Erich Joachimsthaler Books

The interaction field model: how to create unstoppable velocity -- How John Deere is revolutionizing an industry -- The new consumer and how to reach her: interactions vs. transactions -- LEGO: framing the interaction field -- Klöckner: an old-line company acts like a start-up -- Discovery and Flatiron Health reshape an entire industry -- GoPro-feeding the virtuous cycle -- Mobility in a superfluid market -- Fashion: -Burberry flips the model ... and then flips out -- Velocity versus clicks: on becoming an interaction field company -- Conclusion: new ways forward-the world is created through interactions.

A dozen management fads have come and gone in the past decade, but brand equity, first explored by David Aaker in the late 1980s, has exploded in importance. Recognized by Brandweek as "the dean of the brand-equity movement," Aaker now prepares managers for the next level of the brand revolution -- brand leadership.For the first time, Aaker and coauthor Erich Joachimsthaler describe how the emerging paradigm of strategic brand leadership is replacing the classic, tactically oriented brand management system pioneered by Procter & Gamble. This fundamental shift involves nothing less than a revolution in organizational structure, systems, and culture -- as the authors demonstrate with hundreds of case studies from companies such as Polo Ralph Lauren, Virgin Airlines, Adidas, GE, Marriott, IBM, McDonald's, Maggi, and Swatch. This immensely readable book provides the brand management team with the capability Like David Aaker's two previous bestselling books, Brand Leadership will be essential reading for line executives and brand managers in market-driven firms worldwide.

Innovation is crucial for company growth, yet many businesses overlook external market shifts. The example of Sony illustrates this, as its triumphs in consumer products like the Walkman led to a failure in recognizing evolving consumer preferences. In contrast, Apple seized the opportunity by introducing the iPod, which transformed music consumption and organization, highlighting the importance of adapting to changing demands in the marketplace.