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Communication Research

Advertising and Concept Research

Refreshing Communication for a Global Ready-to-Eat Cereals Icon

The go-to cereal for active women, a global brand with strong presence in Greece, sought to evolve its communication strategy. The challenge: identify a brand ambassador and messaging approach capable of driving modernity and cultural relevance across television advertising and social media sponsored content.

Our Approach

Consumer focus groups & in-home experiential interviews to capture authentic insights.

Evaluation of ambassador options through the VisCAP Model (Visibility, Credibility, Attractiveness, Power) to ensure optimal resonance across channels.

Going the Extra Mile

Beyond pinpointing the most effective ambassador, we developed an “influencer ecosystem” strategy to complement TV and digital activations, amplifying the brand’s lifestyle positioning.

The Result

Significant market share growth

Uplift across all brand KPIs

Reinforced brand image of modernity, energy, and contemporary appeal

Premium Ice Cream Stick: Concept Testing and Repositioning Across the Balkans

The category-leading `indulgent, premium ice cream stick brand tasked us with testing a new concept and exploring brand repositioning across Greece and Bulgaria.

Our Approach

Unbranded qualitative concept testing

Identification of the most appealing route and replacement potential

Insights at both rational and emotional levels

Going the Extra Mile

We built key metrics and sales forecasts to guide strategic decisions and maximise impact across the region.

The Result

Confident sales projections for multiple scenarios

Successful new concept validation in both markets

Stronger premium positioning and loyalty in the Balkans

Reimagining a Global Baby Care Favorite

A premium, globally trusted baby care brand asked us to test its repositioning strategy in-market.

Our Approach

Home immersions to capture real-life usage and emotional drivers

Extended focus groups to explore perceptions of product, packaging, communication, and overall relevancy

Going the Extra Mile

Step-by-step guidance on communication materials and packaging to sharpen messaging for the target audience.

The Result

Successful brand repositioning that strengthened premium image and relevance

Insights that directly informed product, packaging, and communication strategy

Promotional Material Effectiveness: Targeted vs. Broad Audiences

The category leader in DIY furniture retailer asked us to test TVC appeal and the impact of targeting loyal members vs. the general audience.

Our Approach

Focus groups to explore reactions and potential barriers

Hall tests (CAPI) to measure attention, branding, effectiveness, and purchase intent

Going the Extra Mile

Benchmarked market trends, segmentation, and competitive landscape in multistore retail.

The Result

Forecasted sales impact of targeted vs. open advertising

Insights on consumer perceptions and motivation to purchase

Guidance to optimize tactical communication strategy

Usage & Attitude Studies

Nourishing Understanding: How COVID-19 Shaped Infant Nutrition in Mexico

A leading global dairy cooperative with a strong heritage in infant nutrition asked us to assess how COVID-19 shaped attitudes and behaviours around powder milk formula in Mexico.

Our Objectives

Capture the “mood of the nation” during COVID-19

Track category changes and shifts in brand perception

Diagnose competition and marketing mix effectiveness

Our Approach

Qualitative: Focus groups with mothers, in-depth interviews with pediatricians & pharma executives

Quantitative: Online consumer survey (CAWI)

The Solution

Market and competition map, including SWOT of major players

Analysis of attitudinal and behavioural changes driven by COVID-19

Going the Extra Mile

Tailored reports for mothers and pediatricians, providing deep insight into each group’s behaviours and expectations

The Result

Clear mapping of consumer and doctor expectations

Strategic guidance to help the client strengthen connections with healthcare professionals and families

Driving Consumer Choice: Attitudes & Behaviours in the Car Market

A leading automotive player asked us to explore how consumers perceive car segments, brands, and communication strategies in today’s market.

Our Objectives

Track shifts across segments: saloon, SUV, sports cars, crossovers

Diagnose brand and competition performance through marketing mix

Understand the consumer journey and selection criteria

Evaluate communication strategies across brands

Our Approach

Qualitative focus groups with quotas across major car brands

The Solution

Complete market and competition map, including SWOT of key players

Insights into attitudinal and behavioural shifts across car segments

Comparative evaluation of brand communication effectiveness

Going the Extra Mile

Identified emotional connections and deep value drivers within the category

Mapped need states linked to each car segment and communication style

The Result

Clear strategic guidance for brand positioning and future direction

Freshly Baked Perspectives: Consumer Behaviour in the Pastry Category

A leading player in the pastry market asked us to explore consumer attitudes, behaviours, and category dynamics.

