Brand architecture & portfolio · Core

Brand licensing

Also called: licensing

ELI5

Granting another party rights to use a brand under defined conditions.

Used in conversation

“The brand brief needs a concrete definition of brand licensing.”

Pitch context

You will see “Brand licensing” in brand decks, campaign plans, research reports and performance reviews when the discussion reaches brand architecture & portfolio.

Why it matters: In brand architecture & portfolio, a loose definition can change rights, obligations, approval, disclosure or enforceability.

Caution

Meaning, enforceability and required process vary by jurisdiction and agreement; this definition is not legal advice.

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