Are Performance-Based Marketplaces the Solution to Digital Media’s Demise?

BuzzFeed. HuffPost. Vice. Those are just a few of the digital media darlings that have been forced to make significant cuts to their staffs since the start of the year. Many of these organizations were destined to hit a wall on their hyper-growth model as the profits simply couldn’t cover the costs of needing to contend with the likes of Facebook and Google, who not only compete for ad dollars but also consumer attention. The digital media world—once lauded as the future of media with custom publishing and native content consumption tied to pay-per-click advertising models and paywalls—has stumbled hard. While content is (still) king, a new approach to digital media—anchored by a deep understanding of customer intent—can drive the outcomes necessary to support a sustainable business model. Performance-driven marketplaces, designed to connect both buyers and sellers in the right venue at exactly the right time, provides a high-utility service for both groups. The reality is that buyers are better educated than ever before, investing the time to do their due diligence before making a significant purchasing decision. Demand Gen Report notes that 41% of buyers view three-to-five pieces of content before engaging with a sales rep and 77% of buyers did not speak with any salespeople until after they had educated themselves. Meanwhile, despite marketing budgets increasing, sales teams report finding new customers is getting harder. A performance-driven marketplace provides the... Continue reading at 'Folio Magazine'

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