BrandZ 2016
All the key trends from the 2016 list.
YouTube is pushing further into ecommerce – here’s why
Sarah VizardYouTube is pushing further into ecommerce with the launch of a ‘buy’ button. It is the latest move by the video network as it looks to take on Amazon and eBay.
Apple grows brand value 67% to top BrandZ global list
Lucy TesserasThe tech powerhouse has surged back to top spot in Millward Brown’s 10th annual list of the world’s 100 most valuable brands, achieving the first $200bn valuation and pushing Google into second, while Microsoft’s turnaround strategy propels it to third.
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Adidas is thinking big with football overhaul, but the strategy contradicts its recent moves
Alison MillingtonAfter launching a major football boot campaign with “Haters” in January, appointing a new global creative agency in March and announcing a new strategy earlier this month, Adidas appears to be aware of the challenges it faces from competitors. However, its announcement this week that it will retire its entire existing line of football boots appears somewhat contradictory to its more recent moves.
What does the term ‘marketing transformation’ really mean to businesses?
Niamh CarrollMarketing transformation is a term used by all sorts of brands and business but lacks a common term. What classes as truly transformative work, however, is a fiercely debated topic.
McVitie’s: Investment in brand is crucial for remaining in ‘hearts and minds’ of consumers
Niamh CarrollMcVitie’s claims to be the “definitive” UK biscuit brand, but its marketing director James King says it can’t afford to not invest in its position, as it launches a new masterbrand campaign.
Budgeting and changing strategy: Your Marketing Week
Russell ParsonsAt the end of every week, we look at the key stories, offering our view on what they mean for you and the industry. From cautionary tales from the budgeting and planning frontline to the changing nature of retail, it’s been a busy week. Here is my take.
Nike pledges to ‘stay on the offensive’ as it increases focus on demand creation
Chris SutcliffeThe sportswear retailer is feeling buoyant after a strong first quarter, and vows to stay on the offensive into the rest of the year.