Paper is often viewed as a commodity purchase. Establishing and communicating compelling messaging was a challenge for both Sofidel sales team members, and within the communications program. The goal was to drive awareness for Sofidel’s BioTech toilet paper which helps to reduce toilet clogs.
Gather end user and buyer insights to establish the customer need and key message – and to demonstrate the value in investing in BioTech. Research included:
• Consumer survey around the impact of toilet clogs on brand perception
• Conduct survey at Seatrade, the world’s largest cruise industry tradeshow, targeting cruise line purchasing decision makers
• Conduct survey at NRA Show, the largest gathering of restaurant and food service professionals
• Conduct 800 telephone interviews with managers of top restaurant chains and independent restaurants on toilet paper spend and toilet clog frequency
• Partner with a reputation management software platform to analyze Yelp reviews of top restaurant brands to determine the frequency of complaints related to restrooms
• Develop sales collateral leveraging results
• Promote results to the industry and beyond through press releases and bylined articles
The results were as follows:
• Developed key messages and power claims used across Sofidel collateral, sales presentations and external communications related to BioTech
• Secured media placements about the research and BioTech in consumer, cruise line, food service, hospitality and retail trade media
• Sample publications: Building Services Management, Cleaning & Maintenance Management, CleanLink, Modern Restaurant Management, Tire Review, FM Link, Convenience Store Decisions, Cruise Industry News, Green Lodging News, Healthcare Facilities Today, Facilities Management and more
• Coverage impressions: 500,000+
• Coverage value: $155,00