Every corporation has its own distinct identity that should come through in everything they do. This includes their logo, their name and the color palettes they use in their web design and marketing materials. These are elements that can be used on letterheads, business cards and more.
If you are in the early stages with your company, you are probably building your identity from the ground up. If this is the case, here are a few things you will want to bear in mind.
Graphic designers refer to these standards as a brand style guide, but they are more commonly known as "brand guidelines." The logo, color scheme, fonts, and even the brand voice are all accounted for. Companies of all sizes can benefit from having brand guidelines since they aid in the following ways:
Bring about uniformity. Customers are more likely to return to your business if they see familiar branding aspects in all of your communications. Trust and loyalty will naturally follow, and your brand's recognition will increase.
A check for quality. Having brand guidelines in place will ensure that all of your promotional materials maintain a consistent level of quality. Avoiding blunders and discrepancies in the use of your brand's elements is made easier with detailed rules.
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