Additionally, there are many companies that offer award-winning exhibition stands and also smaller, lesser-known companies that have some fantastically creative designs. So when it comes to choosing your trade show contractors, here are several questions to ask them to make sure they’re the right choice for you.
The first question you should ask is if they have worked on similar projects before. Each different type of business will have different goals and a different image that they will want to project to their target audience at the event.
Therefore, you will find some exhibition contractors that specialize in providing services to certain types of businesses. This includes contractors who work exclusively with large multinational companies dealing in technology or automobiles, and contractors who will work exclusively with smaller companies that provide services and products on a small scale and exhibit at small events.
Ask the contractor what he has done that is similar to the work you want him to do for you. If they can show you a few examples in their portfolio that resonate with your own ideas and goals, chances are you’ll be one step closer to finding the right exhibit contractor for you.
The next question to ask is whether the company has already produced any award-winning exhibition stands. This is something people don’t always think to ask, but it can provide an idea of the standard you can expect from the contractor.
In fact, many exhibition stand designers will have received an award at least once or twice in their careers and therefore you know that what you will get will be of the highest quality. These exhibit contractors are not always the largest companies and you will often find some hidden gems in the form of small creative companies that have won various awards for their work.
The next question to ask is whether the contractor handles logistics and warehousing in addition to their design services. This is very important because one of the biggest problems with designing an exhibition stand is that logistics and storage can be a big problem, as they are very expensive and complicated to manage without professional help.
A company that offers a complete and comprehensive service is likely to be the best option for you, especially if you have no prior exhibition experience. If a company can help you take a project from a simple idea to creating, transporting, configuring and storing your design, then you can be sure that nothing will be left to chance.
Last but not least, the fourth question to ask your exhibit contractor is what the total price will be for your complete service package. This is important as if you have used a one-stop service, there are likely many elements involved, including setup, logistics, design and construction. Getting a total price will help you budget for the event much more easily.
From finding out if your company is producing award-winning exhibition stands, to getting them to confirm a clear total price you can expect for their services, these questions will help you find a reliable and professional company to work with.
