Guidelines

The Mind the Gap Report shines a light on changes in the media landscape in Germany between 2012 and 2020, contrasting Gen Z, Millennials, Gen X and Baby-boomers’ media behaviour. It is a good starting point from which to inform advertisers where they should prioritise and focus their experiments and learning agendas; to ensurebrands are more consumer-centric, and to give them the best opportunity to find new customers and grow their business.

The global pandemic has set off a chain reaction of shocks – from digital surge to brand loyalty shocks. Retail leaders navigating this time of exceptional uncertainly need steady focus to manage current challenges. In the future operating models and capabilities, that allow agility and efficiency to quickly capture pockets of growth, will be more relevant to retailers than ever before.

This report highlights how consumer are growing appetite for tech-forward experience are reshaping retail and why safety and convenience will continue to be critical.  

Covid-19 has created unprecedented disruption in every aspect of life including marketing and advertising. According to a recent study 70% of buyers have already adjusted or paused their planned ad spend, while 16% is still determining what actions to take. In this document we summarize some of the Industry’s best thinking in terms of advertising in times of crisis and we try to answer the key questions that block efficient marketing decision-making right now.