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Expectations are changing. More and more, stakeholders expect radical transparency from companies beyond financials.

Time and time again, we've seen companies violate usability best practices. It hurts your brand and it hurts your bottom line, 100% of the time.

In order for any business to be successful, it has to understand its customers. We cover six frequently asked questions about B2B buyer personas.

Do website copyright notices even matter? Is everyone doing it wrong? We cover the new service from the U.S. Copyright Office and share best practices for your website.

While the digital age has revolutionized commerce at scale, it’s getting harder and harder for brands to differentiate on quality or price. So how can brands stand out?

Our world has fundamentally changed because of COVID. It's time to help our customers and ourselves do more than survive — we must help each other thrive.

The American workforce is changing and growing more diverse. One of the biggest shifts is generational. Learn more about the different generational mindsets and how to overcome buyer barriers in today's markets.

Multiplier customers help firms grow their business organically in a variety of ways. Learn about their characteristics and how to identify them.

You don't need to add new costly features to grow your margins. Explore how overall customer satisfaction can increase margins for B2B companies.

Sometimes, appearances can be deceiving, and external change isn’t enough to address the root of a problem – superficial changes won’t change a flawed essence.

B2B companies often fall into the 'value trap' of cutting prices and increasing operational costs. Discover what the trap is and how to avoid it.

Branding is a powerful business solution that can get customers to buy more, pay more, make quicker purchasing decisions, and become brand advocates. See why it’s also an undervalued SEO tactic.

The internet of things, or IoT, is poised to revolutionize branding. President and CEO, Bo Bothe, breaks down its impact on brands.

Technology has grown to be a major focal point of differentiation for brands. As we move into the future, these trends will influence how brands operate to gain market share.

We believe that all companies should care about usability; not only because it can impact business and the bottom line, but also because it's the right thing to do.

Accessible design respects the uniqueness of all individuals, regardless of age and ability by recognizing that all people are not just like you.

We’ve found that reading books together helps develop a common language, making it easier to discuss new ideas or think more strategically about our work. Here are 6 of our favorites.

We'll help you understand the implications of the UN Sustainable Development Goals and determine if sustainability reporting is appropriate for your brand.

A complete guide on how to build website content that engages audiences while adhering to search engine parameters.

From analytical to storytelling skills, learn about what you need to do to keep your digital marketing skills sharp.

Think that internal branding is only important to your employees? It can also impact the rest of your business -- including recruiting efforts and even your bottom line.

Cause branding has become integral to a business' strategy. Learn how to engage in cause branding, what factors to consider, as well as what to avoid when implementing your strategy.

Data science can help brands drive meaningful change. Find out how a statistical modeling framework can help connect the dots, make informed decisions and outperform competitors.

The California Consumer Privacy Act was signed into law on September 23, 2018. Discover how this affects organizations that do business and handle consumer data within the state.

Discover the method you can use to quantify the worth of your target firm's brand ahead of any potential merger or acquisition. Capturing this insight can help you make informed decisions that align with your business strategy.

Google is prioritizing websites in search rankings that are optimized for mobile devices. Find out how to ensure your site is mobile-friendly and meets user and search engine needs at the same time.

Financial impact analysis (FIAs) models play a crucial role in your ability to demonstrate the worth of your product or service and more. Learn how FIAs can drive business performance for you and your buyers.

Discover how to map your value chain and surface important business insight with our high-level framework. From setting up the project team to documenting the delivery cycle, we cover essential steps that can help you deliver on your brand promise.

Roughly one-in-eight people in the U.S. have a disability. Failure to accommodate such a large audience limits the positive impact a website can have on your business. Learn how you can make your websites accessible to everyone.

In the wake of increasing M&A activity, potential acquirers need to ensure target firms can deliver strong returns. Discover how measuring brand value can accelerate your growth strategy.

The EU's General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) won't only affect member states but also U.S. companies that do business in Europe. So what do we need to know and do about being GDPR compliant?

Is your website actually engaging and converting prospects at a rate that reflects your business goals? Discover the layers that make up high performing business websites.

Websites are under greater threat from hacking than ever before. As vulnerabilities continue to be exploited, we take a look at how you can optimize the security of your CMS and remain proactive.

When you map your organization’s value chain, you can establish a clear picture of the delivery cycle of your product or service. You can uncover profound insights that protect your business, drive growth and fortify your brand position.

As buyers gain influence, companies are turning to branding to differentiate themselves in the marketplace. Discover how a strong brand drives real business growth.

Starting in October 2017, the Google Chrome browser will show a "Not Secure" warning on any web page that has an input field and is served over HTTP instead of HTTPS. How will this affect your brand?

Read how Houston-based adoption agency, Spaulding for Children, decided to rebrand as Arms Wide Adoption Services. 

Learn the 3 steps to creating unique, valuable content that not only aligns with your brand identity, but earns shares among your target audience.

No matter how the recent economy has affected your business, our country is in a period of change. Now, more than ever, is the time to ensure your brand has long-term strength, as well as where to prioritize your branding efforts.

Keeping each of your sales tools and marketing campaigns aligned with your brand’s identity is important — this way, you display a consistent brand to each of your different stakeholders.

You’ve launched a new website, implemented a customer relationship management (CRM) strategy and invested in a marketing automation program, but are still not seeing results from your ABM efforts. Here's how to build an effective ABM program.

Develop a content strategy your marketing and sales teams can use. Get tips to help your teams work together, communicate effectively and leverage content.

Learn B2B digital marketing strategies you can apply to your own brand. See real examples from four clients and get tips to determine if a similar approach will work for you.

Develop a marketing plan that drives greater ROI. Get tips to help your team stay accountable, complete planned activities and reset if necessary.

Get guidance to lead a rebrand after an acquisition, merger or other major business turning point. Gain insight from a company that successfully relaunched.

Explore brands we've developed for top law firms like Fulbright, BoyarMiller and more. See how the right brand identity supported their success.

Join us as we look back on the brands and logos we have created over the past 10 years for the non-profit organizations that help our community thrive.

Our digital experts explain what Google’s update really means for your business' digital strategy and how to adjust to a mobile-first landscape.

The BrandExtract C-Suite reveals the worst branding mistakes you can make in a downturn – and the opportunities you should seize immediately. 

We’ve built our business around inspiring people to create, transform and grow – and that mission is at the core of our internal culture as well. We chose Carol Dweck's book because of its emphasis on learning rather than an individual's fixed traits.

Learn how to assess your marketing or branding ROI by designing an experiment and running strategic tests – all while building the value of your business.

Brand consistency builds company value, reinforces your market position and attracts better quality customers. Learn strategies to assess and strengthen your brand.

From building brand awareness to transferring brand equity during a divestiture, we answer seven of the most frequently asked branding questions.

A rebrand creates meaningful change in an organization by aligning marketplace perceptions, improving processes, and increasing stakeholder ownership.

What do you do when you experience a drop in sales? How do you react when growth outpaces your predictions? Both could be a reason to reevaluate your brand.