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Book SynopsisThis book presents real life business-to-business (B2B) branding cases. The book deploys a theoretical-practical approach, where theoretical and conceptual frameworks related to key branding topics are supported by empirical case studies. Each case helps to illustrate the framework and discuss its applicability in practice. Through the presented exploratory case studies, the authors provide fresh examples from business practice that are easy to comprehend by undergraduate students, and are easily applied by managers in the field. The book consists of three main parts, covering important aspects of B2B branding. It presents several aspects of external as well as internal branding, supplemented by novel approaches in B2B branding. In addition, the book offers examples of best practices, as well as notable mistakes made by companies involved in branding processes. Thus, it provides a holistic perspective, which will enable companies to learn not only about best practices, but also about pitfalls in the area of corporate branding. In addition to the novel practical cases, each chapter provides relevant theoretical underpinnings presented in a simple, down-to-earth manner. The book highlights recent research areas and coming trends within B2B branding. The book is suitable for everyone with an interest in B2B branding, regardless of background or previous knowledge of branding.
Trade ReviewBrand management research has grown significantly since the 1980s, but has focused mostly on business-to-consumer perspectives. Here business scholars at Abo Akademi University in Finland explore branding in business-to-business marketing. In sections on internal branding, external branding, and contemporary perspectives, they consider such aspects as developing corporate brand identity, the use of corporate social responsibility in employer branding, brand image as a facilitator of relationship initiation, understanding emotions in business-to-business branding, and creating and maintaining a sustainable brand. -- Annotation ©2018 * (protoview.com) *
Table of ContentsChapter 1. Value of B2B branding Chapter 2. Developing corporate brand identity Chapter 3. Brand knowledge sharing Chapter 4. The use of Corporate Social Responsibility in Employer Branding Chapter 5. Brand image as a facilitator of relationship initiation Chapter 6. Maintaining B2B relationships through branding Chapter 7. Branding within B2B sales Chapter 8. Understanding emotions in B2B branding Chapter 9. Online branding and the B2B context Chapter 10. Creating and maintaining a sustainable brand Chapter 11. Dangerous mistakes and severe blunders within B2B branding
