DUBLIN--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Research and Markets has announced the addition of the "TrendSights Analysis: Added Functionality" report to their offering.
The report "TrendSights Analysis: Added Functionality" examines what Added Functionality means as a consumer trend and why it is important, who are likely to be the target audience, how FMCG brands can best capitalize on the trend, and what will be the future outlook for the trend.
Consumer desire for new experiences, as well as products that match multiple needs, drives the demand for technological breakthroughs. Technological innovations either maximize the consumption experience, or offer novel, more effective formulations. These features not only help the products to stand out, but also help to encourage consumers to trade-up by adding value to the product.
The development of new formulations using scientific breakthroughs that significantly enhance the product's efficacy; such as formulations of energy-boosting beverages featuring new ingredients "packed with caffeine", or requiring smaller quantities of the product, are enhancing the perception of the product's efficacy. These products appeal to convenience-seeking experiential consumers, who are prepared to trade-up for solutions they consider to save time and effort. Moreover, added functionality is often considered as offering better value, as consumers receive additional properties without the need to buy another product.
Trend drivers
- Tired of plain products, consumers are on the lookout for new experiences
- Technological breakthrough is associated with greater efficacy of product formulations
- Increasing ownership of portable gadgets presents a range of opportunities for manufacturers to add entertainment value to the product
Consumer targets
- Early young adults are the most interested in new experiences when it comes to tobacco
- Women are more interested in added functionality in household care and laundry
- Mid-Lifers and Older Consumers are more interested in functional novelties in coffee
Key Topics Covered:
1. Trend Snapshot
2. What is Added Functionality?
3. Why is Added Functionality important?
4. Who is driving Added Functionality?
5. How can Added Functionality be capitalized on?
6. What Next in Added Functionality?
7. Appendix
Companies Mentioned
- Apple
- Bolton Solitaire
- CTC-LANKA
- China Tobacco Shaanxi
- Coca Cola
- Daily Serving
- Diageo
- DrinkBlocks
- Frizc Flavor
- Gatorade
- Handstands
- Honest Kitchen
- Kraft Foods Group
- Mars Petcare US
- Medea
- Ora
- Pet Head
- Pivovarnya Moskva-Efes
- Reynolds American
- Rooted Beauty
- Scholl
- The Perfume Studio
- Unitrade Merchandise
- Varni Brothers
- YumCha Tea Concentrates
For more information about this report visit http://www.researchandmarkets.com/research/89672n/trendsights
