This document discusses developing brands and branding strategies. It defines what a brand name and branding are, and explains that branding differentiates a business from competitors. Good branding entices and builds loyalty among customers. Brand management involves tangible elements like products and packaging as well as intangible customer perceptions. An ideal brand name is short, simple, easy to spell/pronounce/remember, indicative of benefits, and adaptable. The document also discusses evolution of the McDonald's logo, umbrella branding to sell multiple associated products, house branding with individual brands, line extensions to add to existing products, and how branding influences all aspects of a business.