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AI and its role in building brands

17 September 2025

Stepworks’ latest Wholehearted Brand Building article examines whether AI can replace the work of branding and design agencies.

Titled Who needs a branding agency when you have AI?, it shares insights from applying large language model (LLM) tools to live branding projects. 

The results highlight both the promise and the current limits of AI in branding contexts.

The article aims to help business leaders understand how AI can support their branding decisions.

What AI gets right and wrong

The article outlines the pros and cons of using AI for name generation, brand stories, logo design, content creation and more. 

While LLMs offer speed and range, they struggle with nuance, prioritisation and original insight.

Based on insights obtained from real Stepworks client projects, the article explains why successful outcomes still depend on experienced human judgement.

The article reveals that AI is a powerful tool that must be wielded with care. For most organisations, an agency partnership adds value by aligning brand strategy and business reality.

Read the article: Who needs a branding agency when you have AI?


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