VisionsLive - a provider of online market research tools and services - decided in late 2015, to carry out an un-commissioned piece of research to use as a case study for the online qualitative approach.
The company and brand chosen for this was the global transportation company phenomenon – UBER.
UBER has since changed brand identity, however this piece of research (which was carried out prior to the company’s rebrand), goes some way to validate retrospectively, that these innovative entrepreneurs managed to anticipate the needs of their customers in their quest to drive the brand forward in the global marketplace.
The document also uncovers some quite startling and revealing observations in the way that qualitative research aspires to deliver - not only just information, but also to provide meaningful and actionable insights into what consumers truly think and want by using effective techniques designed to tap into their deeper thoughts and emotions.
8 things Uber can teach you about product designHamish Vallabh
It’s amazing to think that Uber was founded just six years ago, and has been running in the UK for just three. In a relatively short space of time, Uber has turned the car service industry on its head, and at the same time firmly embedded itself into the habitual life of its users.
A highly imaginative and disruptive company, Uber provides a service that hits all the right notes, and an app that is a joy to use. So it’s easy to see why, for many of us, once you start using Uber, you don't look back.
Crucially, Uber didn’t do this by changing the vehicle or retraining drivers. Instead, it built an app that fundamentally changed how we order, meet, and pay for a car.
By taking a broader view of what a car service could be, Uber was able to totally reimagine the entire experience - offering relentless reliability and a seamless system that addressed many of the issues that plagued the ‘analogue’ taxi experience.
With Uber's astronomical success in mind, I have broken down in the deck below the eight essential lessons that I think everyone involved in product and service design can take from one of the world's most successful 'habit-forming' companies.
Everything has already been said about Uber. Or has it? Both fascinating and repulsive, closely watched by the media and politicians, the Californian unicorn’s growth model hasn’t been spared any sort of criticism.
And yet, valued at $68 billion, the firm mesmerizes VCs as never seen before and inspires every week countless articles, op-eds, infographics and columns – not including numerous bills… It’s because, just like the whole digital revolution, Uber questions every habit, system, model and belief.
In order to go beyond these debates, FABERNOVEL offers an analysis devoid of any political or ideological consideration, a study to understand Uber’s growth model – that we see as viral – and to delve as much as possible into its success factors.
If you’re interested in our work and you wish to organize a presentation for your team, just send us a message at hello at fabernovel.com
The Story of Uber In Communicating To Its Key Stakeholders In Singapore On Th...Isaac Ahmad
Our ultimate aim is to communicate how Uber can contribute
effectively in the “sharing economy” and align its business objectives to drive higher revenue
Uber might provoke controversy, but there is no doubting the fact that it has been one of the most disruptive companies in the last decade. In this useful deck, our Mobile Product Strategist, Hamish Vallabh, outlines eight key things about great product design that you can learn from straight from one of the best 'habit-forming' services.
8 things Uber can teach you about product designHamish Vallabh
It’s amazing to think that Uber was founded just six years ago, and has been running in the UK for just three. In a relatively short space of time, Uber has turned the car service industry on its head, and at the same time firmly embedded itself into the habitual life of its users.
A highly imaginative and disruptive company, Uber provides a service that hits all the right notes, and an app that is a joy to use. So it’s easy to see why, for many of us, once you start using Uber, you don't look back.
Crucially, Uber didn’t do this by changing the vehicle or retraining drivers. Instead, it built an app that fundamentally changed how we order, meet, and pay for a car.
By taking a broader view of what a car service could be, Uber was able to totally reimagine the entire experience - offering relentless reliability and a seamless system that addressed many of the issues that plagued the ‘analogue’ taxi experience.
With Uber's astronomical success in mind, I have broken down in the deck below the eight essential lessons that I think everyone involved in product and service design can take from one of the world's most successful 'habit-forming' companies.
Everything has already been said about Uber. Or has it? Both fascinating and repulsive, closely watched by the media and politicians, the Californian unicorn’s growth model hasn’t been spared any sort of criticism.
And yet, valued at $68 billion, the firm mesmerizes VCs as never seen before and inspires every week countless articles, op-eds, infographics and columns – not including numerous bills… It’s because, just like the whole digital revolution, Uber questions every habit, system, model and belief.
In order to go beyond these debates, FABERNOVEL offers an analysis devoid of any political or ideological consideration, a study to understand Uber’s growth model – that we see as viral – and to delve as much as possible into its success factors.
If you’re interested in our work and you wish to organize a presentation for your team, just send us a message at hello at fabernovel.com
The Story of Uber In Communicating To Its Key Stakeholders In Singapore On Th...Isaac Ahmad
Our ultimate aim is to communicate how Uber can contribute
effectively in the “sharing economy” and align its business objectives to drive higher revenue
Uber might provoke controversy, but there is no doubting the fact that it has been one of the most disruptive companies in the last decade. In this useful deck, our Mobile Product Strategist, Hamish Vallabh, outlines eight key things about great product design that you can learn from straight from one of the best 'habit-forming' services.
Uber in China: What's next? (Study from DDIM 10 class)Alessio Mascolo
DDIM 10
Uber entered in the chinese market in 2013. They have launched in the market Uber Black, UberX, People's Uber (a non for profit private car sharing) and other customized products such as UberGreen. Despite all the money they spent, today Uber has only 8,2% of the market in China and its major competitor DidiKuaidi owns more than 78% of the market share. Our work is focused on the analysis of the various options, the selection of the best one according to cost criteria and results in terms of level of competiton. Then we build a 10-years action plan. Slide are available on slideshare.com
The 'Uber-Economy': how marketplaces empowering casual workers disrupt incumb...FrenchWeb.fr
Qu'est-ce qui distingue l'évolution progressive d'un secteur, amené à intégrer le digital à son coeur de métier d'une véritable «ubérisation»? C'est à cette question qu'a souhaité répondre la banque d'affaires Clipperton avec son rapport.
In this presentation , we try to understand the business model of Uber with digital strategy as the backbone. Also we look into the financial strategy of Uber , the challenges it is facing
Analysis UBER's strategy.
1. Define the problem UBER has tried to solve. (from both supplier and consumer's points of view)
2. Transportation industry(Taxi) before UBER
3. How UBER business actually works
4. Their international strategy
5. Five forces analysis
6. Challenges and suggestions
This presentation was made on the 15th June at the Shared and App Based Transport Innovation Seminar, organised by the Institute for Sensible Transport.
Professor Currie is based at Monash University.
Uber created a new market which in initial stages was uncontested market space but in the growth stage competitors flooded the market but most of the competitors are irrelevant to Uber as the company is not only dominating the market but also fast expanding across the globe.
Uber for business imc final presentationJorge Tatto
Despite the advantages offered by Uber for Business, it has faltered in its adoption. Uber approached us to help them with the following specific problems that are addressed in this report:
• Low awareness of Uber for Business service amongst business community
• Adoption resistance due to constant media attention
• Dormant accounts, low activity after signup
• Incomplete employee account activation
In terms of results, we were given a few objectives to cover by Uber that will be addressed with our integrated marketing communications strategy:
• Improve signups of businesses on a per week basis
• Encourage dormant accounts to be active and increase the average rides per active account per week
Crowdsourced idea generation and validation
H@tch allows you to generate and/or validate ideas and solutions with a crowd of highly profiled consumers.
- Use the crowd to generate and rate messaging, products, imagery, naming/branding and more
- Relevancy, originality and appeal testing
- Early-stage idea screening, validation and optimisation
Watch as ideas from the crowd come onto a pin-board in real-time, and sort them by your own rating criteria. Mix your own ideas in with those of the crowd and let the crowd validate and stretch them – may the best idea win!
Uber in China: What's next? (Study from DDIM 10 class)Alessio Mascolo
DDIM 10
Uber entered in the chinese market in 2013. They have launched in the market Uber Black, UberX, People's Uber (a non for profit private car sharing) and other customized products such as UberGreen. Despite all the money they spent, today Uber has only 8,2% of the market in China and its major competitor DidiKuaidi owns more than 78% of the market share. Our work is focused on the analysis of the various options, the selection of the best one according to cost criteria and results in terms of level of competiton. Then we build a 10-years action plan. Slide are available on slideshare.com
The 'Uber-Economy': how marketplaces empowering casual workers disrupt incumb...FrenchWeb.fr
Qu'est-ce qui distingue l'évolution progressive d'un secteur, amené à intégrer le digital à son coeur de métier d'une véritable «ubérisation»? C'est à cette question qu'a souhaité répondre la banque d'affaires Clipperton avec son rapport.
In this presentation , we try to understand the business model of Uber with digital strategy as the backbone. Also we look into the financial strategy of Uber , the challenges it is facing
Analysis UBER's strategy.
1. Define the problem UBER has tried to solve. (from both supplier and consumer's points of view)
2. Transportation industry(Taxi) before UBER
3. How UBER business actually works
4. Their international strategy
5. Five forces analysis
6. Challenges and suggestions
This presentation was made on the 15th June at the Shared and App Based Transport Innovation Seminar, organised by the Institute for Sensible Transport.
Professor Currie is based at Monash University.
Uber created a new market which in initial stages was uncontested market space but in the growth stage competitors flooded the market but most of the competitors are irrelevant to Uber as the company is not only dominating the market but also fast expanding across the globe.
Uber for business imc final presentationJorge Tatto
Despite the advantages offered by Uber for Business, it has faltered in its adoption. Uber approached us to help them with the following specific problems that are addressed in this report:
• Low awareness of Uber for Business service amongst business community
• Adoption resistance due to constant media attention
• Dormant accounts, low activity after signup
• Incomplete employee account activation
In terms of results, we were given a few objectives to cover by Uber that will be addressed with our integrated marketing communications strategy:
• Improve signups of businesses on a per week basis
• Encourage dormant accounts to be active and increase the average rides per active account per week
Crowdsourced idea generation and validation
H@tch allows you to generate and/or validate ideas and solutions with a crowd of highly profiled consumers.
- Use the crowd to generate and rate messaging, products, imagery, naming/branding and more
- Relevancy, originality and appeal testing
- Early-stage idea screening, validation and optimisation
Watch as ideas from the crowd come onto a pin-board in real-time, and sort them by your own rating criteria. Mix your own ideas in with those of the crowd and let the crowd validate and stretch them – may the best idea win!
Visionslive - How to Create and Run your First Live SessionVisionsLive
Creating your first focus group
This is a short guide on how to create and run your first live session, and will include:
• How a session room is prepared – including loading and preparation of stimulus on the whiteboards (including video and images)
• Loading of the discussion guide
• How you save a template of your Session Room to use the same content for other groups and focus groups.
Online Qualitative Research made simple
VisionsLive has created the leading platform for conducting online qualitative research. Connect and engage with the right people through real online social interactions, to get the insight you need, fast. With our easy-to-use platform you can bring a group of people together across all digital platforms in 32 languages, to evaluate an ad, test a product concept, co-create new ideas, or explore their lives -- all with a few simple clicks. Use the V+ Platform and create research that’s truly global.
MKTG1203 presentation "Uber on women's safety"MKTG1203
Marketing Assignment for MKTG1203 at the University of Western Australia. We are looking at Ubers marketing strategies towards women, was to improve them
Tactical Brand Marketing Plan - UBER Munich, GermanyEvelyn Sindermann
A market analysis of UBER in the German market (Munich) with recommendations for a tactical brand strategy that increases revenue to €8.2M by the end of 2015 and doubles the market share to 14.8% by 2020.
Ride Sharing App Development- A Gateway to Enhance Travel & Tourism Industry.pdfTechugo
Many fundamental steps are required to create ridesharing apps that are unique and effective. This includes conducting market research, selecting key features, and estimating costs.
There must be two panels, one for riders/passengers and another for drivers. This divides the fundamental elements required to build a rideshare management app.
This article will discuss the features you need to include when working with a ride sharing app development company such as Techugo to build a rideshare app.
The Next Big Thing in Transportation Exploring the Growing Demand for Uber Cl...Grepix Infotech Pvt. Ltd.
In today’s fast-paced world, transportation has evolved beyond traditional means, and the demand for innovative solutions is on the rise. Enter the era of Uber clone, the next big thing in transportation. These revolutionary platforms offer a convenient and efficient way for people to book rides on demand, transforming the way we travel. As the popularity of ride-hailing services continues to soar, entrepreneurs and businesses are recognizing the immense potential of developing their own Uber-like apps. With its user-friendly interface, seamless navigation, and real-time tracking features, an Uber clone app ensures a smooth and hassle-free experience for both riders and drivers. Moreover, it opens up new avenues for revenue generation and business expansion. Whether you’re a startup looking to disrupt the transportation industry or an established business seeking to diversify your offerings, now is the time to explore the growing demand for Uber clone app solutions. Get on board, and be part of the transportation revolution that is shaping the future.
