How wearables are changing the face of sports brands
With smartwatch and fitness band sales more than doubling in the UK last year, brands are placing an impetuous on wearable technology in a bid to stand out from the competition.
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How New Balance is reinvigorating its brand to move away from its lifestyle image
Sarah VizardNew Balance’s CEO Robert DeMartini admits the brand had unintentionally “become older” but says a renewed focus on its performance business will help it become more relevant to younger consumers and shake off its image as more of a lifestyle brand.
Apple promises new opportunities for brands with ‘killer’ native Watch apps
Sarah VizardBrands wondering how many consumers their Apple Watch apps are reaching were left disappointed by Apple’s decision not to reveal sales figures but CEO Tim Cook’s promise that native apps will “be killer” for the watch suggests future opportunities for marketers.
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Mark Ritson: Apple’s deal with Hermès is a clear signal that it now considers itself a luxury brand
Mark RitsonWhen two brands come together, the results are always interesting. But when the brands in question are Apple and Hermès, the co-branding strategy is going to be headline news.
Pinterest ups focus on brand as is looks to drive user growth and retention
Chris SutcliffeThe interest-led social network is looking to experiential, social and partnerships to reinvigorate its audience.
EA Sports on ditching FIFA and having to rebrand its most popular game
Josh StephensonEA Sports’ top marketer on what goes into rebranding a product with 30 years of heritage – and how utilising strong partnerships and data brought it to life.
The best way to get buy-in for investment? Remove every reason to say no
Jon EvansFor those facing tricky budget negotiations or trying to get innovation green-lit there’s no silver bullet to success, but there is plenty you can do to maximise the chance of sign-off.
Asos’s sales down as drag from promotional marketing continues
Chris SutcliffeThe online retailer says it has progressed towards its strategic goals but remains exposed to overreliance on promotion and returns.