Cognizant | When Data Means Business

In today’s fast-paced world, data is more than just numbers—it’s the key to making smart decisions. Cognizant’s ad shines a light on how data drives business decisions, empowering organizations to think strategically and stay ahead of the competition. By bringing this serious business into focus, the ad positions Cognizant as the expert in transforming complex data into actionable insights.

The Formula (That Works at Any Budget):

Data = Power – The ad underscores how data isn’t just numbers but a tool that can revolutionize businesses.
→ Lesson: Show your audience the potential of your product by presenting its most impactful benefits.

Real-World Relevance – The ad taps into how modern businesses need to make data-driven decisions in a competitive landscape.
→ Lesson: Align your messaging with your audience’s real challenges to make your solution feel indispensable.

Subtle Messaging – No over-the-top visuals or gimmicks—just the message that data is crucial for businesses to thrive.
→ Lesson: Simple, clear communication often speaks louder than flashy effects.

Type of Humor:

Dry Humor / Understatement – This ad takes a more serious tone but uses the concept of data-driven decisions as the underlying humor. It subtly pokes fun at how businesses often overcomplicate things, suggesting that sometimes the smartest moves come from simplifying the process.
→ Lesson: You don’t need to be overly comedic to make an impact. Subtle humor works when it’s in the context of an everyday business struggle.

Final Verdict:
Cognizant nails the point that in business, data isn’t just useful—it’s necessary. The ad makes data relatable, digestible, and shows how it can give companies the edge they need to stay ahead.

Brave-o-meter score: 

B-8 | R-9 | A-9 | V-9 | E-9

BRAVE – 8.8/10 

Watch the full ad & learn more:

Website: https://www.cognizant.com

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/cognizant

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Understanding the B.R.A.V.E. Scoring System

The B.R.A.V.E. scoring system uses AI to deliver an unbiased evaluation of top-of-the-funnel B2B brand ads. It measures potential impact, memorability, and effectiveness by assessing five key components of a video ad or commercial. This system gauges an ad's capacity to drive brand recall and enhance salience, ensuring that creative work not only captures attention but also leaves a lasting impression.

What B.R.A.V.E. Stands For:

Each letter represents a key factor in determining an ad’s success:

  • BBoldness: Is the ad original, creative, or daring? Does it break away from generic B2B marketing, or is it just another forgettable corporate video?
  • RRelevance: Does it connect with a real buyer pain point? Is it addressing a specific frustration or need, or just listing product features?
  • AAttention: Does it grab and hold attention in the first few seconds? Is it visually or tonally engaging, or easy to skip?
  • VVibe: Does it create an emotional response—laughter, recognition, or surprise? Or does it feel like just another corporate info dump?
  • EEffectiveness: Will buyers remember the brand when they need a solution? Does the ad make an impact that lasts beyond the moment?

How It’s Applied to B2B Video Rating

Each video is scored 1 to 10 in all five categories, based on how well it meets the criteria. The total score (out of 50) is then divided by 5 to give a final B.R.A.V.E. score out of 10.

For example:

  • An ad scoring B-8 | R-9 | A-7 | V-6 | E-8 has a total of 38/50.
  • The final B.R.A.V.E. score is 7.6/10.

Why It Matters

B2B ads often struggle with being bland, forgettable, or ineffective. The B.R.A.V.E. system ensures they are judged by their ability to break through, connect with buyers, and drive action.

Simply put: If your ad isn’t B.R.A.V.E., it’s invisible.

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