The Rise Of Ride-sharing Apps And Their Impact On The Transportation Industry
The advent of ride-sharing apps like Uber has revolutionized the way we travel. These apps have disrupted the traditional taxi industry by offering a more convenient and cost-effective alternative. With just a few taps on their smartphones, users can request a ride and have a driver pick them up within minutes. This on-demand service has not only provided greater convenience for riders but has also created new opportunities for drivers to earn a flexible income.
Ride-sharing apps have also had a significant impact on the transportation industry as a whole. They have helped alleviate traffic congestion in urban areas by reducing the number of private vehicles on the road. Additionally, they have contributed to a decrease in carbon emissions, as ride-sharing services typically involve more efficient routing and vehicle utilization. As a result, governments and municipalities around the world are increasingly embracing these platforms as a means to improve transportation efficiency and sustainability.
The success of ride-sharing apps like Uber has paved the way for the development of Uber clone app solutions. These solutions aim to replicate the core features and functionality of Uber, allowing entrepreneurs and businesses to create their ride-hailing platforms. By leveraging the proven business model and technology behind Uber, these clone apps offer a fast and cost-effective way to enter the ride-sharing market and tap into its immense potential.
Benefits Of Using Uber Clone App Solutions For Entrepreneurs And Businesses
The growing demand for Uber clone app solutions can be attributed to the numerous benefits they offer to entrepreneurs and businesses. Firstly, these solutions provide a ready-made platform that can be customized to suit specific business requirements.
The presentation describes the business model canvas of UBER as a part of the Entrepreneurship and Innovation Module wherein the Problems faced by UBER is mentioned along with the Recommendations which they can follow in order to improve the companies performance.
SWOT Analysis: Uber
MBA 686
SWOT ANALYSIS: UBER
John Brooks, Sara Vong, Ade Adesida, & Tyler Frankenfield. ATSJ Marketing.
Benedictine University
STRENGTHS
The name Uber is synonymous with the ride service market. Uber has enjoyed and capitalized upon first to market advantages. Although Uber isn’t a market disrupter by the strictest definition, as some have ascribed to it, it has completely changed the ride service market, which has long been dominated by cab companies (Christensen, Raynor, & McDonald, 2015). Uber has distinct advantages over traditional cab companies, where in many cities; expensive tokens are required to operate (Salmon, 2011). The tokens also serve to limit the fleet of cabs available, which is not in the best interest of consumers. Consumers have noticed this, and as such have voted with their wallets. Uber drivers use their own vehicles, which makes for a large fleet. This means supply is not a limiting factor. Unlike cab companies, Uber does not have employees, rather it has independent contractors. This helps reduce overhead costs even more, which are already low. This allows Uber to pass along better pay to drivers, and better rates to consumers (Worstall, 2014). In addition to saving money, consumers benefit from the user friendly nature of being able to pull out a smart phone, and have a driver there to pick them up within minutes. Other conveniences include the ease of payment via the app, a rating system that allows users to select highly rated drivers, and customers can choose the level of service (SUV, taxi, black car, etc.….). Although there is much debate about exactly what Uber’s current value is, there is no debate about whether or not it is a successful and valuable company. This makes it an attractive company for many investors. In fact, earlier this year Uber raised $3.5 billion from the Saudi Sovereign Wealth Fund (Konrad, 2016). All signs point to Uber being primed for expansion into new markets.
WEAKNESSES
Uber’s business process and product are simple and easily replicated, and there is nothing Uber can do to stop competitors from eating into their market share (Chan, 2015). Uber may have gained a first mover advantage in the ride sharing market, but with no barriers to entry, the market will become even more competitive. Internationally, Uber has shown a weak knowledge of local markets. As evidenced by the recent sale of Uber China to local rival Didi Chuxing, local strategies are required for local markets (Somerville, 2016). Uber tried to use strategies that were successful in other markets and rushed entry into China and Indonesia without an understanding of the culture, business dynamics and consumers (Somerville, 2016). Uber has already made significant investments in their technology and research and development, and have undergone a trial and error period that new startups will not have to endure because they can learn from Uber’s mistakes and costs to their reputation. Bei ...
the revitalization of the consumer to consumer economy via the share economy. Uber, BitCoin, AirbnB, etc. have enabled people to connect with consumers to buy and sell products and services.
How Much Does it Cost to Make a Ride-Hailing App Similar to Bolt.pdfPeppyOcean
A ride-hailing app, also known as a ride-sharing or taxi app, is a mobile application that connects passengers in need of transportation with drivers who offer their services through the platform. If you are thinking of entering in taxi industry with your app then launch your Bolt app clone. Must explore this guide and learn all about taxi app development like the Bolt app.
Ninety Consulting: The Omnichannel InsurerDan White
Some insurers are already pursuing omnichannel, but other sectors, e.g. retail, are seen as more advanced and could yield lessons for insurers. In Part 1 of this two-part paper, we look at some of the initiatives and issues that are emerging as insurers try to move to an omnichannel approach. In Part 2, released separately, we look at examples and lessons from other sectors and try to answer the question ‘What can insurers learn about omnichannel from other industry sectors?’ We will conclude by making some keynote recommendations and predictions about the changing nature of omnichannel and its impact on the insurance sector.
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Monthly Social Media News Update May 2024Andy Lambert
TL;DR. These are the three themes that stood out to us over the course of last month.
1️⃣ Social media is becoming increasingly significant for brand discovery. Marketers are now understanding the impact of social and budgets are shifting accordingly.
2️⃣ Instagram’s new algorithm and latest guidance will help us maintain organic growth. Instagram continues to evolve, but Reels remains the most crucial tool for growth.
3️⃣ Collaboration will help us unlock growth. Who we work with will define how fast we grow. Meta continues to evolve their Creator Marketplace and now TikTok are beginning to push ‘collabs’ more too.
Top 3 Ways to Align Sales and Marketing Teams for Rapid GrowthDemandbase
In this session, Demandbase’s Stephanie Quinn, Sr. Director of Integrated and Digital Marketing, Devin Rosenberg, Director of Sales, and Kevin Rooney, Senior Director of Sales Development will share how sales and marketing shapes their day-to-day and what key areas are needed for true alignment.
Core Web Vitals SEO Workshop - improve your performance [pdf]Peter Mead
Core Web Vitals to improve your website performance for better SEO results with CWV.
CWV Topics include:
- Understanding the latest Core Web Vitals including the significance of LCP, INP and CLS + their impact on SEO
- Optimisation techniques from our experts on how to improve your CWV on platforms like WordPress and WP Engine
- The impact of user experience and SEO
For too many years marketing and sales have operated in silos...while in some forward thinking companies, the two organizations work together to drive new opportunity development and revenue. This session will explore the lessons learned in that beautiful dance that can occur when marketing and sales work together...to drive new opportunity development, account expansion and customer satisfaction.
