Business Pitch Dictionary by pitch.dog
Brand architecture & portfolio · Working

Category extension

Also called: brand category extension

ELI5

Use of an existing brand to enter a substantially different category.

Used in conversation

“The work feels inconsistent because the team is using category extension in three different ways.”

Pitch context

You will see “Category extension” 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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