The continued advances in technology and its weave into our daily live through increasingly intuitive devices and applications are reshaping the brand communications industry. Advertising and brand communications companies are always on the lookout for new ways of interacting and engaging the consumer and are keen to be the first to market with innovative ways to communicate a message. The multitude of available and ever evolving apps, new technologies and social media channels, however, causes more and more disparate communication platforms. What does this mean for the communications industry? It means adopting an increased social media and technology intelligence is a must and it means it is continually transforming this industry in how it operates.

Schawk, Inc., a leading provider of brand development and deployment services enabling companies of all sizes to connect their brands with consumers, announced the appointment of Lor Gold to global chief creative officer at Schawk. This position will be responsible for stewarding and developing a creative vision across Schawk in support of the expression of brands across consumer touchpoints at home, on the go, at the store and on the shelf.

Internet is becoming a more and more popular space for promoting products and building strong ties with target consumer groups. Brands know it, and people know that brands know it and they do not mind to be part of this ‘game.’ On the contrary, users are actively getting engaged into the digital activity of the global companies and easily adopt new ways of communicating with brands and enrich their experience as iConsumers. Why is it so important for brands, how can they benefit from it and what ways do they choose to get people connecting with them online? This is the theme of our today’s review.

adidas Originals and Diesel—two brands, which represent bold spirit and innovative style,— have released a new collection of sneakers, which continues ‘The Colliding Worlds’ collaboration, started by them earlier this year. For the new limited edition range, the two iconic clothing and footwear giants mixed their attitudes, approaches and outlooks, creating unique products for its loyal fans.