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Follow Up: Google's Goggles Come Into Focus
Wed. Feb 22, 2012 10:43 AM
Google's working on a new device, a pair of augmented reality glasses that've been all but confirmed by the New York Times. We looked at this idea a couple month…Read More

Extending Reach with Brand and Product Expansion

Building Revenue through
New Markets and Brand Expansion

When you have a successful product or brand, the next logical phase for growth is to explore product expansion to new markets or segments to provide untapped revenue streams and expand your brand footprint.

Extend Your Brand/Product

More than half of all new products brought into the market each year are brand extensions. Launching a new product line as an extension of an existing brand, or moving an existing line into a new market or segment, creates revenue streams and builds brand equity. However, if your product is not positioned properly in the retailer channel, it is not only doomed to fail, but it can also drag down the value of your existing brand.

If you need help…

  • Identifying ideal customers and where to connect with them for the greatest impact.
  • Duplicating or building upon existing results in new markets, retailers or within complementary product lines.
  • Knowing the right time to move into high-growth international markets.
  • Influencing the sales of accessories, upgrades or add-ons.

Let MarketStar be your voice in retail, transparently representing your products without diluting your brand or value. Our retail sales methodology provides the necessary touch-points with your brand to gain store-level influence and loyalty. We have the experience and resources in place to help you plan growth strategies to expand your product line, launch a new category or open new markets — maximizing your marketing spend and achieving greater results.

MarketStar can…

  • Communicate product differentiators and position your brand value in a compelling way.
  • Provide turnkey solutions that ensure your programs deliver a consistent brand experience to consumers and retailers independent of their outlet type or geography.
  • Build upon consumer trust and the relationship they have with your brand’s value to generate new revenue from complementary offerings.
  • Extend your reach into new markets and segments, or expand your level of brand engagement from current customers.

What's Next? Displace your Competition