Beanstalk Launches New Online Tool

The Brand Extension Indicator, or BXI, is a proprietary, customizable online tool that guides brand owners through the opportunity and partner selection processes. It utilizes quantitative and qualitative metrics in two key areas: fit with a brand’s equities and viability of entry into prospective market segments and suitability of partners under consideration.

“Brands are continually trying to understand how they can offer compelling new products and services in an increasingly fragmented and evolving retail landscape,” says Nicole Desir, executive director, Blueprint. “Based on the results provided by the BXI tool, clients can determine if they should pursue extension opportunities as well as work with our team to build out a more comprehensive strategy.”

BXI is ideal for organizations that have had some brand extension experience and are seeking to incorporate