Wendy’s pigtails get first touch-up since 1983

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Description:  Wendy’s pigtails are getting a tweak. For the first time since 1983, the Dublin, Ohio-based fast food company is updating its logo in a move intended to signal its ongoing transformation into a higher-end hamburger chain.

Source: Associated Press.com

Date: Oct 10, 2012

Link:  http://www.google.com/hostednews/ap/article/ALeqM5g8uawEIZKt2w65ro5heDLksmNt3w?docId=f0c8fed2bfeb4355b00563fa9cf68060

Questions for Discussions:

  • Do you think these changes will result in the repositioning of the Wendy’s brand as a more upscale chain in consumers; minds?
  • What else could management do in order to improve chances for success?

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