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Brand Architecture Spectrum

Spectrum of relationships between parent and child brand.

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What it is

Visualizes where equity lives — from fully shared (masterbrand) to standalone (freestanding).

When to use it

When managing a brand portfolio in relation to services and audiences.

How to apply

Place each brand on the spectrum and decide where equity should flow.

Source: Sage Journals — Brand architecture
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