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From Bottleneck to Breakthrough: Simplifying Programmatic for Agencies

The biggest bottleneck in agencies today isn’t demand—it’s fulfillment.   Agencies know how to sell programmatic.  Clients are asking for it. The opportunity is there.  But scaling it across multiple clients?   That’s where things break.  The Hidden Problem Slowing Agency Growth  On the surface, programmatic looks like a growth engine. In reality, it often becomes an operational burden.  Most agencies run into the same issues:  Too many platforms  Managing multiple DSPs, channels, and reporting tools creates fragmentation and inefficiency.  Too much manual work  Campaign setup, trafficking, optimization, and reporting quickly become time-consuming and resource-heavy.  Not enough backend support  Even strong teams hit a ceiling. Without the right infrastructure, execution slows and growth stalls.   The result?  Agencies either avoid selling programmatic altogether—or struggle to deliver it consistently.     Why Programmatic Feels So Hard to Scale  Programmatic wasn’t built with agencies in mind.  It was built for:  So when agencies try to adopt it, they’re forced into a difficult choice:  Neither option is efficient. And both create friction that limits growth.     A Simpler Way Forward  What if programmatic didn’t have to be complex?  What if it could be reduced to something simple, repeatable, and scalable?  That’s where the shift happens—from bottleneck to breakthrough.     Programmatic, Simplified: 3 Steps  We’ve reduced the entire process into three clear steps:     1. Set It Up  Define your audience, budget, and campaign strategy.  We handle:  No platform expertise required. No complicated onboarding.     2. Submit the IO  You send the insertion order—we take it from there.  We handle:  No delays. No operational drag.     3. Track Performance  You get real-time reporting that actually makes sense.  We provide:  Clear visibility. Confident conversations with your clients.     What This Unlocks for Agencies  When you remove the complexity, everything changes.  Agencies can now:     From CTV to Full Programmatic—Without the Complexity  This isn’t just about one channel.  With the right system in place, agencies can offer:  Full programmatic opportunities—without the operational burden.     The Bottom Line 

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COAST TECHNOLOGY WINS PRESTIGIOUS AWARD FOR INNOVATION IN NEW/EMERGING/EXPERIMENTAL MEDIA

MANDEVILLE, LA — [April 15, 2025] — Coast Technology is proud to announce it has been awarded the prestigious Planning and Buying Award in the New/Emerging/Experimental Media category for its innovative Curtis Trailer CTV campaign, created for CurtisTrailer Sales. The Planning and Buying Awards recognize excellence in media strategy, innovation, and effectiveness. Coast Technology’s win places it alongside top-tier brands and agencies recognized this year — including, T-Mobile, Mediahub for Netflix, Starcom for Best Buy, andLa-Z-Boy — showcasing the firm’s capability to compete and lead at the highest level in the media industry. The winning campaign exemplified Coast Technology’s strategic and data-driven approach to media planning, leveraging Connected TV (CTV) to maximize engagement, conversions, and ROI. By targeting high-impact morning news programming like Fox & Friends and Morning Joe, the campaign achieved 35% to 40% higher conversion rates compared to standard placements. ‍Engagement soared even higher during live sports content, where the campaign drove a 35.4% conversion rate, with select events reaching up to 42% audience engagement. Coast Technology’s optimization of budget distribution and multi-network exposure contributed to an 85% increase in conversions, underscoring the impact of smart, experimental media buying. “We’re honored to receive the Planning and Buying Award,” said Rich DeLancey, CIO and Co-Founder of Coast Technology. “This recognition validates our commitment to results-driven strategy, advanced data integration, and fearless experimentation in emerging media spaces.” View the full list of winners and finalists here: MediaPost’s Planning and Buying Awards 2025 ‍Campaign Credits‍Kim Hutton – Sr. Account Manager, Coast TechnologyArthur Elwin – Sr. Programmatic Specialist, Coast TechnologyChristian Maher – Division Director, Data and Development, Coast TechnologyRich DeLancey – CIO / Co-Founder, Coast Technology ‍Contact InformationLiz MartinChief Marketing Officer, Coast Technology

