chinainnovation2017

Nov 24, 2017

Even robot-makers don’t market on autopilot

Customer feedback, constant product development and flexibility are key, according to Shenzhen’s coding education startup, Makeblock.

Nov 23, 2017

A coming of age for KOLs

Influencer marketing in China is a crowded place. For KOLs the good news is that interest is unlikely to ebb soon. The bad news? Brands are getting wiser and more discerning.

Nov 21, 2017

Dinnertime conversations: At home with big brands

The thinking behind a Nestlé-branded, voice-controlled smart speaker for the China market.

Nov 20, 2017

The role for face-recognition in customer experience

China has the lead on facial-recognition technology as marketers look ahead to some tempting applications.

Nov 15, 2017

Food retailing’s chain reactions: Trust via blockchain

As food safety becomes increasingly important, especially in China, blockchain technology is set to play a larger part in the marketing of F&B brands.

Nov 13, 2017

China’s next export boom: Innovative brands

‘Made in China’ is undergoing a revolution with world-leading innovation opening new doors. But even the best brands need strong marketing.