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In-Store Retail Media: Definitions and Measurement Standards

  • Free
  • Intermediate
  • IAB & IAB Europe

A common definition and measurement framework for in-store screens, zones and retail-media formats.

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Time to complete
~30–45 min
Level
Intermediate
Certificate
No

Overview

IAB and IAB Europe’s In-Store Retail Media: Definitions and Measurement Standards establishes common language and measurement expectations for the fast-growing in-store media category. It covers unified definitions, measurement standards, ad-format guidance and store zones. For DOOH advertisers, the document is valuable because retail screens increasingly sit at the intersection of OOH, shopper marketing and commerce media, where inconsistent terminology can make campaign comparison difficult.

What You'll Learn

  • Use standardized in-store media terminology
  • Understand the role of store zones in planning
  • Recognize core measurement expectations
  • Compare in-store retail networks more consistently
  • Connect in-store DOOH with wider retail-media standards

Highlights

  • Joint IAB and IAB Europe standard
  • Published in December 2024
  • Focused on comparability and measurement
  • Important for retail DOOH buyers

Who It's For

Best for

  • CPG advertisers
  • Retail-media teams
  • Agencies buying in-store screens
  • Measurement specialists

Before you start

  • Basic retail-media or DOOH knowledge

Access

Cost
Free
Format
Standard
Time to complete
~30–45 min
Certificate
No
Hands-on
Yes — practical/reference

Free to access

IAB & IAB Europe~30–45 min

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Topics Covered

  • Retail Media
  • Measurement
  • DOOH
  • Standards

FAQ

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What is In-Store Retail Media: Definitions and Measurement Standards?

In-Store Retail Media: Definitions and Measurement Standards is a standard from IAB & IAB Europe focused on retail media, measurement, dooh. A common definition and measurement framework for in-store screens, zones and retail-media formats.

Is In-Store Retail Media: Definitions and Measurement Standards free?

Yes. It is listed here as free.

What level is In-Store Retail Media: Definitions and Measurement Standards for?

It is best treated as a intermediate resource. The prerequisites above describe the background that will make it easiest to use.

How long does In-Store Retail Media: Definitions and Measurement Standards take?

Plan for ~30–45 min. For reference resources, use it as needed rather than reading everything in one sitting.

What will I learn from In-Store Retail Media: Definitions and Measurement Standards?

The main outcomes are the practical skills and concepts listed in the What You’ll Learn section above.

Sources

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  1. IAB & IAB Europe - industry associationIn-Store Retail Media: Definitions and Measurement Standardsiab.com (opens in a new tab)

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