8 Tips for Buying Corporate Recognition Awards

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EDCO Awards & Specialties 3702 Davie Blvd.Fort Lauderdale, Florida(800) 377-8646 www.edco.com

#1 – Look for quality

Above all, consider the quality of the product. Anything can look good on the Internet, but find out what quality you’re buying. A $35 corporate award will not be of the

same quality as an award that costs $135.

Crystal golf ball on pillars award

# 2 – Buy like your shoppingfor a diamond

Clarity, color, finish and weight all have meaning

when shopping for corporate awards. You

want a corporate award with good quality glass or crystal, one-half to three-quarters inch thick so it’ll

have good weight.Rising Diamond Crystal Award

#3 – Go for the sizzle

There are traditional awards, like plaques, but don’t buy your

corporate awards till you’ve checked out the newer crystal

awards that combine optical glass, crystal, black glass or vibrant

colored glass.Crystal Distinction Award

#4 – Appreciate good engraving

The impact of a nice award can fall flat if it’s not engraved in a

way most suitable for the material. Many trophy shops laser engrave crystal, which is inferior to sandblasting. Sand engraving does a better job on

detailed artwork because it creates a precise, deep etch.

Laser engraving doesn’t cut as deep, so it doesn’t look as

crisp and can compromise the details of a company logo.

Optical Crystal Apple Award

#5 – Develop a tiered program

A traditional plaque is a good way to reward young employees for annual achievement, while a more dynamic

crystal award is great for acknowledging the

highest levels of performance.

Employee Awards Program

#6 – Ask for help

Most companies order their awards 3-5 days before they need them, so time is of the essence. Work with a vendor

whose customer service department has in-depth knowledge of the product line. Be sure the person

you’re talking to understands how much time each step

takes, what’s involved in the art design process and so

forth, to meet your deadline.Clear Mirror Award w/ Acrylic Plate

#7 – Buy from a manufacturer

Working directly with a manufacturer, like

EDCO Awards, enables companies to ensure they’re getting the

highest quality corporate awards for their budget, the product is in-stock,

they get quick service and turnaround and expertise

on art design.Omni Globe Award

#8 – Talk to a person

The outcome of your corporate awards program is

too important to rely on a faceless Internet site.

Economy sites don’t offer the quality craftsmanship,

selection or customer service of a traditional manufacturer.

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For more information,call EDCO at 800-377-8646

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