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Branding firms are popularly thought of as creating brands. The truth is, we spend a good deal of our time rationalizing them. We call this disciplinebrand architecture.As the term implies, brand architecture defines the structure of brands within a portfolio, and so it is closely related to portfolio strategy...

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Brand Architecture – Streamline. Simplify. Amplify.

Branding firms are popularly thought of as creating brands. The truth is, we spend a good deal of our time rationalizing them. We call this disciplinebrand architecture.As the term implies, brand architecture defines the structure of brands within a portfolio, and so it is closely related to portfolio strategy...

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In August 2020, The Global Action Plan cited polling results suggesting that the UK public wants to see government encourage car manufacturers to produce more Electric Vehicles (EVs). It would stand to reason that given the focus on their children, parents would be eager to invest in a form of transport that ensures the safety of future generations. But how do parents feel about the prospect of switching to EVs and abandoning their trusty family SUVs?

James Moretti

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What is freedom? SUVs versus EVs

In August 2020, The Global Action Plan cited polling results suggesting that the UK public wants to see government encourage car manufacturers to produce more Electric Vehicles (EVs). It would stand to reason that given the focus on their children, parents would be eager to invest in a form of transport that ensures the safety of future generations. But how do parents feel about the prospect of switching to EVs and abandoning their trusty family SUVs?

James Moretti

COVID-19 and disease names like it lack clarity, which leads to their inconsistent use in communications. What can we do from a naming perspective to prevent confusion around the next virus that goes global?

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How to name future global diseases

COVID-19 and disease names like it lack clarity, which leads to their inconsistent use in communications. What can we do from a naming perspective to prevent confusion around the next virus that goes global?

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The concept of “purpose-driven” brands has developed into a mainstay term over the past few years as consumers become more attuned to what companies really stand for. But what motivates consumers to seek brands that are similar to themselves and their values?

Karli Buescher

S+G Blog

Cognitive dissonance and purpose-driven brands

The concept of “purpose-driven” brands has developed into a mainstay term over the past few years as consumers become more attuned to what companies really stand for. But what motivates consumers to seek brands that are similar to themselves and their values?

Karli Buescher

This article originally appeared in B2B Marketing. For too long, companies have struggled to place a dollar value on their brands. A new methodology for ascertaining brand value is required—and … Continued

Brian Rafferty

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The future of branding: A better way to assess brand ROI

This article originally appeared in B2B Marketing. For too long, companies have struggled to place a dollar value on their brands. A new methodology for ascertaining brand value is required—and … Continued

Brian Rafferty

There’s no shortage of lessons communicators can extract from the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, but one really stands out. Simple communication wins the days. The underlying principles that guide effective communications in times of great urgency apply in more ordinary times as well.

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Simple communications are crucial now—and always

There’s no shortage of lessons communicators can extract from the ongoing COVID-19 crisis, but one really stands out. Simple communication wins the days. The underlying principles that guide effective communications in times of great urgency apply in more ordinary times as well.

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Whether your business model is shifting, you’re undergoing a merger or acquisition or you’re trying to reach a new audience, chances are your company will need to revisit its brand. When CEOs contemplate a considerable challenge such as a rebrand, they tend to focus on the exhilarating first half of the marathon — a new name to signal change or an impressive new visual identity. But it’s the second half of the race that is the most critical and requires as much — if not more — attention.

Lisa Kane

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An open letter to a CEO: Considerations for rebranding

Whether your business model is shifting, you’re undergoing a merger or acquisition or you’re trying to reach a new audience, chances are your company will need to revisit its brand. When CEOs contemplate a considerable challenge such as a rebrand, they tend to focus on the exhilarating first half of the marathon — a new name to signal change or an impressive new visual identity. But it’s the second half of the race that is the most critical and requires as much — if not more — attention.

Lisa Kane

In SMPL Q+A, we interview Siegel+Gale practitioners on all things relevant to branding, design and simplicity. Here, we explore our rebranding work for Superscript, a trusted insurance provider for small businesses across … Continued

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From Digital Risks to Superscript: Becoming a global leader in business insurance

In SMPL Q+A, we interview Siegel+Gale practitioners on all things relevant to branding, design and simplicity. Here, we explore our rebranding work for Superscript, a trusted insurance provider for small businesses across … Continued

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In a world facing disruption on multiple fronts, auditory elements also offer marketers versatility to sync with rapidly changing preferences and environments. From identity systems to product design and brand engagement, staying ahead of the curve will require brands to leap into a dimension not only of sight but of sound and mind.

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The sound of simplicity: Why sonic branding is vital for a connected experience

In a world facing disruption on multiple fronts, auditory elements also offer marketers versatility to sync with rapidly changing preferences and environments. From identity systems to product design and brand engagement, staying ahead of the curve will require brands to leap into a dimension not only of sight but of sound and mind.

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The Washington Redskins made the right decision to move away from a name perceived as racist. Other professional sports teams are now mulling their next play. Our group director of naming, Aaron Hall, explains why and how these teams can score a big win by progressing forward.

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Braves, Indians, Blackhawks and Chiefs: What these teams should do right now about their brands

The Washington Redskins made the right decision to move away from a name perceived as racist. Other professional sports teams are now mulling their next play. Our group director of naming, Aaron Hall, explains why and how these teams can score a big win by progressing forward.

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