Archive for the ‘Corporate Gifts Business Card Holders’ Category


Why it’s Time to Celebrate a Return to Confidence in Business

 Monday, April 12th, 2010

As the world begins to emerge from one of the longest recessions in history, there was cause for optimism amongst British companies with the news that confidence and output in the UK is at its highest for four years, according to a survey by accountants BDO.

A return to pre-recession levels is definitely a cause for optimism, and as companies continue to recover and grow there has never been a better time for businesses to reinforce their brand, announcing their presence in a brave new world for business.

One way to do this is by using Personalised Corporate Gifts embossed with a company logo, showing your rivals and your clients the continued strength of your brand. These gifts can be used as a thank you to clients for their business during the downturn, or for employees to reward their hard work in maintaining your Company’s position in the market.

The effects of these gifts can be huge. With clients unsure over which companies have survived the downturn, a branded corporate gift such as the Orbital Spinning Clock, is a great way to remind them of the continued strength of your Company.

When used as an employee reward, a Corporate Gift is also a great way to raise morale in a team that may have been hit by cutbacks during the recession. Awards such as the Star Trophy Award can be used to reward employees who have exceeded their targets, providing a fantastic reward and also an incentive for the rest of the team.

The Corporate Gifts Company carries a huge range of other Corporate Gifts that any Company can use to celebrate a more optimistic 2010.


Corporate gifts fit for a king

 Wednesday, August 12th, 2009

It may seem excessive hold corporate events in a castle or a stately home, given that the current economic climate dictates a degree of financial modesty, and that companies do not want to be seen spending money. However, good communication and morale building are more important than ever, and many of the UK and Ireland’s stately homes and castles have great facilities as well as a business – like approach to give your corporate event real impact. 

There is a huge variety of homes and castles that provide inspiring surrounding for events, and combine a professional service with excellent facilities and elegant décor. Just be careful of those expenses – definitely no moats! Venues such as Leeds Castle, Rookery Hall, Seiont Manor Hotel and Woodland Park Hotel are just a few examples of the type of that are perfect for this type of high level executive corporate event.

If you are organising an event in a prestigious place, then you need equally prestigious corporate gifts and accessories to complete the picture. The Corporate Gifts Company has a great range of premium incentives worthy of the grandest venues. Our range of premium leather is perfect for this type of event, with items such as the A4 folder, leather pen, overnight bag firm favourites. Sterling silver also sets the right tone; from sterling business cards, to silver photo frames (perfect to present those group or team photos at the end of the event). There are many other premium silver plated items to choose from, call The Corporate Gift Company sales team today on 0845 430 2902.


Why Investors in people is good for our customers

 Tuesday, July 28th, 2009

Why Investors in people is good for our customers

Recent research from Cranfield School of Management pinpoints exactly how Investors in People make a dynamic difference to the bottom line. Investors in People has always been more than an’ act of faith’ by most recognized organisations. Direct experience of benefits has been confirmed in recent years by reports from organisations like the Confederation of British Industry, The Institute of Employment Studies and the Central Office of Information which showed the strong connection between using the Investor in People framework and business improvement. This culminated recently in research from the Institute of Employment which illustrated that the financial benefit of being an Investor of People amounts to an average of an extra £176 per employee in gross profit, every year. Why does Investors in People produce these benefits and what are the key factors between Investors in People and bottom line profitably? Cranfield School of Management’s research showed exactly how Investors creates the conditions in which the organisation performs better and more profitably. At the centre of Cranfield analysis was what was referred to as a “chain of impact.” This was based on the idea that the positive changes in a way an organisation operates ripple out producing, in their own turn a series of other changes in what becomes a virtuous circle of improvement. Other result from being Investors in People – includes levels of customers satisfaction, the ability to recruit and retain other employees, the quality of employee relationships and also by how well the organisation’s products and services are perceived.

The Corporate Gifts Company have held the Investor of People status since 2005 and we strongly believe that this enables staff to be more committed, also better trained and more knowledgeable through out the business. This means our customers get the best possible service from initial enquiry, through to through to advice on branding your corporate logo, from production and despatch through to after sales.

Call our expert sales team on 0845 430 2902 and see for yourself!


Maintaining and promoting your company’s identity through brand recognition in a takeover world

 Tuesday, July 14th, 2009

Maintaining and promoting you brand recognition is a huge issue that faces many companies that have been merged or acquired. The potential loss of identify can’t be detrimental.
These takeovers are driven by economic trends and can be unavoidable in today international marketplace. These consolidations mean that marketing departments must develop new promotional strategies to build up brand recognition and consequently loyalty & trust. They need to use an integrated strategy that markets their product or service with the consumer or client on a 1 2 1 basis through every available marketing and promotional system.
Understanding who your customers really are is the 1st step towards eventual success. Promoters will need to know and consequently fully understand their products or services nuances, and also how their own particular industry operates.
An increase in targeting promotions and marketing is imperative.  How promoters use marketing techniques to promote their product or brand, as well as use the information that these techniques provide, will be a key feature in shaping their success.
An obvious promotional technique would be with the use of promotional giftware to reinforce the brands identity. We can help with choosing the right product for you, contact us for help.