Introduction McDonald’s logo was initiated in the 1950s and has been changing until its newest version today. The objective of changing the logo is to enhance customer understanding of the meanings that accompany the logo (Rossolatos, 2013). The logo is based on Peircean semiotics for 1958[18931] which is a three-part model of signification. The three parts includes representamen (sign), the object (referent- what the sign refers to) and the interpretant (effect on the viewer). The conclusion is the purpose of McDonald as communicated by the logo has taken a long time to build (Danesi, 2004). The message of a logo indicates the commitment of the organization to the expectations of the consumers (Cobley, 2001). Arguments have been raised that consumers responds to an effective logo and changes the manner which they consume the products of the company. The fact of the matter is that corporate logo represents a means of building trust with the customers (Oswald, 2012).
Peircean Semiotic Analysis of the McDonald’s Logo
The McDonald’s logo is based on long history and the remarkable “golden arches” as well as its ability to withstand controversy in the branding efforts. The logo itself was based on the fact the company had to consider corporate world and economy in a constant flux. Even with the strong logo, McDonald’s is faced with some many critics especially in the U.S. who associate the company with cheap and unhealthy fast food. However, McDonald’s has transformed its logo
The main argument of this film is how the easy access to the fast foods, allied to the advertisement industry, lack of government action, and the person’s option for rapid and caloric meals are responsible for the most part of the American population is overweight with the tendency to get a sickness related to the obesity.
Louis Cheskin who was a design consultant and psychologist stated, “Customers would unconsciously recognize the logo as symbolism of a pair of nourishing breasts”,(l. Be) Now I know I have never heard this or even thought this about the golden arches, but to me the golden arches mean McDonald’s. In a dissertation by Speber and Wilson, about the Theory of Revelence,(TOR). TOR can explain how consumers interpret visual advertising. This could help marketers and researchers in advertising. TOR can also explain why some symbols or logos thought to be unconnected with the product became revelent in advertising. Cite. The fourth logo I chose is Apple. Apple logo was designed from the bible. The apple is the forbidden fruit from the tree of knowledge,( L.Be). Symbolic symbols are a productive way for companies to communicate their products to
Due to the famous, well-known symbol of the golden arch, McDonalds is seen as a worldwide trademark. “Beginning the international venture into Canada in 1967, the McDonald’s Corporation has rapidly expanded abroad” (Curtis, 1982). This can be related to the documentary watched in class, showing the rapid progression of Coca-Cola becoming a necessity in our society, and the cultural ties connected to the commodity. The fascination and popularity grew rapidly, therefore creating an international symbol profoundly. The
McDonalds is one of the biggest fast food companies in the market share today. It has been running in over 119 countries, as well as they have acquired over 31,000 restaurants in the world now. McDonald’s brand mission is to be customers’ favourite place and way to eat, they are aligned around a global strategy called the ‘Plan to Win’, they also committed to continuously improving their operations and enhancing their customers’ experience. As we all know that McDonald’s had successfully achieved their goal through out the years. (aboutmcdonald’s, 2012) Apart from this, as McDonald’s is a worldwide company, they also had the social responsibility to return the community; therefore, the ‘Ronald McDonald House Charities’ was
Since Richard and Maurice McDonald founded in 1948, McDonald's has grown from a small restaurant in California into one of the most recognized brands in the world with a chain of outlets that spans the globe. For over 50 years, McDonald's defined the fast food industry while indelibly etching its golden arches logo on the face of both American and global culture through such icons as character Ronald McDonald and the Big Mac sandwich. Millions of people started their very first jobs at McDonalds while even more began to have their eating habits redefined by the chain. Concepts like the drive-thru window were introduced along with the Happy Meal for children in order to provide a fast, affordable, and enjoyable dining. Ray Kroc, saleman
KFCOne of the major competitors for McDonald in the burger segment is KFC. It first came to India in 1995, where it was one of the first multinational food chains to have entered India. It proved not to be a very good time to have come to India where people were still not able to come to terms with multinationals coming to India, and it was targeted by many and remained a not so known food outlet, while the ones which came later became more popular. KFC India had to shut shop in the late 1990s after it faced heavy protests not only from anti-multinational groups but also animal rights' protector, PETA.
McDonald is recognized as one of the biggest and leading fast food chains all around the world. McDonald retains a strong market position in the worldwide food market with various branches opened in several geographical locations globally. From the perspective of customer retention, its success image is primarily upheld by its increased concentration over the strategy of sustaining its brand image in the market. Researchers contributing to the subject under discussion stated that one strategy to implement is to use operations and coordinate its policies, together with the vital factor
“The Golden Arches Logo” and “McDonald’s” are the trademarks which are considered to be of great value to the company. The logo is well known globally and represents strong brand image. While making capital allocation decisions, company prioritize the spending on enriching customer’s experience through which it can achieve sustainable long-term growth in sales and market share. Company aims for markets which have strong returns and help company to succeed in achieving long-term growth.
Much like a smile, the “Golden Arches” can be understood in any language. The McDonalds brand is the most well-known, internationally embraced fast food empire. McDonalds operates over 31,000 franchises throughout the world, with the United States leading the way with a whopping 13,381outlets as of May 2009 [1]. McDonalds has the fast food market cornered, offering an increasing variety of food of beverages, marketed to people of all ages to eat at any time of the day. However, being a corporate giant has its issues. McDonalds has faced a lot of criticism for its high-fat, high-sugar, potentially addictive menu. While the corporation is not likely to outright admit responsible for its actions, McDonalds has seen some changes to address
Visual culture is the use of images, media, and other visual modes to represent the events and ideas of the world (Mirzoeff, 1999). The visual modes can range from an oil painting, to media on the internet, advertisements or TV. Visual culture has an influence on the consumer who is exposed to it. In this essay, I am looking specifically at how visual culture is used in advertisements, and how large brands, such as Coca Cola and McDonalds, use visual culture throughout their advertisements. Visual culture is often used to benefit a business. Such as increasing brand recognition through the marketing of the brand via colour or imagery. It can also be through catchy slogans or jingles that are created to leave an impression and therefore influence the consumer to the extent that they are remembered for a significant period of time. Therefore, it can be seen that Coca Cola and McDonalds both use different forms of visual culture in order to improve company image and increase brand recognition.
McDonald has been a well-known and valuable brand for over half a century. The company’s mission and vision is striving to be the world’s best quick service restaurant and formalizing their beliefs into “People, Vision, and People Promise”. “Quality, Service, Cleanliness and Value” also became the company’s motto. The company’s first McDonald store was built “in 1940 by the original McDonald brothers, Dick and Mac. Later in 1954, Ray Kroc became the first official franchisee appointed by Dick and Mac McDonald in San Bernardino, California” (Chandiramani, Ravi). Soon after, Mr. Kroc opened his first restaurant in Des Plaines, Illinois, and the McDonald’s corporation was created. The new franchise began to grow rapidly as a result of its
The organisation that provides the product or service, including any mission statements, visions or goals.
Brand imagery is used by McDonalds to find out what people feel about their brand and how the brand meets customer’s needs.
Since McDonald’s is the most well know fast food chain in the world with a market cap of 69.35 billion, brand recognition is their biggest strength. The secret of McDonald’s success is its willingness to innovate and maintain consistency in the operation of its many outlets. In recent years McDonald’s has introduced Premium Salads, Snack Wraps, fresh Apple Dippers in the United States, and Corn Cups in China. Also, McDonald 's products are priced so low that economic conditions are almost insignificant.
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