July 2023 | by Nafisa Saiyed

Significance of Copywriting for Industrial Brands


If your copy is right, you got it right!

In today's times, the importance of exceptional copy for a thriving brand is undeniable. It not only elucidates the brand's positioning but also establishes a connection with its audience.

Copywriters have the responsibility of creating captivating and persuasive content that effectively grabs the attention of the intended audience. Their goal is to craft messages that deeply resonate with the readers, motivating them to take specific actions. Industrial branding, similar to overall branding efforts, heavily relies on the skillful use of copywriting.

This blog explains the significance of effective copywriting for industrial branding.

SIGNIFICANT WAYS WHEREBY COPYWRITING BECOMES INTEGRAL TO INDUSTRIAL BRANDING:

I) Building Meaningful Relationships with the target audience-

Copywriting effectively communicates the brand's identity, acknowledges the challenges faced by the intended audience, showcases the brand's knowledge and proficiency, and ultimately conveys the brand's message to its target audience. It gradually builds a meaningful relationship with the recipient when it creates an emotional connection.

In this context, Tata Steel‘s motto of ‘reshaping our business for tomorrow’ has worked beautifully. Using digital channels and analytics has enabled them to transform it into a future steel company. It has achieved this by focusing on widening reach in various underserved areas, enhancing purchasing experience, identifying potential buyers, and actively participating in the journey of consumer decision-making. Some captions and taglines are enlisted below:

  • Showcasing Tata Steel's commitment to innovation:
    • "Forging the future with innovative steel solutions that drive progress. #TataSteel"
  • Emphasizing Tata Steel's commitment to sustainability:
    • "Sustainable steel production, building a greener tomorrow. Join us on our eco-conscious journey. #SustainableSteel"
  • Highlighting the quality and strength of Tata Steel products:
    • "Uncompromising quality, unmatched strength. Discover the power of Tata Steel. #TataSteelQuality"
  • Showcasing Tata Steel's contributions to society and community:
    • "Beyond steel, we believe in creating a positive impact on the lives of people and communities we serve. #CommunityMatters"
    • "Empowering communities through education, healthcare, and sustainable development. Join us in making a difference. #SocialResponsibility"

TATA STEEL has invested in top-quality industrial copywriting and established itself as a trusted resource and thereby fostering persistent relationships with its target audience.

II) Enhancing the Visibility of the brand across various platforms-

Nowadays, brands exist across a multitude of platforms. Good copywriting will always ensure that a brand gets noticed irrespective of how or where consumers experience it. This lays the foundation for brand recognition. If we consider Zydus Group, then they have incorporated copywriting in a brilliant way to enhance their visibility across numerous channels. The company‘s advertising campaign “Zydus Wellness” used emotive language for promoting wellness and health.

Zydus Group has ensured that their website’s copy such as “Nourish, Nurture, and Energize,” and “Lead the Way through Innovation,” clearly reflect their commitment to quality, patient care, and innovation. This, in turn, builds credibility and trust with its audiences.

Their main tagline- Zydus- ‘Dedicated to Life’ and ‘Shape a Healthier World at Zydus’ speaks volumes about their commitment to creating a relationship of trust and loyalty with their audiences.

III) Solidifying the Image of the Brand-

Brand image is a reflection of how a brand is perceived mentally by those who play a vital role. Therefore, relatable and sharply written copies could become a surefire sign of a future-driven business and quality brand. In this context, Reliance Industries could be considered. For example, in 2016, they launched their Jio telecom services with a powerful campaign and copywriting strategy which lay emphasis on their guarantee of a “digital life for every Indian.” This was perceived as a brand that has the potential to transform the lives of consumers.

Reliance Industries has utilized copywriting to propagate its initiatives of corporate social responsibility. For instance, their “Reliance Foundation” campaign highlighted its efforts to propagate disaster relief, healthcare, and education. Using convincing copywriting of “People, planet, prosperity-Creating a Better Tomorrow,” it has been able to establish itself as a company that is socially responsible and believes in caring about its community.

Reliance Retail (the industry’s retail arm) has a pronounced presence in a broad range of categories such as grocery, fashion as well as electronics. It has used an innovative campaign, “We have it all” for Reliance Digital highlighting its broad product range as well as its dedication to providing a seamless consumer experience. Moreover, the industry’s annual reports use concise and clear language to highlight their future plans and current achievements. Their copy, “Enduring relationships - A tale of sustained value creation” promotes their values, connects well with their consumers, and enhances their brand reputation.

IV) Enabling every business to be distinct from its competitors-

Powerful copywriting would ensure persuasively communicating to every audience about why a particular brand should be chosen over others. In this regard, Torrent Power’s branding could be considered. They have created a unique brand message with the help of great copywriting that makes it distinct from its competitors. Their tagline of “Transforming life” clearly reflects their commitment to its consumers by catering to two of the most vital requirements of daily living - power, and healthcare.

In order to demonstrate its dedication to providing reliable and sustainable power solutions that propel growth, Torrent Power’s tagline “Powering Progress” enables it to position itself as a future-oriented company that is sensitive to the needs of the wider community.

Torrent Power has also implemented various ad campaigns to create a distinct image of itself from others in the market. Their campaign “Smart Energy Solutions” clearly highlights their dedication to distributing sustainable solutions.

On the other hand, CESC (Calcutta Electric Supply Corporation) is a power utility company based in Kolkata, India. While CESC does not have a specific tagline that is consistently used, they have employed various slogans and catchphrases over the years to convey their brand message. Here are a few examples:

  • "Empowering Lives, Illuminating Futures."
  • "Powering Progress, Connecting Communities."
  • "Your Power Partner for a Brighter Tomorrow."
  • "The Spark of Change, CESC Lights the Way."

Both Power generation companies have used distinct copywriting to carve a niche for themselves in the consumer market.

V) Increasing the Rates of Sales and Conversion-

Good copywriting agencies know the formula for generating content that has the potential to move consumers to act. Strong copywriting could be the best way to increase sales and conversion rates with the help of calls-to-action on websites, and direct responses via marketing.

The example of Siemens Limited, a technology company focussing on digital transformation, transport, generation and transmission of electrical power, infrastructure as well as industry can be considered. Some praiseworthy examples in terms of their copywriting are highlighted below:-

  1. “Unlocking Possibilities”: This copy implies that by exploring their portfolio of smart solutions, one can easily revolutionize their business.
  2. “Efficiency Redefined”: This signifies that the brand enables businesses to maximize their productivity and optimize operations with their digitalization solutions and advanced automation.
  3. “Connecting the World”: With this copy, Siemens has managed to connect technologies, people, and ideas in order to augment global progress.

Copywriting, in its best form and creation, has the power to benefit industrial clients and consumers alike in the world of advertising and consumerism.