While we know it is possible to produce a fantastic show-stopping trade show display under tight timelines, we want to ensure that your project receives ample time and attention. Otherwise, it leaves little room for changes, costs more, creates a risk of errors or missed deadlines, and can create scheduling issues. Here are a few […]
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In part 1 of my “Email Overload” blog, we discussed why too many emails create extra stress and how to alleviate that while keeping your emails organized. I promised a follow-up blog post on another critical element to removing email stress from your life: you need to change the way you think about and respond
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There are usually two options when you ship your display to a trade show. You can send your booth to “Advanced Warehousing” or to “Show Site.” Clients often ask us the difference and why we would choose one over the other. Option #1 is to ship to a warehouse operated by the official show carrier located near the
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When Amy asked me to write a blog post for this newsletter, I had several ideas. I was happy to contribute to our newsletter but kept finding myself short on time to actually sit down and start writing. Finally, after weeks of “gentle” reminders from Amy, I said okay, “At 3 pm today, I will
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When clients consider which type of display suits their needs best, the discussion of portable vs. modular often comes up. The word “modular” is often used in the trade show industry, but many newbies don’t exactly understand what that means regarding an exhibit. There is often confusion about how these two types of displays vary from one another. I
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Let’s talk wall finishings. Wallpaper dates back to the early 16th century and gained momentum throughout the victorian era in English churches and castles. I have vivid memories of wallpaper in the many old English Castles I visited as a child. There were ornate, vibrant colours that decorated every room, hallway and even adorned the
Removable Wall Decals: Not Your Grandma’s Wallpaper Read More »
We’ve had the opportunity to work with many parts and service departments at some of our local automotive dealerships in Calgary. Permanent displays are a great showcase for tires, after-market add-ons, and accessories. Typically we install Gridwall panels into a modular aluminum extrusion so that products can hang away from the wall. The extrusion allows
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Towards the end of October, David and I were having lunch together. He casually mentioned that it might be cheaper to buy a 3D printer to create some connectors he needed for the ATCO Christmas Light activation than purchasing and shipping them in. As I begin running the costs through my brain, I say, “Interesting,
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There is the old saying that people do business with people they know, like, and trust. I continue to believe this to be true. When I reflect on my own business and personal life, I always feel a deeper connection and comfort level with someone I have met in person or spoken to over the
Is Face to Face Communication a Dying Art? I hope not! Read More »
Shipping containers are traditionally known as a transport unit for moving products and materials from A to B. You will see them shipped by truck, rail, and sea. There are over seventeen million containers globally, and most of the world’s international trade is transported in shipping containers. Here is where things get interesting; several million of these used
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