Science and art of branding

Includes bibliographical references (p. 529-554) and index.

The nature of brands -- The brand as a system -- Branding in context -- Brand strategy development: the company perspective -- Brand strategy development -- The nature of brands and brand functions -- Brand core concept -- Brand identity -- Strategic brand segmentation -- Brand strategy meets brand perception -- Brand differentiation and positioning -- Brands and consumer needs and values -- Brand personality -- Brand meaning and brand physique -- Brand relationships and reputation -- Brand equity: expansion and integration -- Brand strength and brand saliency -- Brand span and brand extension -- Brand portfolio and brand architecture -- Consumer brand equity -- Market brand equity -- Brand valuation -- Gesamtkunstwerk: the art of brand integration.