No, this is not a conversation about MQLs and SQLs. Instead we will focus on a framework that allows the two organizations to drive company success together.
Digital Commerce Lecture for Advanced Digital & Social Media Strategy at UCLA...Valters Lauzums
E-commerce in 2024 is characterized by a dynamic blend of opportunities and significant challenges. Supply chain disruptions and inventory shortages are critical issues, leading to increased shipping delays and rising costs, which impact timely delivery and squeeze profit margins. Efficient logistics management is essential, yet it is often hampered by these external factors. Payment processing, while needing to ensure security and user convenience, grapples with preventing fraud and integrating diverse payment methods, adding another layer of complexity. Furthermore, fulfillment operations require a streamlined approach to handle volume spikes and maintain accuracy in order picking, packing, and shipping, all while meeting customers' heightened expectations for faster delivery times.
Amid these operational challenges, customer data has emerged as an important strategy. By focusing on personalization and enhancing customer experience from historical behavior, businesses can deliver improved website and brand experienced, better product recommendations, optimal promotions, and content to meet individual preferences. Better data analytics can also help in effectively creating marketing campaigns, improving customer retention, and driving product development and inventory management.
Innovative formats such as social commerce and live shopping are beginning to impact the digital commerce landscape, offering new ways to engage with customers and drive sales, and may provide opportunity for brands that have been priced out or seen a downturn with post-pandemic shopping behavior. Social commerce integrates shopping experiences directly into social media platforms, tapping into the massive user bases of these networks to increase reach and engagement. Live shopping, on the other hand, combines entertainment and real-time interaction, providing a dynamic platform for showcasing products and encouraging immediate purchases. These innovations not only enhance customer engagement but also provide valuable data for businesses to refine their strategies and deliver superior shopping experiences.
The e-commerce sector is evolving rapidly, and businesses that effectively manage operational challenges and implement innovative strategies are best positioned for long-term success.
Is AI-Generated Content the Future of Content Creation?Cut-the-SaaS
Discover the transformative power of AI in content creation with our presentation, "Is AI-Generated Content the Future of Content Creation?" by Puran Parsani, CEO & Editor of Cut-The-SaaS. Learn how AI-generated content is revolutionizing marketing, publishing, education, healthcare, and finance by offering unprecedented efficiency, creativity, and scalability.
Understanding
AI-Generated Content:
AI-generated content includes text, images, videos, and audio produced by AI without direct human involvement. This technology leverages large datasets to create contextually relevant and coherent material, streamlining content production.
Key Benefits:
Content Creation: Rapidly generate high-quality content for blogs, articles, and social media.
Brainstorming: AI simulates conversations to inspire creative ideas.
Research Assistance: Efficiently summarize and research information.
Market Insights:
The content marketing industry is projected to grow to $17.6 billion by 2032, with AI-generated content expected to dominate over 55% of the market.
Case Study: CNET’s AI Content Controversy:
CNET’s use of AI for news articles led to public scrutiny due to factual inaccuracies, highlighting the need for transparency and human oversight.
Benefits Across Industries:
Marketing: Personalize content at scale and optimize engagement with predictive analytics.
Publishing: Automate content creation for faster publication cycles.
Education: Efficiently generate educational materials.
Healthcare: Create accurate content for patients and professionals.
Finance: Produce timely financial content for decision-making.
Challenges and Ethical Considerations:
Transparency: Disclose AI use to maintain trust.
Bias: Address potential AI biases with diverse datasets.
SEO: Ensure AI content meets SEO standards.
Quality: Maintain high standards to prevent misinformation.
Conclusion:
AI-generated content offers significant benefits in efficiency, personalization, and scalability. However, ethical considerations and quality assurance are crucial for responsible use. Explore the future of content creation with us and see how AI is transforming various industries.
Connect with Us:
Follow Cut-The-SaaS on LinkedIn, Instagram, YouTube, Twitter, and Medium. Visit cut-the-saas.com for more insights and resources.
Most small businesses struggle to see marketing results. In this session, we will eliminate any confusion about what to do next, solving your marketing problems so your business can thrive. You’ll learn how to create a foundational marketing OS (operating system) based on neuroscience and backed by real-world results. You’ll be taught how to develop deep customer connections, and how to have your CRM dynamically segment and sell at any stage in the customer’s journey. By the end of the session, you’ll remove confusion and chaos and replace it with clarity and confidence for long-term marketing success.
Key Takeaways:
• Uncover the power of a foundational marketing system that dynamically communicates with prospects and customers on autopilot.
• Harness neuroscience and Tribal Alignment to transform your communication strategies, turning potential clients into fans and those fans into loyal customers.
• Discover the art of automated segmentation, pinpointing your most lucrative customers and identifying the optimal moments for successful conversions.
• Streamline your business with a content production plan that eliminates guesswork, wasted time, and money.
How to Use AI to Write a High-Quality Article that Ranksminatamang0021
In the world of content creation, many AI bloggers have drifted away from their original vision, resulting in low-quality articles that search engines overlook. Don't let that happen to you! Join us to discover how to leverage AI tools effectively to craft high-quality content that not only captures your audience's attention but also ranks well on search engines.
Disclaimer: Some of the prompts mentioned here are the examples of Matt Diggity. Please use it as reference and make your own custom prompts.
Short video marketing has sweeped the nation and is the fastest way to build an online brand on social media in 2024. In this session you will learn:- What is short video marketing- Which platforms work best for your business- Content strategies that are on brand for your business- How to sell organically without paying for ads.
10 Video Ideas Any Business Can Make RIGHT NOW!
You'll never draw a blank again on what kind of video to make for your business. Go beyond the basic categories and truly reimagine a brand new advanced way to brainstorm video content creation. During this masterclass you'll be challenged to think creatively and outside of the box and view your videos through lenses you may have never thought of previously. It's guaranteed that you'll leave with more than 10 video ideas, but I like to under-promise and over-deliver. Don't miss this session.
Key Takeaways:
How to use the Video Matrix
How to use additional "Lenses"
Where to source original video ideas
A.I. (artificial intelligence) platforms are popping up all the time, and many of them can and should be used to help grow your brand, increase your sales and decrease your marketing costs.In this presentation:We will review some of the best AI platforms that are available for you to use.We will interact with some of the platforms in real-time, so attendees can see how they work.We will also look at some current brands that are using AI to help them create marketing messages, saving them time and money in the process. Lastly, we will discuss the pros and cons of using AI in marketing & branding and have a lively conversation that includes comments from the audience.
