Made available in DSpace on 2016-04-25T16:44:46Z (GMT). No. of bitstreams: 1 Aiman I Mourad.pdf: 835035 bytes, checksum: 22b317316a9fe33feb87a64d3fb86e6a (MD5) Previous issue date: 2016-01-27 / Coordenação de Aperfeiçoamento de Pessoal de Nível Superior / Having a differentiated positioning is essential for a organization to survive in some highly competitive, and fast in terms of technology and globalized markets. The positioning is considered one of the key elements in modern marketing management, however, the term positioning has introduced some confusion between marketing and academic professionals. Using mind share and market share as measurable variables of brand positioning and competitive performance, respectively, this study sought to identify the main objective when the brand positioning can influence the competitive performance of an organization. To this end, a quantitative approach was used on a longitudinal desk research and applied to the Spearman correlation technique. It was not possible to identify if the brand positioning is determinant on competitive performance, however, it was concluded that this exerts a moderate influence on the organization's competitive performance, since the analyzed period showed a moderate positive correlation between the variables, indicating they moves in in the same direction and that the greater the growth of a variable, the larger the probability of occurring the same with each other, contributing to earlier studies. This study also corroborate the definition and distinction in relation to the concepts of brand positioning and competitive positioning, besides to proposing the use of identity as a leading element for the brand positioning strategy / Ter um posicionamento diferenciado é indispensável para a organização sobreviver em alguns mercados altamente competitivos, globalizados e velozes em termos tecnológicos. O posicionamento é considerado um dos elementos-chave na gestão de marketing moderna, porém, o termo posicionamento tem apresentado certa confusão entre profissionais de marketing e acadêmicos. Utilizando o mind share e o market share como variáveis mensuráveis do posicionamento de marca e do desempenho competitivo, respectivamente, o presente trabalho buscou como objetivo principal identificar quanto o posicionamento de marca pode influenciar no desempenho competitivo de uma organização. Para isso, foi utilizada uma abordagem quantitativa em uma desk research longitudinal e aplicou-se a técnica de correlação de Spearman. Não foi possível apontar se o posicionamento de marca é determinante do desempenho competitivo, contudo, concluiu-se que este exerce influência moderada no desempenho da organização, dado que o período analisado apresentou correlação positiva moderada entre as variáveis, indicando que estas movimentam-se na mesma direção e que quanto maior o crescimento de uma variável, maior a probabilidade de ocorrer o mesmo com a outra, contribuindo com estudos anteriores. Este estudo também corroborar na definição e distinção em relação aos conceitos de posicionamento de marca e posicionamento competitivo, além de propor a utilização da identidade como elemento direcionador para a estratégia de posicionamento de marca

The study examines attitudes toward and effectiveness of cause-related marketing initiatives in Poland. As the results indicate, the factors, which lead to the popularity and effectiveness of the cause-related marketing initiatives in the United States and the United Kingdom, lack in the Polish culture. Even though CRM is popular in Poland, it does not influence the purchase decisions. Poles do not have any expectations toward businesses in the area of corporate social responsibility. They believe that the government should take the responsibility for solving social issues, and value only the functional dimensions of the products, because their emotional needs are fully satisfied by their families, friends and religion.

Background: A brand’s reputation can take many years to build up, although the value of the brand is not forever. Accidents, scandals or product safety incidents associated to a certain corporation can affect a brands reputation. The oil spill in the Gulf of Mexico in April 2010 led to much information being spread around regarding BP, the company behind the accident. The environment took damage and BP endured a lot of negative publicity. Purpose: To gain knowledge about the effects on a company suffering from negative publicity and how they could proceed in order to minimize the damage. Delimitations: This study is based on the company BP and their incident in the Gulf of Mexico in April 2010. The investigation was done in the United States of America on American customers with a population restricted to car owners as the study examines purchase behavior. Method: The research was conducted through a deductive quantitative approach. The data sources were collected by an archival analysis and an electronic questionnaire. Conclusion: If the information received from media and from word-of-mouth after an incident (like BP’s oil spill) is considered as negative towards the company, this leads to a decrease in positive attitudes among customers that in turn affects purchase behavior negatively. It is important to implement strategies in the company as a foundation against negative publicity. The study shows that the most influencing strategies on consumer attitudes were corporate social responsibility followed by brand positioning.

The premise of this thesis is to conduct a research regarding the connection of brand image, brand identity, brand positioning with brand adapting management. The significant purpose of this thesis is for better understanding how a Chinese auto corporation can effectively manage and adapt an acquired foreign brand in Chinese market. In order to reach this purpose, a case study of Geely/Volvo’s acquisition has been carried out which entailed company visit (Volvo Brand Experience Center), interviews with Volvo brand specialists, Volvo dealer and Chinese market expert. The Theoretical Framework describes the general concepts of brand, brand management, company acquisition and three brand adapting concepts of brand image, brand identity and brand positioning. The Empirical Data Collection deals with the Volvo’s brand identity and value proposition, Chinese customers’ perceptions on Volvo brand image and Geely’s brand positioning strategy on Volvo. The Analysis related the theory framework with the empirical results. It discussed and analyzed how Geely can adapt Volvo in Chinese automotive market through dealing with Volvo’s core values, brand image and brand positioning. The Conclusion summarized the Chinese auto corporation needs to concern on three factors for adapting an acquired brand: value proposition of acquired brand, Chinese customers’ perceptions on acquired brand image and brand positioning strategy. Finally our recommendation presents the limitations of this study, suggestions for future research in this field, and managerial implications for the case company.

