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Marketing Research Articles Related to Advertising Effectiveness

Marketing Research Articles Related to Advertising Effectiveness

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2008's new products fail to register

Published
November 2008
Author
Quirk's Staff

A campaign for improvement

Published
March 2003
Author
Scott Young
Abstract
Marketers are spending more than ever on print advertising, yet relatively few companies make a dedicated effort to comprehensively assess and improve their print campaigns. This article offers several observations about print advertising, shares insights gathered from PRS Eye-Tracking studies documenting exactly how readers actually view and consider advertisements, and suggests several “principles of effective print advertising.”

A complete recipe

Published
April 2004
Author
Diego Bonardi
Abstract
It’s not enough for ads targeting the Hispanic market to simply have Hispanic faces or content in them. They must be part of an overall strategy and follow guidelines, which the author explains in detail, such as tell a simple story, educate the U.S. Hispanic audience, and communicate and repeat only one or two key benefits.

A definite Impact

Published
April 2004
Authors
Ann L. Breese and Don Bruzzone
Abstract
Through a tracking study, Starbucks found that its out-of-home media (billboards, kiosk ads, vehicle wraps) was as efficient as its other traditional media.

A framework for understanding ad effectiveness

Published
April 2009
Author
Isabelle Albanese
Abstract
The author outlines her 4Cs of Truth in Communications process to explain how it can help frame and inform ad research projects. Marketers can use the concepts of comprehension, connection, credibility and contagiousness to make sure their ads resonate with consumers.

A process and program for improving advertising efficiency and effectiveness

Published
March 2000
Author
Harold Spielman
Abstract
A study using findings from the application of MSW Group's AD*VANTAGE/ACT system shows the value of ad pre-testing.

A storied destination

Published
November 2005
Author
Anna Lilleengen
Abstract
Tourism board VisitScotland used one-on-ones to craft a new Europe-wide ad campaign and then employed Web metrics (such as site visits and brochure requests) to measure its effectiveness.

A taxonomy of digital advertising

Published
March 2012
Authors
Abigail Dufay and Ratna Tandavan
Abstract
This article presents a framework for defining and understanding the many types of digital ads, with the goal of making it easier to measure their effectiveness.

A true return on investment

Published
March 2003
Author
Barry Shepard
Abstract
StarKist Seafood followed a rigorous, empirically-based advertising process to develop its “Tuna in a Pouch” advertising, aiming to drive sales and contribute to the success of the product as an established entity.

Ad agency uses Web-based qualitative with teens to help develop public-service campaign

Published
May 2009
Authors
Dana Slaughter and Kristin Schwitzer
Abstract
The authors used online qualitative research to test several facets of a proposed public-service campaign aimed at getting teens to stop using the phrase “That’s so gay.” Respondents created and posted photo-journals, evaluated potential celebrity spokespeople, reacted to ad concepts and offered insights on how to motivate teens without coming across as preachy.

Ad research: Get 'em when they're tired?

Published
November 2009
Author
Quirk's Staff
Abstract
Mental fatigue may play a role in an audience's reception of an ad. Exposure to advertising when consumers are tired or worn out can strengthen the confidence consumers have about their attitudes about an advertised brand.

Adding a human touch

Published
June 2006
Author
Robin Segbers
Abstract
Akron Children’s Hospital used telephone research and focus groups to determine the most effective messages to communicate in a new ad campaign. The hospital’s clinical excellence in high-acuity service areas was chosen as one of the attributes to promote.

Advertising effectiveness: what it is, what it isn’t and can it be reflected by one number?

Published
March 2011
Author
Adam S. Cook
Abstract
A research analyst chronicles his quest to find a simple and flexible way to measure and define advertising effectiveness.

Advertising: today's sale or brand-building for tomorrow?

Published
May 2000
Author
Margaret H. Blair
Abstract
This article reviews the empirical evidence that demonstrates that there is no such thing as brand building for tomorrow without brand building and sales today. The article examines definitions, branding today and tomorrow, a branding model and case studies.

All the right moves

Published
March 2001
Authors
Don Bruzzone and Dan Rosen
Abstract
Every year, companies spend millions of dollars on Super Bowl advertising. This article is adapted from a presentation on Super Bowl advertising delivered at the Advertising Research Foundation Conference on Entertainment Research.

An analysis of multichannel marketing campaign performance

Published
July 2011
Author
Molly Elmore
Abstract
The author explores the effects of frequency on commonly applied awareness and intent metrics for various advertising channels.

Analyzing a B2B magazine’s ad inquiries and their relationship to qualified prospects

Published
April 2012
Author
Jim Nowakowski
Abstract
How the Web has affected lead generation for Buildings magazine and other B2B publications.

Analyzing the role that car brochures play in the auto sales process

Published
October 2008
Author
Charles Young
Abstract
Using data from various studies conducted by his firm, the author looks at how car brochures, with their mix of emotional appeals and vehicle information, work to influence the car sales process.

Applying facial coding to ad testing

Published
March 2013
Authors
Dan Hill and Aron Levin
Abstract
A look at the results of a study that used facial coding to test the sales effectiveness of automobile ads shown during Super Bowls.

Are car and beer ads lost amidst network promotion during the Super Bowl?

Published
January 2010
Author
Quirk's Staff
Abstract
Super Bowl advertisers are spending more money only to compete with more ads - an increasing number of which are for the network, by the network.

 

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