Key Takeaways:
Attendees will learn about LLM platforms, like ChatGPT, and how they work, with preset examples and real time interactions with the platform. Attendees will learn about other AI platforms that are creating graphic design elements at the push of a button...pre-set examples and real-time interactions.Attendees will discuss the pros & cons of AI in marketing + branding and share their perspectives with one another. Attendees will learn about the cost savings and the time savings associated with using AI, should they choose to.
Most small businesses struggle to see marketing results. In this session, we will eliminate any confusion about what to do next, solving your marketing problems so your business can thrive. You’ll learn how to create a foundational marketing OS (operating system) based on neuroscience and backed by real-world results. You’ll be taught how to develop deep customer connections, and how to have your CRM dynamically segment and sell at any stage in the customer’s journey. By the end of the session, you’ll remove confusion and chaos and replace it with clarity and confidence for long-term marketing success.
Key Takeaways:
• Uncover the power of a foundational marketing system that dynamically communicates with prospects and customers on autopilot.
• Harness neuroscience and Tribal Alignment to transform your communication strategies, turning potential clients into fans and those fans into loyal customers.
• Discover the art of automated segmentation, pinpointing your most lucrative customers and identifying the optimal moments for successful conversions.
• Streamline your business with a content production plan that eliminates guesswork, wasted time, and money.
SEO as the Backbone of Digital MarketingFelipe Bazon
In this talk Felipe Bazon will share how him and his team at Hedgehog Digital share our journey of making C-Levels alike, specially CMOS realize that SEO is the backbone of digital marketing by showing how SEO can contribute to brand awareness, reputation and authority and above all how to use SEO to create more robust global marketing strategies.
Everyone knows the power of stories, but when asked to come up with them, we struggle. Either we second guess ourselves as to the story's relevance, or we just come up blank and can't think of any. Unlocking Everyday Narratives: The Power of Storytelling in Marketing will teach you how to recognize stories in the moment and to recall forgotten moments that your audience needs to hear.
Key Takeaways:
Understand Why Personal Stories Connect Better
How To Remember Forgotten Stories
How To Use Customer Experiences As Stories For Your Brand
Digital marketing is the art and science of promoting products or services using digital channels to reach and engage with potential customers. It encompasses a wide range of online tactics and strategies aimed at increasing brand visibility, driving website traffic, generating leads, and ultimately, converting those leads into customers.
https://nidmindia.com/
It's another new era of digital and marketers are faced with making big bets on their digital strategy. If you are looking at modernizing your tech stack to support your digital evolution, there are a few can't miss (often overlooked) areas that should be part of every conversation. We'll cover setting your vision, avoiding siloes, adding a democratized approach to data strategy, localization, creating critical governance requirements and more. Attendees will walk away with actions they can take into initiatives they are running today and consider for the future.
The digital marketing industry is changing faster than ever and those who don’t adapt with the times are losing market share. Where should marketers be focusing their efforts? What strategies are the experts seeing get the best results? Get up-to-speed with the latest industry insights, trends and predictions for the future in this panel discussion with some leading digital marketing experts.
2. Section One: Introduction and brief
Introduction 3
About UBER 4
1. Target audience? 4
1.1 Research objective? 5
1.2 Any specifics? 5
1.3 Stimulus material 5
1.4 Analysis 5
Section Two:
2. Executive summary 6
2.1 Primary positive usp’s 6
2.2 Contributing plus factors 6
2.3 Negative comments 6
2.4 Recommendations / suggestions for improvement 7
2.5 Others over UBER? 7
Section Three: Key findings & implications
3. Brand awareness 8
3.1 Brand integrity 8
3.2 Pricing 9
3.3 Customer acquisition and retention 9
Section Four:
4. Detailed findings with verbatims 10
4.1 Is UBER competitively priced? 11
4.2 Reactions to UBER advert featuring car & app 12
4.3 Advertisement 2 – Moving People 13
4.4 Concerns about safety 15
4.5 About the commercial 16
4.6 Appeal to others – make UBER more attractive 17
4.7 UBER as a person 18
Section Five: Online research products and services available
5. V+ Focus Groups 20
5.1 V+ Boards 20
5.2 V+ Mobile 21
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Contents
3. Section One: Introduction and brief
Introduction
VisionsLive – a provider of online market research tools and services – decided in late 2015, to carry out
an un-commissioned piece of research to use as a case study for the online qualitative approach.
The company and brand chosen for this was the global transportation company phenomenon – UBER.
UBER has since changed brand identity, however this piece of research (which was carried out prior to
the company’s rebrand), interestingly goes some way to validate retrospectively, that these innovative
entrepreneurs have managed to anticipate the needs of their customers in their quest to continually
drive the brand forward in the global marketplace.
However it has also uncovered some quite startling and revealing observations in the way that qualitative
research aspires to deliver – not only just information, but also to provide meaningful and actionable
insights into what consumers truly think and want by using effective techniques designed to tap into
their deeper thoughts and emotions.
Much has been / is written and reported about UBER from a lobbyist or strategic viewpoint; London
Taxi Company, Transport for London, global technical, financial and news media and of course UBER
themselves. However, not much has been put forward or has been visible from a consumer angle – some
would argue that the technology and service just works.
Recently, interested groups have been taking more action to challenge UBER’s activities and in essence
their core business model; in many countries taxi drivers who have protested on the streets that UBER
has ridden rough shod over the licencing laws ie that they are not playing by the rules in terms of official
transport regulations.
These episodes have been well documented in the press and have acted as a reference point for
this brief. As far as we know, there has been no online qualitative research conducted with UBER
customers so this brief is concerned solely with UBER consumers using the service in the
Greater London area.
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4. 1. Target Audience?
Consumer segments to be targeted/ sourced:
Males and females – 17 to 65 split by 17-35, 36+
Personal users living in Greater London and commuting – UBER account holders only
No database or source currently exists
Research focused on a sample size of 30 people
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Whether you’re headed to Shoreditch, Chelsea, or to Heathrow, the
Uber app connects you with a reliable ride – from low-cost to premium
– in minutes. Payment is automatic through the app and fares are
usually cheaper than a taxi.
About UBER
UBER was founded in 2009 and is an American international transportation network company
headquartered in San Francisco, California. The founders are Travis Kalanick and Garrett Camp.
The company is evolving the way the world moves. By seamlessly connecting riders to drivers through
their app, they make cities more accessible, opening up more possibilities for riders and more business
for drivers. UBER says that their rapidly expanding global presence continues to bring people and their
cities closer. www.uber.com
5. 1.1 Research objective?
