Positioning

70% of the purchasing process takes place without direct contact with your organization. So, how do you ensure that your company ultimately makes the shortlist?

The building blocks of Heineken’s successful positioning

The building blocks of Heineken’s successful positioning

The beer brand Heineken is world-famous but was lagging behind the competition for a while. We discuss the building blocks of Heineken's successful positioning.

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Positioning new Sony and Microsoft consoles too greedy?

Positioning new Sony and Microsoft consoles too greedy?

A concrete example of the added value of a clear positioning from the battle between Microsoft, Sony, and Nintendo's latest video game consoles.

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The positioning of Centraal Beheer

The positioning of Centraal Beheer

Based on the latest advertisement from Centraal Beheer, we ask ourselves; how valuable is a brand with high name recognition but no clear values?

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How an unclear positioning is holding The Society Shop back

How an unclear positioning is holding The Society Shop back

Positioning of The Society Shop compared to 2 other well-known menswear brands. Is the positioning unclear or is it just in the way?

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Distinctive positioning in 7 steps

Distinctive positioning in 7 steps

We present 7 steps that will lead you to a positioning that truly distinguishes your brand or organization from your competition.

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The meaning and definition of positioning

The meaning and definition of positioning

In this article, we will discuss various aspects of positioning and how you can apply this within your organization.

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Expiration positioning Apple visualized in positioning matrix

Expiration positioning Apple visualized in positioning matrix

Positioning Apple, the company faces a dilemma: change course or continue cashing in at the expense of the original target audience?

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Positioning James Bond, even he has to work hard at it

Positioning James Bond, even he has to work hard at it

James Bond doesn't drink a Martini but a beer in the new film Skyfall, but what can we learn from him about the longevity of a positioning?

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Not a Penguin? The positioning of the Katnapolsky

Not a Penguin? The positioning of the Katnapolsky

Why the unique positioning of the Katnapolsky cat hotel makes them highly distinctive compared to the rest of the market.

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Competition matrix; the strategic view on marketing and positioning

Competition matrix; the strategic view on marketing and positioning

The competition matrix allows organizations to instantly compare their own positioning and marketing against that of their competitors.

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Is LEGO’s brand and positioning strong enough to withstand parasites?

Is LEGO’s brand and positioning strong enough to withstand parasites?

Is LEGO, through its powerful brand and associated positioning, able to counter the (future) parasites originating from China?

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Positioning IKEA: 5 Practical Lessons from IKEA’s Brand Strategy

Positioning IKEA: 5 Practical Lessons from IKEA’s Brand Strategy

What can other brands, marketers, and strategists learn from IKEA's positioning? We discuss 5 remarkable aspects.

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