In the past, most companies have tried to create brand consistency. They didn't want their image to change much from year to year, so they used techniques that made their brands look as stable as possible. Today, companies take a different approach because they understand the necessity of evolving with market and cultural trends. This perspective has given rise to brand coherence, a technique that lets brands evolve but coordinates communication efforts to help people recognize a company whether they encounter it in a store, online, or in the media.
Great style guides tell writers, designers, marketers, and other professionals on your team how to shape their messages. It's an incredibly effective way to boost the visibility and success of your brand.
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