The issue to be investigated is brand perception, consumer journey (quite literally) and overall
experience versus other modes of transport:
Primary – What is the brand definition.
Primary – What aspects of the brand experience are most attractive and why.
Secondary – What elements of the user journey are poor / need improvement and why.
Secondary – What other additions to / types of services do respondents think UBER could offer to
improve and expand its market offering, why and how would these affect their use of the service?
Under what circumstances would respondents use other transport providers / forms of transport
and why.
What barriers / concerns exist to adopting / increasing use of UBER.
It would be expected that were these results to be taken up by UBER, that it would be able to use the
insight gathered to improve and extend its market position.
In addition, marketing communications will be more closely targeted towards specific segments of its
customer base: Older / younger / commuters / international travellers / UBER users / non users.
1.2 Any specifics?
Research is to be conducted using a mix of
online methodologies only.
1.3 Stimulus material
Stimulus was defined by the project team using
various publically available UBER promotional materials.
1.4 Analysis
Analysis includes video and audio captured from respondent activities.
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6. Section Two:
2. Executive summary
The UBER brand has cultivated a good level of awareness in the
Greater London area with only 20% of the non-UBER account holders
not being aware of the brand before the study.
The brand can be defined as convenient, efficient and innovative in its approach offering a cost effective
and easy way to book a taxi form of transportation.
Significantly, the UBER brand is perceived as being more personalised, friendly and customer oriented
than traditional alternatives.
2.1 Primary positive usp’s
The brand is perceived to hit the 3 key touch point criteria namely price (competitive with key rival
Black Cab or minicab alternative); efficiency (quick to book, no time spent hailing or time wasted
telephoning for the service, being to quick arrive and journey time from A-B); and reliability (certainty
that the selected mode of transport will not be subject to lateness, strikes, not running at the desired
time of travel). It also deemed important that the drivers know where they are going in order to fulfil
this combination of efficiency and reliability.
2.2 Contributing plus factors
Respondents’ positive reactions to the brand were also around the cashless methodology, and
the certainty of the final cost being known at the outset. Friendliness and flexibility were also
much appreciated for example being able to split the bill among friends, to the drivers putting the
customer first, allowing own music to be played and even helping with unloading of items all were
mentioned enthusiastically.
Comfortable cars were also mentioned especially for business needs, where room to work in a stress
free, sympathetic and spacious environment were appreciated.
2.3 Negative comments
The notion of SURGE pricing of between 1.5 to 3 x the standard rate was a massive turn off
for the consumers once they were made aware of this model. This smacked of exploitation by
taking advantage of circumstances outside of the consumers control and also hinted at a lack of
UBER resourcing.
The other factors perhaps only engendered by the adverse campaigning were surrounding the possible
safety concerns and risks raised by the spectre of unchecked, unregistered drivers and vehicles being
employed by UBER. It did not seem to be a spontaneous worry.
There was also some mention of possible elitism (only for the rich who can afford it) and fear /
perception of higher prices and despite the appreciation of comfort, the alleged insistence of leather
seats engendered some negativity from a respondent.
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The ignorance of the app, its possible costs to download, have running on smartphones and some
confusion on the activation code implementation could put some potential customers off, plus some fears
about data security and hacking of bank details as typifies any electronic payment methodology.
2.4 Recommendations / suggestions for improvement
Suggest (if true) that UBER can in many cases work out less than Black Cabs due to the online
most direct route calculation.
To do away with concept of SURGE pricing – only to suggest that prices may be more at peak
times of demand but that the price will always be communicated and known at point of booking.
Stress the cashless / pre-payment aspect and although this was only subliminally alluded to,
the lack of pressure / necessity to tip on top of the travel cost fee appealed to the money
conscious consumer.
Note that charges are only levied when rides bookings are quoted and accepted at rate
presented. Ie no other recurring or ad hoc charges for having the app / account.
Add PayPal as a method of payment option.
Promote the flexibility of luggage, ability to take more unusual items.
Make more UK friendly advertising (current video was criticised as being overly American orientated).
Expand to outer London areas.
Promote airport runs.
Encourage referrals and confidence building by offering incentives for introductions to UBER,
discounted trip or free trip.
Ensure that the ease and no cost aspect of downloading the app are communicated. Notably for
the older less IT savvy consumer.
Allay any safety / security fears by noting in a low key manner the fact that drivers and vehicles are
vetted and that all trips are recorded with driver booked and journey details.
Note any data security measures on website / signup for card transactions and client account details.
2.5 Others over UBER?
UBER is not a choice over all other methods of transportation, where other methods
such as bus, tube, cycling, walking, are as easy, convenient, cheap and timely
(and where UBER service is not provided of course). It is primarily competing in
the market space where taxi / minicabs operate as these are chosen only as a
method of transport in certain scenarios as a preference where other means
do not fit the need. There are often a myriad of considerations as to what
mode is selected depending on the occasion, time of day, etc.
Regular taxi users may well be encouraged to switch their business to UBER.
For others it is choosing UBER over Black Cabs or mini-cabs in those most
pressing appointments and business use. To otherwise select UBER for non-
urgent personal use would be prohibitive in terms of cost for most people.
8. Section Three: Key findings & implications
3. Brand awareness
What is very clear is that the uptake of UBER has been only partly attributable to direct media
advertising, but rather a combination of growth driven through personal recommendation via
friends, family and work colleagues using the service. The take-up of UBER has depended on the
notion and reinforced by direct experience – and recommendation – that UBER is comparable or
even better priced than its nearest alternative – ie Black Cabs / mini-cabs. Whilst the ‘luxury’ aspect
is welcomed and the superior personal tailored service and cashless pre-paid are of course welcome
bonuses, it does reinforce the idea that UBER is not a choice for everyday transportation use.
Where media has contributed to the brand awareness, this has been rather surprisingly attributed to
the generally negative publicity and general furore caused by the Black Cab and other providers in
this sector. This admittedly has had some negative impact on the perceptions of the brand, but on
the up side has resulted in much free publicity which has placed the brand name and service in front
of much of its target market who otherwise would be unaware of its existence.
3.1 Brand integrity
UBER seems to have pulled off the necessary slow burn growth approach for the brand and therefore
avoid the dangerous scenario faced by any new brand where the most damaging factor is not from
unsubstantiated criticisms from competitors, rather by avoiding the adverse and possible long term
effects of not being able to effectively deliver on the brand promise.
