A Risk Sciences International Case Study

International newspaper rethink

RSI's Cemil Alyanak undertook a complete analysis of the International Herald Tribune

Client: The New York Times, New York, NY, U.S.A. / The Washington Post, Washington D.C., U.S.A.

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Project description:

International newspaper rethink

The International Herald Tribune (IHT) sought guidance at a time of profound change in the media landscape. With the World Wide Web emerging and competition intensifying from global and regional editions of established outlets such as The Economist, The Wall Street Journal, and The Financial Times, the publisher asked for a comprehensive analysis to help chart a new direction for the paper. The request went beyond commercial concerns: leadership wanted to explore how the IHT could evolve from a respected newspaper into a global instrument for evidence-based communication, positioning itself as a trusted, unbiased source of factual information.

The client asked for a wide-ranging assessment that included: a competitive analysis of international media rivals, a study of the emerging role of the internet, an internal review of the IHT’s resources and ownership structure, and—most importantly—a perception analysis of current and potential readers. This combined intelligence was expected to inform options for strengthening the paper’s positioning and shaping its future role in the global media environment.

The overarching aim was to identify a strategy that would safeguard the IHT’s influence, adapt it to new technologies, and reinforce its reputation for credibility and authority at a critical juncture in international journalism.

Start: 1994

End: 1996

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Cemil ‘Jim’ Alyanak

Vice-President Communications and Strategic Initiatives
Cemil ‘Jim’ Alyanak joined Risk Sciences International (RSI) in 2018 and serves as Vice-President, Communications and Strategic Initiatives. In this senior leadership role, he leads RSI’s risk communications practice, drives cross-cutting initiatives, advances strategic in-house projects, and expands the company’s...
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