Thursday, May 23, 2013

Why advertisers should stay updated on advertising trends?



How does a brand owner announce the presence of his product in the market? Through advertising right? It provides a hint how advertising occupies a vital position in an organization’s product mix. Advertising is the only means to communicate the brand message among potential target customers. To advertiser a brand or business means to inform or announce the presence of the brand or service and to provide valuable detail that would interest the customers. The flow of communication from the seller to buyer is transmitted through an advertising campaign. Television Advertising, Radio Advertising, Print Advertising, Outdoor Advertising and Online Advertising are the adopted means of communicating a brand or business message among customers. 

Advertising is not just about informing customers about the launch or presence of a brand in the market. An ad campaign goes further to influence and to persuade customers to take a desired action to buy the product then or in the near future. Customers cannot avail of any brand message without an advertising campaign. The mediums of advertising also play an important role. A strong means of advertising provides a rich impact among target groups. So, every advertiser should conduct a thorough survey on the various mediums of advertising before launching the campaign. Television advertising, Radio Advertising, Print Advertising and Outdoor Advertising are traditional means of promotion. Mobile advertising and online advertising are  two latest means of promotion among advertisers. 

Today the consumer market has become highly competitive. The launches of new brands almost every day and the burgeoning market are two main factors that have encouraged advertisers to try different means and tactics of promotion. Advertisers however need to stay updated on the current marketing trends so that their brands can actively take part in the ongoing competition. It’s survival of the fittest even in the advertising world. Innovative means and measures are also welcomed to promote a brand among target groups.

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