Ambushing Adidas: Nike’s ‘Write the Future’ Campaign

            
 
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Case Code : MKTG272 For delivery in electronic format: Rs. 500;
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Themes

Brand Management / Marketing Communication / Ambush Marketing
Case Length : 17 Pages
Period : 2010
Pub Date : 2011
Teaching Note : Not Available
Organization : Nike, Inc , Adidas-Salomon AG
Industry : Footwear/Apparel
Countries : Global

Abstract:

The case is about the ambush marketing strategy of US-based sportswear giant Nike, Inc (Nike) during the 2010 FIFA World Cup. It was reported that Nike generated more buzz and had a stronger connection with consumers than Adidas-Salomon AG (Adidas), the official sponsor of the tournament. This case talks about the different promotional approaches adopted by Nike during the FIFA World Cups. It describes in detail the ‘Write the Future’ campaign launched during the 2010 World Cup. According to analysts, the campaign which contained several TV ads and online videos featuring star athletes, was successful in building a massive online buzz for the Nike brand. The case discusses how Nike ambushed Adidas with its World Cup themed

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promotional campaigns and dominated Adidas in terms of brand identity. Experts felt that though Adidas had spent millions of dollars on becoming an official sponsor of the 2010 World Cup it had been unable to build up the pre World Cup momentum and was less effective in connecting with soccer fans and customers. The case concludes by discussing whether it is more beneficial to sponsor an event or to just ambush it through the creation of relevant and unofficial communication. The case is intended for the MBA/ MS level program as part of the Brand Management/ Marketing Communication curriculum.

Issues:

» Understand ambush marketing, and the various issues and challenges related to it
» Study the way Nike used ambush marketing during the FIFA World Cups to create brand value
» Compare and contrast the marketing strategies of Nike and Adidas during the 2010 World Cup
» Study the impact of the ‘Write the Future’ campaign
» Understand the importance of brand sponsorship

Contents:

  Page No.
Ambushed Yet Again! 1
Background Note 2
Adidas – The Official Sponsor 3
Nike’s Stint With The World Cup 4
‘Write the Future’ Campaign In 2010 7
Other Initiatives 8
Results 9
Official sponsor turning the table? 10
Outlook 11
Exhibits 11

Keywords:

Ambush marketing,Brand sponsorship,Brand communications ,Brand association,Brand identity,Brand value, pyramid of influence’Innovative marketing campaign ,Buzz marketing,Word of mouth strategy ,Social media channels,Product placement,FIFA World Cup branding,Nike,Adidas

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