Business challenge

Plantyn, a leading Belgian education publisher, recently launched strategic Value Creation projects to sharpen its focus across the broader education ecosystem. As Plantyn engages with diverse stakeholders - including students, parents, teachers, and school leadership - this project focused on gaining a deeper understanding of a specific target segment in order to uncover new opportunities for innovation, relevance, and long-term value creation.

How we made the difference

Using a problem-driven, iterative research approach, BUFFL helped Plantyn explore the needs, expectations, and experiences of this target segment in a structured way. By gradually refining the research focus based on emerging insights, Plantyn was able to move from broad exploration toward more concrete strategic opportunity areas.

What we learned

The research revealed key needs, priorities, and untapped opportunities within the selected segment, providing Plantyn with valuable clarity on where innovation could create the most impact. The iterative approach ensured that each research phase built on previous learnings, allowing Plantyn to continuously deepen its understanding and strengthen strategic decision-making.

How we added value

BUFFL provided Plantyn with a data-driven framework to identify innovation opportunities, validate strategic directions, and align future initiatives with real market expectations. This approach supports Plantyn in creating meaningful value for specific audiences while reinforcing its broader strategic ambitions.

Next steps

As Plantyn continues expanding its Value Creation projects, iterative research will remainessential for exploring additional segments, validating ideas, and refining new value propositions. This ensures future innovations are market-relevant, strategically validated, and built on real stakeholder needs.

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