Our Objectives

Track shifts across pastry segments (cheese pies, spinach pies, etc.)

Diagnose brand and competition performance through marketing mix

Understand the consumer journey and selection criteria

Our Approach

Qualitative focus groups with quotas across major pastry brands

The Solution

Complete market and competition map, including SWOT of key players

Insights into attitudinal and behavioural changes within the pastry category

Going the Extra Mile

Explored emotional connections and deep category values

Suggested new flavor combinations aligned with consumer preferences

The Result

Clear strategic guidance for brand positioning and new product development

Sipping Change: How Greeks Are Adopting Plant-Based Beverages

A leading player in the plant-based beverages category asked us to explore consumer attitudes, behaviours, and evolving trends in Greece.

Our Objectives

Track changes in category consumption and perception

Diagnose brand and competition performance through marketing mix

Understand the consumer journey and selection criteria

Monitor the acceptance of plant-based beverages beyond fasting periods

Our Approach

Qualitative: Extended focus groups with quotas across major brands

Quantitative: Household interviews (CAPI) with targeted respondents

The Solution

Complete market and competition map, including SWOT of key players

Insights into attitudinal and behavioural shifts in the category

Analysis of market evolution beyond seasonal or fasting-driven consumption

Going the Extra Mile

Explored emotional connections and deep category values

Forecasted future scenarios and trends to inform strategic planning

The Result

Identification of nutritional and lifestyle trends

Strategic guidance for new product development and category positioning

New Product/Concept positioning Research

Redefining Luxury: Positioning Athens’ Premier Shopping Destination

A leading developer asked us to evaluate the positioning, concept, naming, and logo of a new luxury shopping mall in Greece.

Our Objectives

Understand attitudes and behaviours towards shopping destinations

Explore selection criteria and motives for choosing shopping centres

Assess the luxury mall concept, naming, and logo

Our Approach

Qualitative focus groups with targeted consumer quotas

The Solution

Developed the Greek shopper profile: shopping occasions, categories, brands, and destinations

Mapped consumer stance towards malls and their willingness to adopt a new destination

Evaluated naming and logo alternatives

Going the Extra Mile

Identified emotional and rational drivers tied to shopping destinations

The Result

Successful launch of the largest luxury shopping mall in Athens

Recognition at the European Shopping Centre Awards

Formula for Success: Introducing a Global Infant Nutrition Brand in Iran

A leading global infant nutrition brand asked us to explore the opportunity for introducing its product in Iran, evaluating category dynamics, consumer behaviour, and potential positioning.

Our Objectives

Understand attitudes, behaviours, and decision-making around infant nutrition in Iran

Identify main influencers and selection criteria

Examine the infant powder milk formula category: usage, triggers, barriers, and brand dynamics

Map brand awareness, usage, and equities of competitors

Assess opportunity for positioning the established Western brand in Iran

Our Approach

Qualitative: Extended focus groups in Tehran

The Solution

Established category understanding: who, when, why, and how long consumers use infant formula

Identified rational and emotional drivers of category consumption

Market mapping of brands, competition, and marketing mix

Examined concept introduction strategies for the Iranian market

Going the Extra Mile

Uncovered market gaps and positioning opportunities for the brand

Developed targeted positioning strategies based on trends and consumer insights

The Result

Clear evaluation of whether and how the brand should enter the Iranian market

Quantitative Research

Mystery Aboard: Measuring Crew Performance and Traveler Satisfaction

A fund owning the leading commercial and tourist shipping companies in Greece and the Balkans asked us to assess crew service levels and overall traveler experience.

Our Objectives

Evaluate the traveler journey before the trip, during boarding, onboard, and at debarkation

Identify service strengths and areas for improvement across ships

Our Approach

Quantitative: Mystery shopping

Visits across vessels and dates, conducted in waves by different shoppers

The Solution

Evaluated service performance for each shipping company

Compared expected behaviors with actual crew performance using a scoring system

Highlighted main issues reducing evaluation scores for management attention

Assessed vessel interiors against traveler expectations

Going the Extra Mile

Presented traveler verbatims and impressions to management to capture the passenger perspective

The Result

Successful vessel restorations and addition of newer ships

Refresher courses introduced for staff to improve service quality

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