In UBERS’s case this is to quickly, efficiently and reliably provide on demand, a cost effective
method of taxi transport at known cost whenever a booking is attempted. It is quite laudable that
UBER seems in the main to have pulled off this balance between supply and demand from the
get-go in order to have been able to fulfil these commissions, as very little actual direct
complaints were encountered surrounding any non-fulfilment of the service. Where this was
encountered – where anecdotally a relative had been stranded due to the driver not being able
to locate her and then a replacement was not available in the area – this was very damaging for
anyone contemplating something new.
Notably UBER seem to have been able to win a coup over the Black Cab service. Customers
have relished the opportunity to get some pay-back and ability to step away from what is
often perceived as a monopolistic and arrogantly held market position. Customers often felt
at the mercy to be exploited by the lack of alternatives once the type of journey had dictated
that a taxi service is the preferred or only viable option. One respondent put it succinctly:
The ability to pay beforehand as a cashless transaction at known price also featured as a massive
usp for this mode of transportation allied with the clear advance pricing and less waiting time spent
looking to hail a cab or telephoning round for one.
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I use UBER rather than Black Cabs as I found them a bit cheaper
and I trust them to go a more direct way.
9. 3.2 Pricing
Pricing was generally perceived to be competitive in the London area
where respondent experiences were gathered, it may not of course be
the case when expanding to other regions of the country where prices
are likely to be lower for taxi services.
However, notwithstanding his perceived advantage regarding the pricing model, whilst a peak v off peak
supply / demand charging structure was grudgingly deemed acceptable (in a society where there are
few instances that consumers will happily pay more for the same service on differing occasions), the
suggestion of SURGE pricing (where prices are increased by a factor of between 1.5 and 3 x the normal
tariff,) when communicated to respondents was viewed very dimly. Respondents vouched that this
would actually dissuade them from even signing up for an account.
In reality, unless this is actively communicated up front, whilst lack of transparency is to be avoided
(as it never is good for it to be discovered that a company has deliberately obfuscated its charges), as the
price for any trip is quoted up front and therefore it is the consumers choice as to accept or decline, this
risk can easily be circumvented. If there is any question about disparity between charges, the mention
of peak time should be sufficient, if it is noted somewhere on the account sign up and website, the
consumer will not feel that they have been duped or misled. This differential pricing, should of course in
no way be suggested as being driven by lack of resourcing on UBER’s part.
3.3 Customer acquisition and retention
UBER has tried to head off the concerns foisted by opposition scaremongering tactics surrounding
the safety concerns of unregistered / un-vetted drivers and cars by having the words SAFEST and also
images of women and children featured in press advertising. However, it did not feature highly in
the list of important criteria when respondents were prompted. In fact some negativity was aroused
by the blatant attempt to manipulate emotions by use of these and actually had the reverse effect of
having the safety issue to be brought to the forefront rather than concentrating on the positive usp’s
and messages of a modern, and alternative cost effective service. The idea that the service actually
could in fact, cost less than a Black Cab or minibus by use of the innovative approach and achieved
by the app plotting the most direct route whilst being just as good, in fact superior in comfort, flexibility
and convenience perhaps should be the primary message.
There is huge suspicion that some taxis always take the longest route and the ability of consumers to
also be able to avoid having to tip whilst not overtly stated in the transcripts, was alluded to, and
certainly will be in the back of consumers’ minds when thinking about the comparative cost.
By pre-paying a set fee and at the same time, this makes it easier to avoid the dissonance caused by
the decision of whether to tip and by how much by the UBER methodology of cashless pre-payment.
Ultimately in terms of marketing UBER to fresh markets and new customers, whilst personal
recommendation can be a marketer and advertisers worst ‘enemy’, it could be UBERS best ally in that it
is more believable and inspires more confidence than any amount of media spend.
A personification exercise seemed to reinforce this proposition and provided some very interesting
insights whereby UBER was perceived as being young, friendly and professional, but perhaps a little
selfish and naïve. Role models such as Richard Branson and Stephen Fry were put forward as examples,
and so perhaps endorsements by a combination of trusted personalities and everyday UBER users may
be a good approach, combining the pre-conceptions of the brand backed up with some believable
actual life experiences to reinforce the credibility and acceptability among potential future customers.
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Section Four:
4. Detailed findings with verbatims
The choice of UBER over alternative means of transportation will usually be decided by the following
factors as this quote aptly demonstrates:
Here we see the words elitist and high earners and also some dissonance caused by the adverse
press, but also the positive side – where the objections from the Black Cab drivers is seen to
possibly have some substance – whereby UBER might actually be a better service, and also for those
account holders who had used them, the price perceptions were extremely positive:
The factors that influence my journeys all depend on what time of the
day it is. The times are important with public transport as for instance,
when the schools finish on a week day; I can’t get on the bus so I
usually wait until it is a bit quieter. I definitely try not to use the tube at
peak times because I can’t stand the feeling of suffocation, although
at times it is necessary for me to do so. Mini cabs at peak times are
always hard to get as well.
Once the decision has been made to choose a taxi over other methods it becomes a little more
complex. This now brings in the price: Efficiency and reliability criterion, where if UBER is perceived
to rate more highly than the nearest competitor (typically Black Cab or mini-cab); then softer more
emotional and subliminal type 2 decision making comes to bear as seen in the following verbatims
taken from one of the focus groups where prejudices and pre-conceptions fuelled by the media
come into the decision and thought processes:
11. 4.1 Is UBER competitively priced?
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Posted by Sarah W. on 12 Sep 2015 6:50 PM
Absolutely! They’re sometimes a quarter of the cost of another
taxi company it’s why I use them!
Posted by Darrell P. on 12 Sep 2015 8:55 AM
In my experience the answer is yes it is very competitively priced
compared with the other options and more reliable I feel.
The importance of personal recommendation is also represented by the
comment below taken from the transcript of the AV Focus Group:
Janice: It would be really interesting to me, because my
daughter knows and she uses it a lot. This is interesting,
because I didn’t know they gave you the price beforehand for
instance. Living in Essex, I’m not in London a lot, but the other
night. If they did it down here I know I would use it a lot, but if I
go into London most times I use taxis at the end of the night, in
the evening. I’m not in London that much of an evening, apart
over Christmas and when I go to see show, but then for sure I
would definitely use it. It sounds really good.
and from an UBER account holder on the Bulletin Boards:
Posted by Ibby. on 11 Sep 2015 7:29 PM
It made me feel good about uber because I trust my friends
opinion on transportation.