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From Bottleneck to Breakthrough: Simplifying Programmatic for Agencies

The biggest bottleneck in agencies today isn’t demand—it’s fulfillment.   Agencies know how to sell programmatic.  Clients are asking for it. The opportunity is there.  But scaling it across multiple clients?   That’s where things break.  The Hidden Problem Slowing Agency Growth  On the surface, programmatic looks like a growth engine. In reality, it often becomes an operational burden.  Most agencies run into the same issues:  Too many platforms  Managing multiple DSPs, channels, and reporting tools creates fragmentation and inefficiency.  Too much manual work  Campaign setup, trafficking, optimization, and reporting quickly become time-consuming and resource-heavy.  Not enough backend support  Even strong teams hit a ceiling. Without the right infrastructure, execution slows and growth stalls.   The result?  Agencies either avoid selling programmatic altogether—or struggle to deliver it consistently.     Why Programmatic Feels So Hard to Scale  Programmatic wasn’t built with agencies in mind.  It was built for:  So when agencies try to adopt it, they’re forced into a difficult choice:  Neither option is efficient. And both create friction that limits growth.     A Simpler Way Forward  What if programmatic didn’t have to be complex?  What if it could be reduced to something simple, repeatable, and scalable?  That’s where the shift happens—from bottleneck to breakthrough.     Programmatic, Simplified: 3 Steps  We’ve reduced the entire process into three clear steps:     1. Set It Up  Define your audience, budget, and campaign strategy.  We handle:  No platform expertise required. No complicated onboarding.     2. Submit the IO  You send the insertion order—we take it from there.  We handle:  No delays. No operational drag.     3. Track Performance  You get real-time reporting that actually makes sense.  We provide:  Clear visibility. Confident conversations with your clients.     What This Unlocks for Agencies  When you remove the complexity, everything changes.  Agencies can now:     From CTV to Full Programmatic—Without the Complexity  This isn’t just about one channel.  With the right system in place, agencies can offer:  Full programmatic opportunities—without the operational burden.     The Bottom Line 

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COAST TECHNOLOGY WINS PRESTIGIOUS AWARD FOR INNOVATION IN NEW/EMERGING/EXPERIMENTAL MEDIA

MANDEVILLE, LA — [April 15, 2025] — Coast Technology is proud to announce it has been awarded the prestigious Planning and Buying Award in the New/Emerging/Experimental Media category for its innovative Curtis Trailer CTV campaign, created for CurtisTrailer Sales. The Planning and Buying Awards recognize excellence in media strategy, innovation, and effectiveness. Coast Technology’s win places it alongside top-tier brands and agencies recognized this year — including, T-Mobile, Mediahub for Netflix, Starcom for Best Buy, andLa-Z-Boy — showcasing the firm’s capability to compete and lead at the highest level in the media industry. The winning campaign exemplified Coast Technology’s strategic and data-driven approach to media planning, leveraging Connected TV (CTV) to maximize engagement, conversions, and ROI. By targeting high-impact morning news programming like Fox & Friends and Morning Joe, the campaign achieved 35% to 40% higher conversion rates compared to standard placements. ‍Engagement soared even higher during live sports content, where the campaign drove a 35.4% conversion rate, with select events reaching up to 42% audience engagement. Coast Technology’s optimization of budget distribution and multi-network exposure contributed to an 85% increase in conversions, underscoring the impact of smart, experimental media buying. “We’re honored to receive the Planning and Buying Award,” said Rich DeLancey, CIO and Co-Founder of Coast Technology. “This recognition validates our commitment to results-driven strategy, advanced data integration, and fearless experimentation in emerging media spaces.” View the full list of winners and finalists here: MediaPost’s Planning and Buying Awards 2025 ‍Campaign Credits‍Kim Hutton – Sr. Account Manager, Coast TechnologyArthur Elwin – Sr. Programmatic Specialist, Coast TechnologyChristian Maher – Division Director, Data and Development, Coast TechnologyRich DeLancey – CIO / Co-Founder, Coast Technology ‍Contact InformationLiz MartinChief Marketing Officer, Coast Technology

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