Brand Platform
Developing brand is a process – one that is driven by the vision and purpose of the organization and that builds on clearly defined core values and principles. The process requires assessing the current market and competitive landscape, defining the organization’s desired position in that market, and establishing a fundamental brand platform to guide the personification of the brand.
A brand platform is a living document that establishes a foundation for the organization’s identity, messaging and visual presentation. Additionally, it serves as a framework for all internal and external communications, as well as a guide for how internal operations are performed.
MarketPoint works with organizations to develop brand platforms that articulate a useful point of distinction.
We carefully gather information through internal and external reviews and identify gaps between current perceptions and the needs and desires of the organization and its audiences. We outline opportunities for brand growth and recommend strategies to address uncovered issues. We summarize our findings in a Brand Framework that documents key elements of the brand (including brand attributes, target audiences, competitive advantages, and brand position). And we will develop high-level branding recommendations for brand adoption and rollout to ensure an integrated approach to strengthening brand in the marketplace.
Components of a Brand Platform
- Overview of Market Space (or Competitive Landscape)
- Competitive Advantages (What differentiates the organization’s brand?)
- Core Brand Values (What core values/guiding principles will serve as the foundation for the brand?)
- Brand Position Statement (What is the organization’s desired position in the marketplace?)
- Brand Vision (What guides the organization’s brand relationships?)
- Brand Attributes/Personality (What are the distinct qualities/descriptors of the brand?)
- Brand Essence (What is the true spirit – the heart – of the brand?)
- Brand Character/Tone of Voice (How will the brand speak to its target audiences?)
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