But the negative surrounding the SURGE pricing were voiced as well put below in
the AV Group by the same respondent:
Reactions to Surge Pricing
Well do you know what I did find out by doing the survey thing
before, that is has a price... They’ve raised the prices at certain
times or something, because when I read all about that.
That somehow turned me off. That doesn’t indicate that
anywhere at all, that there’s a price rise... I forget what it’s
called. It goes up in stages or something.
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4.2 Reactions to UBER advert featuring car & app
Here we see a positive reaction to the car and map depicted in Advert 1, and interestingly the word
safe is not thought to be as appealing as taking the most efficient route. Customers don’t like to be
reminded that something might not be safe, rather they prefer to concentrate on the more positive
aspects that they base their choices on.
13. 4.3 Advertisement 2 – Moving People
Respondents certainly were very straight forward in wanting an advert to state clearly what it
meant and not to use overt and obvious coercive images like pictures of attractive women or of
children to persuade.
See below advertisement 2 of a series shown with some reactions to it.
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14. Some other comments about this ad were:
Jenni A: Its a pointless advert. Its not clear, its not helpful and uses
women as eye candy. Its not clear what its for so i wouldn’t sign up for it.
Maybe if someone was looking for an online dating service they might
click to sign up!!
Leanne M: It could be a phishing scam with such little info, no
way would I click on sign up.
Phillip: For someone who doesn’t know that Uber, this might be,
something like, what am I signing up for here? I don’t think moving people
and the wording is quite correct. I mean, they are moving people, but I
don’t think that explains what the service is.
… but I think for people who haven’t use Uber, it would be useful to say
that download the app, because I think a lot of people would be thinking,
“Oh well tonight I can’t get a taxi. Well I’ll just use Uber.” What you want to
do, is tell people to have the app on your phone already. Then use it.
Don’t wait till you’re coming out of a night club at 4o’clock in the morning.
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Micheal: I think its cheaper. The same as Collin. I think as well
the driver seems nicer. They seem friendlier than normal taxi
companies. I don’t know why, that’s just, yeah.
Positives were again around the idea of being attended to in minutes, the friendly informal
approach and reinforced the idea that the UBER puts their customer’s needs at the centre of
their focus.
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15. Posted by Vaishali M. on 14 Sep 2015 9:48 PM
Due to bad press heard in US, I am bit scared about such issues so some
information should be provided as what Uber is doing to tackle this.
4.4 Concerns about safety
There was certainly an acknowledgement from the media reports about UBER drivers
being unvetted / unregistered and this had stirred up some concerns that perhaps would
not have been otherwise on consumers’ minds notably from female respondents. Men did
not seem unduly concerned.
Here is a selection of comments from the Bulletin Board discussion:
Posted by Gaynor B. on 14 Sep 2015 7:32 AM
Not really. I actually was under the impression that their drivers were vetted...
Since starting this research I’ve had a look on the Uber website. They are
an international company, I don’t see why their set up in the UK would
suddenly start employing potential rapists.
Posted by jenni a. on 14 Sep 2015 6:26 PM
I don’t know the brand which would make me wary as to reliability,
trustworthiness and who they are in general.
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Posted by donna a. on 14 Sep 2015 3:32 PM
not really, as long as the drivers have been stringently checked it seems
safe enough.
However when presented with the
advertisement with the young child with
the word SAFETY prominently featured
this certainly seemed to get consumers’
minds focussed on the safety aspect
as the Heat Map exercise example
left demonstrates:
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Janice: First of all, I wasn’t thinking taxis, I was thinking they’re
going to a wedding or they’re going to a show. I didn’t think ...
It didn’t lead me to think they were going to a taxi. It lead me
to think a ball, a wedding or something like that. The taxi only
comes towards the end.
4.5 About the commercial
Alloust: For me they were only there to pick up their kids.
Collin: What I can add there is that, I wouldn’t of actually
realized that they were a taxi service.
In addition, although the commercial was thought to be professional in its production, there was
some kick back with it being American in location and not tailored for the UK market.
Phillip: Well it’s fine, but if I had the service in England, where
they use it. I think it’s cheap to use an American ad. It seems to
be like, “Well you’re not that important to have an ad made.”
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Reactions to the UBER video commercial were mixed, in that it was generally well received but it was felt
that the messages were not clear if you did not previously know anything about UBER. For example there
was some confusion between who the taxi drivers were and who the customers were.
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4.6 Appeal to others – make UBER more attractive
Collin: I agree, simply because since I am only 22 and 9 times
out of 10 now all we use is Uber. It’s just so much easier than
getting a taxi. Everyone of my age knows of it and we use it.
The perception is of course that given the use of technology in the process that it is the younger
generation who should be the biggest target for the UBER proposition but if the older generation
could be persuaded to try it and they had a positive experience (probably not trusting it fully until
the taxi actually arrived), then some inroads could be made in this market sector.
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Micheal: I think because at the end definitely, young people
will go for that as opposed to trying to hail a cab or call a
cab company.
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4.7 UBER as a person
Sarah W. (UBER customer) UBER would be your best male
friend, easy going, always there and always happy to help!
Jason E. (Non Account Holder) I think UBER would be a
smart younger person 30ish, well dressed and probably male,
he would be quite head strong and have some good ideas but
sometimes rushes into his and they do not always work out. I
think he will be very successful but will have to be a bit patient
so everyone can get used to their ideas.
The idea which was explored at a deeper level via the personification exercise yielded some interesting
support to this idea. Here are a few examples:
(Some typos and grammar corrections have been made to this verbatim)
19. Sammie b. (Non Account Holder)
I think that it would be a man and he would be quite casual, he’s
not as professional as some other people that he is similar too.
He likes to be very tech savvy (That’s meant to be an Ipad in his
hand. They’re friendly.
William l. (Non Account Holder)
Richard branson.
Richard would be aged about 40.
He adorns a tartan skirt with a sporran to keep his uber service
earnings in.
Richard would be gregarious, chatterbox, loves pointing out &
filling his passengers with history of places as his vehicle flies by.
Richard would be a competent & knowledgeable uber driver.
Gaynor B. (Non Account Holder)
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20. Section Five: Online research products and services available
5. V+ Focus Groups
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Anyone with an internet connection and a web browser can take part. You can choose whether you
want to use text-based chat or full AV interaction with webcams. V+ Live Online Focus Groups give
researchers full control to moderate the discussion and interact with respondents via rich chat or full
webcam / audio; show stimulus, annotate, and move objects on a whiteboard; send open-ended or
closed questions; upload and present video clips, and much more.
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Go beyond text chat and static images and engage participants with interactive whiteboards, video,
polls, and more.
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