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  • Sep 23

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  • Sep 3

    Innovation is the implementation of selected new ideas, such as products, services, tools, processes, practices, in short, anything that is useful and of value to what is being used in everyday life.

    Innovation in the world of franchising in many respects corresponds to the initiative of a company and the process of adaptation of other brands participating in the same line.

    In this regard, two of the appealed strategies to counteract the “law of the pioneer, which causes innovation is the adaptation and increasing value and resistance to tradition, the excuse that he made”.

    For much of what is done in this market, innovation and spectacle are crucial aid to the commercial success of a franchise, therefore, be taken into account that innovation and adaptation process are very important factors in this case.

    To innovate is to consider objectively what we worked before, or so far, and can improve, or resolve. However, the willingness to change is important. You must be aware that innovation is an engine that involves all people, especially in the company. Since the trigger on the phenomenon of innovation is always a point of departure “pivot” and then everything else moves.

    Innovate is a very serious approach, appealing to the virtuous circle of franchising, Innovation comes much to research and development is done with commitment.

    The term innovation has a strong connection with the concept of time, but the interesting question of the day would be.

    When innovate?

    “Innovate when you can” would be a rude response, but is most successful. The innovation involves a profound ID, dedicated and committed to the benefit to the customer and the company itself, considering that there is a franchisee that placed their confidence in our concept implies the benefit of involving him as a mainstay.

    You can not innovate in any way if not what is being DOMINA innovate. It should be clear that innovation by necessity rather than whim. The fad is not one who is perceived as changes in the way because the way it is attention to detail and, thus, is how the samples were beginning to master in what is offered in the market, designs, ergonomic issues and many other events perceived as mere form at the time to innovate, not whims.

    Is it necessary to innovate?

    Yes, yes it is. A franchise is a consolidated picture of success and harmony, the momentum, the entrepreneurial drive; a whole set of values which route to personal fulfillment.

    The problem is the willingness to innovate. This is another equally solid foundation is: Do we want to repeat what we know with certainty that no longer works?

    Adapt or die

    To innovate is not enough research and development, it remains a discriminatory process of adaptation of all agents in the environment of the franchise, those who decided to invest in the business for the processes, consumers who will now discuss how innovation, attitude of the franchiser, advertising that will strengthen the pace and positioning for the brand, innovation costs, finally, in the phenomenon of consolidation innovation does not arise in the fact of “renewed” but to adapt and continue .

  • Jul 7

    What is branding?

    The creative services industry has a lot to answer for! Unfortunately there is a huge amount of confusion surrounding branding!

    Much of the confusion stems from two scenarios: branding consultants with a limited understanding of marketing, and; advertising and marketing consultants with a limited understanding of branding. Consequently the industry has confused audiences by coining often self-contradictory buzz-words and using them superficially or out of context. Not surprisingly the marketplace is left confused and sceptical.

    We have attempted to create some clarity through concise definitions within a consistent frame of reference – a difficult task given to the sheer volume of confusion and misunderstanding that surrounds the topic.

    Our definition of Branding is “the process of creating, maintaining, clarifying or changing a brand.

    It’s as simple as that.

    Branding encompasses much more than the visual realm. It’s the process of influencing the perception of a business or product, and any sensory experience can be used as a branding opportunity. Audible and emotional communication are very much part of the process, and can play a significant role in forming an impression of the company. In competitive environments, or to position themselves as an industry leader, smart businesses harness the impact of all interactions with consumers to differentiate themselves from their competitors and influence consumer perception.

    Some interactions or “touch-points” will have a greater impact than others, and some companies decide to sacrifice certain branding opportunities to meet real or self-imposed budgetary constraints. Better to implement some level of strategic branding than none at all.

    Why branding

    Branding is a powerful and sustainable high-level marketing strategy used to create or influence a brand. It is used to generate a perception of, and thus a response in relation to, a product or company.

    The power of perception (a brand) can positively influence buying decision/s by:

    * creating an affinity or emotional connection with the consumer
    * providing justification for paying a premium price for a service or product
    * creating loyalty to the product or organisation
    * demonstrating the quality and benefits of a service or product and the company behind it

    Acquiring more loyal customers (who are happy to pay a premium price) is what many successful businesses strive for, and that’s what the marketing strategy called “branding” is all about.

    How can your business benefit from this thing called branding?

    Branding creates a brand – and you are branding your business or product whether you realise it or not. The question is “what perception are you allowing prospective customers to form, and is that perception costing you sales by giving them the wrong impression in relation to your competitors”?

    High quality strategic branding creates competitive advantage by:

    * creating a positive perception in the minds of target customers (and staff)
    * positioning and differentiating you in relation to your competitors
    * relating to and positively influencing customer buying decisions
    * developing, managing, and building the value of your brand
    * making it difficult for competitors to match your professionalism or positioning
    * positioning companies as employers of choice

    Branding can also deliver real internal benefits. It can play an important role in improving organisational culture and unity by:

    * clarifying brand values and brand personality
    * clarifying who you are and what you represent
    * giving staff an identity they can understand and be proud to be a part of

    And this, most importantly, fosters consistent projection of the intended brand externally.

    Why do some think it’s a waste of time?

    Sadly, many businesses take a reactionary approach to operating and building their business. Consequently, they never achieve the level of success that is attainable within their market. Many businesses are unaware of the benefits of strategic branding or the business lacks the time or skills to formulate well-engineered long-term plans and strategies. As branding falls into the longer-term category, it is often disregarded as too hard, too costly or even too boring!

    Many business owners have no real understanding of branding and the impact it can have on the health of a business over time as well as immediately. They are often unaware of (or refuse to acknowledge) how “that airy-fairy branding stuff” impacts on themselves and others. Consequently they conclude that it’s of little or no value to their business.

    But branding has been proven to be one of the most effective marketing strategies available to business, and it’s the smart businesses that make the investment in branding and put it to very good use.

    So how do you create a brand?

    A good place to start is by developing or clarifying your Brand Strategy or at least creating a solid Brand Foundation.