Driving brand equity in health services organizations: the need for an expanded view of branding.

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2018
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Abstract
Branding-the assignment of names, logos, slogans, and related elements of identity to institutions and their product offerings for the purpose of conveying desired images to target audiences-is of paramount importance in the health services industry. Associated initiatives traditionally have centered on developing verbal and visual brand expressions, but opportunities abound to drive brand equity by supplementing traditional pursuits with new, different, and unexpected expressions that afford highly memorable experiences.Willis-Knighton Health System has possessed an expanded view of branding for decades. While the system has directed thorough attention toward traditional brand expressions, additional identity opportunities outside the bounds of traditional branding thought have been pursued vigorously. There perhaps is no better illustration of Willis-Knighton Health System's expanded approach to branding than that of Willis the Bear, the institution's iconic teddy bear mascot developed to promote labor and delivery services. This article presents the origins and development of this brand expression, particularly emphasizing the need to address nontraditional elements of identity for purposes of driving brand equity.Given the importance of brand management and extraction of associated value, health services organizations must diligently direct attention toward branding initiatives. Traditional approaches, when executed well, deliver excellent results, but enhanced value can be derived by addressing nontraditional brand elements which afford unique opportunities to differentiate given establishments from their competitors, facilitating institutional viability and vitality.
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Authors Elrod, James K;Fortenberry, John L;
Journal BMC health services research
Year 2018
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10.1186/s12913-018-3679-4
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hospitals healthcare marketing branding brand equity identity management

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