Author:
Cullinan Justine Alexandra,Abratt Russell,Mingione Michela
Abstract
Purpose
While there is a growing body of literature about corporate branding, studies of corporate branding in state-owned enterprises (SOEs) are limited despite the important role they play in many economies. The purpose of this paper is to explore how managers perceive the significance and challenge of corporate brand building and management within a state-owned organisation.
Design/methodology/approach
A qualitative and interpretative research paradigm was used in the form of a case study design. This study focusses on the South African Broadcasting Corporation where executives and managers responsible for corporate branding decisions were interviewed.
Findings
Findings highlight the specific purposes, decision making factors, stakeholders and brand portfolio of an SOE corporate brand.
Research limitations/implications
Corporate brands help build brand identity and point out that a SOEs' corporate brand identity is dual in nature. The duality of mission, stakeholders and decision making, triggers brand challenges, namely, unclear corporate identity and fragmented corporate brand strategies, which must be carefully orchestrated over time and across stakeholders.
Originality/value
This study highlights the issues state-run enterprises face in building and managing a corporate brand and proposes an original model for SOEs' corporate brand development process.
Subject
Management of Technology and Innovation,Marketing
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