UPM Institutional Repository

The product-effect: a methodological innovation for evaluating visual identity and stakeholder perception in NGOs


Citation

Zhang, Ting and Effendi, Raja Ahmad Azmeer and Whitfield, T. W.Allan and Barron, Deidre and Tai, Lichen and Wang, Tongxu (2026) The product-effect: a methodological innovation for evaluating visual identity and stakeholder perception in NGOs. Voluntary Sector Review. pp. 1-15. ISSN 2040-8056; eISSN: 2040-8064 (In Press)

Abstract

This research note introduces the ‘product-effect’, a novel framework derived from environmental psychology, to investigate the effectiveness of branding in nongovernmental organisations (NGOs). The framework explores how various elements of corporate visual identity (CVI), such as logos and names, influence public perceptions of NGO credibility and recognition. This article applies the product-effect to NGO branding, examining how specific CVI elements shape individuals’ perceptions and attitudes towards NGOs. The article details the research design, data collection procedures and analytical methods used, providing actionable insights for NGO leaders to optimise their branding strategies and enhance organisational impact. These findings contribute to both academic understanding and practical applications in the field of non-profit marketing.


Download File

Full text not available from this repository.

Additional Metadata

Item Type: Article
Subject: Social Sciences (miscellaneous)
Divisions: Faculty of Design and Architecture
DOI Number: https://doi.org/10.1332/20408056Y2026D000000062
Publisher: Policy Press
Keywords: Corporate visual identity; Experimental aesthetics; Ngo branding; Nongovernment organisations; Product-effect
Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs): SDG 17: Partnerships for the Goals, SDG 16: Peace, Justice and Strong Institutions, SDG 8: Decent Work and Economic Growth
Depositing User: Ms. Siti Radziah Mohamed@mahmod
Date Deposited: 23 Jun 2026 02:37
Last Modified: 23 Jun 2026 02:37
Altmetrics: https://www.altmetric.com/details.php?domain=psasir.upm.edu.my&doi=10.1332/20408056Y2026D000000062
URI: http://psasir.upm.edu.my/id/eprint/124843
Statistic Details: View Download Statistic

Actions (login required)

View Item View Item