The State of Measurement in Retail Media

Why Standardization May Not Be a Silver Bullet for Solving Retail Media’s Measurement Problem

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As retail media networks (RMNs) clamor for advertiser budgets, the channel’s measurement shortcomings are moving into the spotlight. Advertisers cite a lack of cross-platform standardization among their top RMN-related challenges, but an overcorrection on measurement could do more harm than good.
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As retail media networks (RMNs) in the US compete for advertising dollars, the channel’s measurement limitations are becoming increasingly evident. A key concern for advertisers is the lack of cross-platform consistency. But an overly aggressive focus on standardization could backfire.

Key Question: How is the lack of standardized measurement across RMNs affecting the channel’s growth trajectory?

Key Stat: Most US advertisers (55%) cite a lack of standardization across retail media platforms as the biggest RMN-related challenge.

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Sarah Marzano

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