Nick Wilsdon

CEO/Founder, Torque

Session: Revolutionising Digital Marketing with Edge Computing
10:45 - 11:15, April 8th 2024, Track testing
 
In this presentation, we explore the potential of edge computing to transform the digital marketing landscape.

Edge computing enables data processing, analysis and response rewrites at the edge of the CDN network, using data contains within the Edge itself. This approach significantly reduce latency and improves response times. By harnessing the power of edge computing, digital marketers can deliver more personalised and engaging experiences to their customers, while also optimising their marketing campaigns in real-time. Edge Compute can give you almost unlimited power to manipulate and change user requests, allowing changes to be made outside the origin server. We’ll discuss the latest trends and use cases in edge computing for digital marketing, including how it can be used for redirects, content rewrites and data collection. We’ll also cover the key challenges and considerations for implementing edge computing in a marketing context, such as aligning Edge development with developer workflows, code management and commercial cases for adopting Edge compute within your organisation. This presentation is ideal for digital marketers, company leaders and any one interested in the latest technologies driving innovation in the marketing industry. In summary, this presentation will highlight the benefits of using edge computing in digital marketing and how it can help businesses to stay ahead of the curve in an increasingly competitive market. Attendees will gain insights into the practical applications of edge computing in marketing and leave with a better understanding of how this technology can help to drive business success.

Biography

Nick Wilsdon is a well-known digital marketing and SEO expert with over two decades of experience in the industry. He has worked with some of the world's leading brands and companies to develop successful digital marketing strategies and improve their online presence. Wilsdon's interest in digital marketing began in the late 1990s when he was working as a web designer. He quickly realized the importance of SEO in driving traffic to websites and began to specialize in the field. He worked for several digital agencies, as head of department, including Arena Media, Havas and Dentsu Aegis, before joining Vodafone as their Head of SEO in 2014. During his 7 years at Vodafone, Wilsdon was responsible for developing and implementing the company's global SEO strategy, which helped to significantly increase their online visibility and customer acquisition. After leaving Vodafone, Nick went onto work with eBay, retraining as an Edge Solutions Architect. Deciding to found his own company, he then went onto create Torque, a bespoke digital consultancy helping enterprise companies with combined revenues exceeding $170bn per year. Wilsdon has also been a prominent figure in the SEO community, regularly speaking at conferences and events around the world. He is known for his expertise in enterprise SEO, edge compute and Center of Excellence (CoE) SEO programs across multiple international markets.