The aim of this work is analysis of Honda's position at the Czech market of motorcycles based on preferences of men and women. The motorcycles are divided into different groups by engine volume in cubic centimetres and by categories in which motorcycles are included. In this analysis are used methods Electre III, Oreste, Topsis, WSA and calculations are performed by program packages SANNA. At the conclusion, Honda's position in all categories is summarized.

This diploma thesis focuses on strengthening the company’s competitiveness through the use of online marketing tools. On the basis of theoretical knowledge from specialized literature and analysis of the company’s current state, proposals contributing to the brand’s promotion with the help of selected online marketing tools (SEO, PPC, social networks) are developed.

The master´s thesis is focused on strengthening the competitiveness of the bank through the development of its brands. The current situation of the company is analyzed according to the theoretical knowledge and methodology Ko Floor. Subsequently, the company compared to selected competitors. Based on the comparison and further analysis for the firm set of measures involving their own proposals to support brand development.

Purpose – The purpose ofthis research is to investigate how branding is applied in a challengingindustry for an overseas market.  In other words, we would look into the aspects that are important for building and strengthening a brand in overseas market. Design/Methodology/Approach – Our qualitative research is developed according to the interpretive approach which seeks to understand the aspects of brandings foroverseas market.  This research would beconducted as a deductive study; the validity of present knowledge would bedemonstrated.  Qualitative approach isapplied for identifying the aspects in a successful launching of a brand in anoverseas market. Findings – This research demonstrates that branding has been involving inlaunching of brands to overseas markets. The case study indicates that brand portfolio, brand identity and brandpositioning are essential in extending brands to overseas markets. Practical Implications – It serves as supplementary andreference information for brand management in marketing plan for globalmarkets, especially in food industry. Originality/Value – The originality of this paper lies in its knowledge area ofbranding, which uses brand portfolio, brand identity and brand positioningliteratures and journals to examine the role of branding in practical case. Keywords Brand Portfolio, Brand Identity, Brand Positioning, Denmark, HongKong, Food Industry Paper Type Research paper

[pt] Este estudo investiga o posicionamento de marca de uma clínica de saúde privada especializada em medicina celular situada na zona sul da cidade do Rio de Janeiro. Utilizando o método de estudo de caso, o posicionamento da marca foi investigado sob a perspectiva da semiótica francesa de Semprini (2010), com o propósito de identificar a eficiência da marca em transmitir sua identidade para seu público e propor melhorias para amplificar a atuação da empresa perante seus concorrentes no Brasil. A pesquisa foi realizada por meio de entrevista com pacientes, médicos parceiros e funcionários. Como resultado desta pesquisa foi desenvolvido o Projeto de Marca da Medcel Medicina Celular e sugestões de melhorias, entre elas a necessidade de investimento na contratação de empresa especializada em marketing, principalmente digital, aplicando, em especial, a ferramenta storytelling, como estratégia eficaz de comunicação na área de saúde. / [en] This study investigates the brand positioning of a private healthcare clinic specializing in cellular medicine located in the southern area of the city of Rio de Janeiro. Using the case study method, the brand positioning was investigated from the perspective of French semiotics by Semprini (2010), with the purpose of identifying the effectiveness of the brand in conveying its identity to its audience and proposing improvements to enhance the company s performance against its competitors in Brazil. The research was conducted through interviews with patients, partner physicians, and employees. As a result of this research, the Medcel Cellular Medicine Brand Project was developed, along with suggestions for improvements, including the need for investment in hiring a specialized marketing company, especially in digital marketing, applying storytelling as an effective communication strategy in the healthcare sector.

My diploma thesis called "Brand positioning World Class Czech Republic" is focused on the analysis of the position of the brand on the Prague market of fitness centers. As the result of this analysis, I conclude my work by the recommendations to improve marketing communication of World Class company. In the theoretical part, I defined the concept of marketing, I have summarized his history, describing the various elements of the marketing mix and SWOT analysis. The next chapter is devoted to market segmentation, targeting and positioning. To conclude the theoretical part, I define the brand, its history, elements and types, I also mentioned the brand value. In the practical part, I assess the fitness field and also market of fitness centers in Prague. In the next chapter, I presented the brand of World Class Czech Republic, including its history, philosophy, representation in Prague and in the world as well and offer of services. Next, I drew on the results of my own research survey. I described a SWOT analysis and competitive analysis. Based on the responses I have analyzed the target group for the World Class brand. Subsequently, I analyzed the current marketing communication of the company, and I propose appropriate amendments that would increase its effectiveness. In the epilogue, I noted the main recommendations for brand communication.