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Novo Nordisk's global brand transformation

Novo Nordisk logo on a dark blue background

Client: Novo Nordisk

Services

Industries

Evolving a purpose-driven brand

Novo Nordisk, a global healthcare leader, chose Manyone as the partner to deliver an ambitious refreshed experience for their brand.

Showreel showcasing Novo Nordisk's new brand

Challenge

Maintaining heritage while adapting

Novo Nordisk was looking to modernize its brand identity after 20 years. The distinct and purpose-driven brand had to stay inherently Nordic and true to its heritage, while resonating with a global audience. It also needed to transition smoothly into a digital-first world without losing its authenticity and core values.

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A woman leaning against a light blue and orange wall, looking to the side

Approach

Delivering a clear, cohesive brand experience

We worked closely with Novo Nordisk's Corporate Communication team and the company's senior management on the updated corporate visual identity, ensuring strategic alignment.

Following an elaborate insight and ideation phase involving multiple stakeholders, we decided on three brand experience drivers: Simple, Authentic, and Distinct. Based on these drivers, we refreshed all components of the brand experience, including an updated color palette, logo, font, and more. The new visual identity was paired with an updated digital strategy.

A girl sitting outside amongst greenery, with the text 'defeat diabetes' on top
Illustrated icons showing people administering insulin and communication flows

To communicate abstract ideas, we created a concept called ‘iconostrations,’ connecting icons with longer open-ended strokes and lines, creating adaptable visuals for global impact.

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Outcome

A brand ready for what's next

Changes in the corporate visual identity were seamlessly integrated across all touchpoints, including on a completely redesigned novonordisk.com.

In a world of changing demands, emerging technologies, and growing connectedness, Novo Nordisk's refreshed identity and digital strategy reinforce its position as a trusted, forward-thinking global healthcare leader.

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Novo Nordisk by the numbers:

72,000

employees worldwide

101

years in business

19th

most valuable company in the world (2024)

From the outset, we decided to look for a consultancy that could deliver on both strategy, design and concept execution at a global scale. With a very strong creative approach, Manyone has shown that they have been the right partner by continuously understanding our needs and delivering a brand experience that is authentic, distinct and true to our brand.

Katrine Rud von Sperling

Corporate VP, Corporate Communication

Novo Nordisk
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Annelise Vedel

Annelise Vedel

Chief Client Officer

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