve never had more options when deciding what content to watch, which device to watch it on, or how to access it. Consumers are living in a golden age of television, no matter how TV is now defined. The flipside for all of us working in the industry is that this New TV… Continue reading THE GOLDEN AGE… OF COMPLEXITY: REDUCING FRICTION IN THE TV ADVERTISING ECOSYSTEM

CONNECTED TV AD SPEND IS GROWING BUT THERE ARE STILL PLENTY OF CHALENGES

8. 10. 2019 Connected TV ad spending is increasing significantly, but it still faces issues when it comes to the fragmentation of inventory, lack of standardized measurements, frequency capping and ad fraud. In our newest report on US digital video, we look at connected TV’s limitations and what leaders in the industry think. An ad buyer considering connected TV has… Continue reading CONNECTED TV AD SPEND IS GROWING BUT THERE ARE STILL PLENTY OF CHALENGES