AUTHOR ARCHIVE

Articles by 田巧云

Browse 6 New Distribution articles by 田巧云.

Published articles

6 articles · Page 1 of 1

Brand Marketing

Falling Without End: Is Moutai Being Bitten by Its Youth-Oriented Strategy?

Moutai's 53-degree/500ml Feitian has been falling in the circulation market, breaking below 2500 yuan, sparking widespread discussion. The decline has also affected its stock price, which fell below 1650 yuan per share. Industry insiders attribute the drop to increased supply and the launch of Xunfeng 375, a game-linked product, reflecting Moutai's push for youth engagement.

田巧云
Brand Marketing

The Era of Winning with Marketing Alone in the Cheese Industry Is Over

Cheese, once a niche product in China, has grown into a market exceeding 10 billion yuan, driven by children's cheese sticks. However, with new national standards and intensifying competition, the industry is shifting from marketing-driven growth to a focus on quality and differentiation.

田巧云
Capital, Earnings & M&A

Front Warehouse: A Business Story with a Predetermined Ending

Recently, an article by Ren Zhengfei published internally at Huawei went viral online. The viewpoint in the article, 'Don't tell stories, focus on reality,' sparked widespread speculation. In the fiercely competitive fresh food retail industry, many stories have emerged over the past few years: in 2020, Yiguo Fresh, the first fresh food e-commerce platform in China, failed to survive despite seven rounds of financing; in 2021, the community group buying war saw early players eliminated by capital. Now, the 'first fresh food stock' Miss Fresh, known for its front warehouse model, has been exposed to a capital chain rupture, while Dingdong Maicai and Pumu Supermarket, also using the front warehouse model, have reported good performance. This has sparked a discussion about the front warehouse model: what is the reality behind the story? Why do some front warehouse companies see growth in orders and profits while others face operational issues? Will the front warehouse model continue to exist in the future?

田巧云
Brand Marketing

Wild Spending Cannot Save Aging Brands

Old brands like Bee & Flower, White Rabbit, and Pechoin are trying to revive themselves through marketing stunts such as cross-industry collaborations and viral content, but without solid product innovation, these efforts may only provide short-term boosts. The article argues that while nostalgia can drive quick sales, long-term success requires a focus on product quality and innovation.

田巧云
E-commerce & Instant Retail

Community Group Buying: A Major Shakeout on One Side, Unconventional Players Entering on the Other

Community group buying is based on trust in the group leader, a trust that carries warmth. As the industry undergoes a major reshuffle, unconventional players such as restaurants and supply chain companies are entering the scene, leveraging their unique advantages.

田巧云
Brand Marketing

Jiangxiaobai's Guide to Staying Young

Whether it's allowing consumers to express themselves or using consumer language, the essence is a 'reconciliation' between the brand and consumers. Jiangxiaobai, a young Chinese baijiu brand, has achieved success by understanding and engaging with young consumers through innovative products, marketing, and a youthful corporate culture.

田巧云