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Marketing Research Articles Related to Brand Positioning Studies

Marketing Research Articles Related to Brand Positioning Studies

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A breath of fresh air

Published
November 1997
Author
Joseph Rydholm, Quirk's Editor
Abstract
Carrier Corporation conducted face-to-face interviews with potential commercial and residential users of the company's ductfree systems in Italy, Spain, Korea and Singapore using the Kano method to determine if the same product could be used in every market and the possible impact on customer satisfaction of doing so and to understand if there were market-differentiation possibilities.

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 look at the buying process model

Published
June 2009
Author
Sharon S. Paik
Abstract
This article explains a method called the buying process approach, which helps pharmaceutical firms closely examine how patients move through the health care system. By identifying areas where problems occur and understanding how those problems affect patients’ use of health care brands, marketers can design strategies to overcome roadblocks.

A Pleasants surprise

Published
May 1999
Author
Terry Fink
Abstract
Retail independents are challenged more than ever to not only maintain sales and profits but to simply survive. This article points out why cutting prices and paring the organization is the wrong reaction and why research and planning are needed more than ever when faced with heavy competition from a national chain.

A trust-building exercise

Published
June 2006
Authors
Alastair Bruce and Luc Rens
Abstract
Qualitative research across several sectors - automotive, finance, consumer electronics, etc. - sought to understand the drivers of brand trust. Across all sectors, consumers see brand trust as fueled by product quality, the brand’s leadership and innovation, familiarity, heritage, status, the endorsement of a family member or friend, and its maker’s social consciousness.

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.

* Affective positioning: how research can help marketers understand consumer emotions

Published
October 2010
Author
Roger A. Straus
Abstract
The author suggests that researchers and marketers alike would benefit from looking beyond a product, brand or company's natural positioning and also assess its rational, affective and relational positioning.

* 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 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.

Attitude surveys keep phone company in touch

Published
June 1988
Author
Beth Hoffman, Quirk's Managing Editor
Abstract
Southwestern Bell Telephone Company uses its Customer Attitude Survey (CAS) to determine customer perceptions about the company and strategize key areas to improve the success of the company. What sets CAS apart from other research techniques is that customers participated in the design of the survey. When areas that need more in-depth research are identified through CAS, focus groups are conducted.

* Beyond awareness and recall: rethinking sponsorship measurement

Published
August 2011
Author
Nicholas Cameron
Abstract
Sponsorship works differently from advertising and researchers need to rethink the basic premise of what they should be measuring. Insight specialists need to stop trying to rely solely on sponsorship awareness to explain brand shift. Instead they need to include additional sponsorship-based metrics such as passion, appreciation and liking.

Brand as story

Published
December 2004
Author
Reyn Kinzey
Abstract
Consumers feel they know the story of a brand, and if brands deviate too much from that story, they can risk alienating much of their audience.

* Brand positioning to multiple markets - change the message, not the mission

Published
June 2011
Author
Dennis Crowley
Abstract
One brand consultant weighs in on why companies should avoid creating different product positions for each target consumer group.

Brazilian hair care firm Beleza Natural thrives by keeping close to its roots

Published
February 2010
Authors
Hy Mariampolski, Leticia Moreira Casotti and Maribel Carvalho Suarez
Abstract
On-site visits help researchers understand the icons and ideals used by a Brazilian hair care firm to both inspire and form a bond with its working-class customers.

* Building and measuring brand personality: How does your brand behave?

Published
February 2011
Author
Michael Lieberman
Abstract
Beyond brand image is brand personality - a set of human-like characteristics attributed to a brand that can potentially bolster customer engagement. Knowing how to build and measure personality is crucial to understanding performance in the marketplace.

* But how do you really feel? An approach to measuring consumer emotions

Published
October 2011
Authors
Ed Chao and Julie Wittes Schlack
Abstract
The authors explain a new methodology for eliciting and applying emotional responses to stimuli to optimize new products and messaging.

* Considerations when employing a market research online community

Published
August 2010
Author
Julie Wittes Schlack
Abstract
The author outlines some of the specific trade-offs (big vs. small, general vs. specific, pure vs. passionate) that researchers make in choosing to use market research online communities.

* Consumers are like Google: Brand-building and the search for meaning

Published
December 2011
Author
Charles Young
Abstract
For a brand to become a market leader, it must be endowed with meaning so that it takes on emotional significance in the life of the customer. The author discusses how to determine what your brand-building moments are and what meaning your creative communicates with customers.

* Consumers using Facebook pages as the new ad circulars

Published
August 2011
Author
Quirk's Staff
Abstract
Data from Compete shows Facebook gaining ground as a purchase influencer as consumers increasingly turn to brands' official Facebook pages for sales, promotions and information.

* Could you be the next 'challenge brand'?

Published
January 2012
Author
Dennis Crowley
Abstract
The author offers a quick profile of the Southwest Airline brand and how its unique qualities have helped to set it apart - and ahead - of its competition.

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