Post financial crisis, a new set of global expectations have emerged – that brands and business are not just responsible, but meaningful too. What does that mean? That a new generation are holding organisations to account for their authenticity, transparency, and...
In a conversation I had with Employer Brand maestro, Simon Barrow, we talked about the different between employer brand management and employer branding. Similarly, for brands as a whole, there is a radical rift between branding and brand building. The former is found...
In the Financial Times recently, there was an article entitled, “Europe lacks non-execs with digital knowledge.” The article, written by Maxine Boersma, cites a PwC survey that says that 9/10 chief executives believe they “should champion the use of...
The use of digital tools, devices and platforms to enhance the retail experience seems like an obvious strategic fit. From the consumer’s standpoint, it is increasingly a must. Yet, brands are only timidly making forays in digital in retail...
I was struck by an article in the UK Metro daily newspaper headlined, “Discount culture is to blame for M&S woes.” Three of the major retailers in the UK (Tesco, Morrisons and M&S) announced negative results, despite indications that the UK...
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