19 November 2014

Things You Should Not Miss When Creating Custom Trade Show Exhibit Design

By Ida Dorsey


Competition calls for more creative measures. But creativity in business is a challenge. It is not just about you after all. It is about them. There is a difference. Unless you manage to combine your creativity to the wants of your market, then you will not be that visible. The competition at present demands a business to outstand, and not just to be visible.

But here is the catch, you can promote yourself as early and as effectively as you want. One great way to do this is through custom trade show exhibit design. You do not need to sell something at this point just yet. This event is geared to improving your presence in the market so that those who do not know about you yet but are interested to take a look will have the chance. It is for free and it brings in many people.

If you are planning to make one for your business, it is vital that you know the considerations. These are things that you have to think about prior to creating one. We have listed them down below.

First is the branding. You as the owner or the manager should have a clear understanding of the identity of the product or service that you are selling. This is where you pattern the design for your exhibit. For instance, if your brand color is blue, then a dominant blue on the exhibit should be reflected.

Target niche. As mentioned, this exhibit is for them and not just for you. You do the organizing, preparation and the like but at the end of the day, the effectiveness of all you have done is measured by the response of your market. If your niche are male, adult, businessmen but found a lot of teen girls on the event, then maybe something about it had piqued their interest. And maybe, you did not do well enough in impressing your real target.

Three, the location. A great design will still not be effective in the absence of a good location. In order to optimize the great benefit of an exhibit, you need to situate it at a strategic location. This means that the place has to be accessible most especially to your main market. If you target the teens, you would not want to place your exhibit somewhere near the nursery school.

Fourth is the budget. Putting this up will require money. And if you are just starting out, then your budget may be limited. But do not fret. You have options. There are things you can do with the budget that you have that will still give the best appeal for your products. Work along your budget. Ask friends for suggestions if you have to. You will be surprised by the creative ideas they will be able to come up.

Five, the product presentation. Just like in a wedding ceremony, the bride prepares well for the groom. Before they meet at the altar, she dresses at her best to become the most beautiful woman in the event. Your products should be the same. A great exhibit design should be coupled with a great product presentation.

The best thing about customizing your own exhibit is you have full control on how it would look like. You may not be the one who will personally make the design but the details will be coming from you. Unleash your creativity.




About the Author: