A great way to get an idea of what is available is to visit exhibitions and take time to wander around inspecting the stands. If you come across a design that you particularly like, ask the people running it for the contact details of the contractor that installed the display. Although you can simply search on the internet for details of companies who specialize in this kind of work, and see pictures of previous installations, nothing beats the first-hand experience of seeing a stand in action.
A lot of exhibition contractors will also often provide free consultation, quotes and more importantly designs. Meet them and provide an in depth brief of what you are looking for. If you like the designs, then you’re one step closer to them being the contractors for you as well as knowing they understand how to bring your goals to life.
A great-looking stand is one thing but it is even better if it has been put together by a team with a proven track record of increasing exposure and driving sales. If you find exhibition stand designers with a background of this kind of work, you will be on to a winner.
Look for a contractor who has been established for some time and has a long track record in this sort of work. The more experience they have, the easier it will be for them to deal with any unforeseen problems that crop up before, during or after the exhibition.
Try to get added value by choosing a contractor with a wide breadth of knowledge. While some firms may excel at designing and constructing elegant displays, others can also bring a significant amount of marketing experience to the table.
Find out what sort of facilities the exhibition stand contractor you are investigating has on offer. If you decide to commission a large, modular exhibition stand that you can reuse, how much will they charge? Is transportation to the venue included or is that an additional fee. By ensuring you have as much information about the exact service they offer and the terms under which they do so, you’ll be able to compare quotes from rival firms on a like for like basis.
