Sustainable progress inspired by the flow of life
KONE, one of the world’s leading producers of elevators and escalators, partnered with Manyone to modernize its brand after a century of operation.
Together, we created a brand strategy and identity that are built for the future, hybrid and digital to the bone, and aligned with KONE’s mission to enhance the “flow of life.”
Balancing heritage with modern demands
KONE needed to retain their legacy, while refreshing their brand to meet growing global and digital needs. The new identity had to capture the company’s mission, while resonating across different markets and ensuring seamless digital adaptation.
Developing a global brand framework
We conducted extensive research and led workshops with employees at all levels globally. This inspired a vision for the future KONE, underpinning global excellence.
In collaboration with KONE’s brand team, we fine-tuned their brand positioning and strategy, helping to shape a unified and globally recognized experience that reflected a wholesome perception of the brand.
A brand strategy and identity built for the future
The new KONE brand emphasizes how their products and services intertwine with people’s lives – with the flow of life in the city itself. The new brand position and experience unfold across naming strategy, employer branding, service and training initiatives, and continuous engagement spanning the entire organization.
As KONE’s brand strategy and design partner, we’re continuing our journey together to shape and evolve the brand going forward – and ensure sustainable progress for the business, their customers, and city life.
We could have chosen a more traditional or more known brand agency partner, but we knew that we wanted to change.
Annika Payn
Head of Brand Experience, Global
KONEHear from Annika Payn, Head of Brand Experience, KONE.
KONE by the numbers:
550,000
customers worldwide
1billion
people moved each day
100
countries of distribution
65,000
employees
The updated KONE logo
A brand experience across digital touchpoints
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