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When everyone contributes ideas to a project from start to finish, you get better results faster. ContructionVaults gives you a single place for all authorized users to view and contribute to the design and construction process. Access design files, BIM models, share ideas, track discussions, and ensure everyone is on the same page from start to finish. Eliminate the need to e-mail huge attachments by keeping complex documents in one secure location.
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Before anyone takes a bite at your restaurant, you’re making an impression. Your signs, menus, and other collateral material are your first chance to establish your brand identity with your customers.
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Window clings are a popular media for retailers who want to incorporate mobile web content into their signage using QR codes. If you’re looking into this as a marketing opportunity, Thomas Reprographics can help! We can produce colorful window display graphics that will attract attention and beautify the structure they adorn.
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The eighth annual Topping Out Networking Event and Awards Program was held Thursday, October 6th at the Frontiers of Flight Museum in Dallas. Since 2002, leaders in the A/E/C industry have met annually to honor the teamwork it takes to create outstanding built environments in the DFW area, to recognize the year’s top ten projects, and to network with peers to discuss the industry’s future.
Topping Out 2011 signified a coming together of the building industry in more ways than one. Awards were handed out not on the basis of individual achievement but rather in honor of the collective accomplishments of the entire team responsible for a project’s success. Former Dallas Mayor and A/E/C executive, Tom Leppert, was the honorary chair of the event. Event co-chairs were Myriam Camargo of Camargo Copeland Architects, Jessica Ferrell of Austin Commercial and David Neal of Chamberlin Roofing & Waterproofing.
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See how Visualogistix, a new service from Thomas Reprographics, helps the education market by allowing them to update their high quality marketing collateral quickly and easily while maintaining a consistent brand. Visualogistix gives you:
- All your materials — brochures, reading packets, posters, signs, flyers, etc. — stored electronically (instead of stacked in closets all over campus)
- Your own Web page to order your collateral — with 24/7 access from anywhere in the world
- The ability to establish standards for customization — and consistency — across the college or university
- Access for others in the school to order collateral as needed — within your established approval process
- Reduced time — and the associated costs — spent managing revisions, storage, inventory, and obsolescence.
See more at Visualogistix.com.
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Does your firm chalk up printing and copying to overhead? Do you rely on the honor system to record reimbursable expenses? See how Argos 7 from Sepialine can help you tap into the most lucrative revenue source available.
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Check out Asphalt Art Media—the most eye-popping way to transform ordinary ground and surface materials such as asphalt, concrete and untreated stone into stunning, vibrant advertising canvases! Call Thomas Reprographics to see your design using Asphalt Art!
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In retail sales, first impressions are important — and so is every additional impression! That’s why you work so hard to develop eye-popping collateral with consistent branding and powerful messages. Now you want to be sure it looks perfect in every location, gets there on time and on spec, and not spend all your time monitoring quality or maintaining inventory. Visualogistix gives you:
- All your collateral — brochures, posters, signs, flyers, etc. — stored electronically (instead of stacked in a closet)
- Your own Web page to order your collateral — with 24/7 access from anywhere in the world
- The ability to establish standards for customization — and consistency — across the organization
- Access for others in the organization to order collateral as needed — within your established approval process
- Reduced time — and the associated costs — spent managing revisions, storage, inventory, and obsolescence.
See more at Visualogistix.com.
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See how Visualogistix, a new service from Thomas Reprographics, helps the restaurant industry by managing its marketing collateral. Instead of letting signs, menus, displays and other material get outdated because it’s too hard to make changes, you can quickly and easily make changes, while ensuring high quality and brand consistency. Visualogistix gives you:
- All your collateral — signs, displays, menus, brochures, posters, etc. — stored electronically
- Your own Web page to order your collateral — with 24/7 access from anywhere
- The ability to establish standards for customization — and consistency — which is especially important when you have multiple restaurants and a variety of locations
- Access for others in the organization (for example, managers of franchise restaurants) to update and order collateral as needed — within your established approval process
- Reduced time — and the associated costs — spent managing revisions, production details, inventory, and obsolescence.
See more at Visualogistix.com.
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Check out how Visualogistix from Thomas Reprographics can help educational departments or universities by managing its information and marketing collateral. With Visualogistix, you can:
- Store all materials (brochures, reading packets, posters, signs, flyers, etc.) electronically (instead of stacking them in closets all over campus)
- Have your own web page to order collateral — with 24/7 access from anywhere in the world
- Establish standards for customization — and consistency — across the college or university
- Give access to others in the school to order collateral as needed — within your established approval process
- Reduce the time and the associated costs spent managing revisions, storage, and inventory.
See more at Visualogistix.com.
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DALLAS, TX – March 1, 2011 – Three industry leading companies providing reprographics and facilities management services (Thomas, NRI and CallPrint) have created a Joint Venture forming one Managed Print Services (MPS) provider: LINK Document Services Group, LLC. To solidify its technology offering, LINK’s first action was to acquire Sepialine, Inc. and its Argos software platform.
This comprehensive MPS offering analyzes, designs and manages enterprise wide copier and printer fleets, providing predictable, controlled costs and increased flexibility while preserving precious capital, mitigating risk and streamlining workflow and compliance.
Each partner is recognized in the A/E/C industry as a leader and visionary. LINK Document Services Group uses the strongest technology platform reaching the largest global network with a unified vision. Partner locations are in most major cities through the U.S. and U.K. with access to the extensive RMX Network, allowing production and delivery of documents anywhere in the world. LINK offers its clients one contract, one platform, one point of contact, one price and one invoice.
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Take a look at these crazy construction conundrums. We know our customers would never make these mistakes, but if you find yourself with something you need to cover up, Thomas Printworks is here to help. Printing and installing custom banners or building wraps is our specialty. We’ll also print your architectural drawings to repair the mishap.
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There's nothing like game day. Whether you spend your Friday nights under the lights, Saturday afternoons in the sun, Sundays tailgating in the lot of your favorite stadium or Monday nights parked in front of the TV, you're bound to understand the magic incited by three words: It's. Game. Day. The Super Bowl takes that excitement to a whole new level, and you've likely discovered that we're ready for February. We're so excited, in fact, that we've decorated accordingly!
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Have you recently found yourself wondering, “How do I advertise my business for the Super Bowl?” Here’s a little reminder from us: we think building banners are super cool! Seven long days before kickoff, ESPN coverage for the Super Bowl begins in Sundance Square deep in the heart of Fort Worth, Texas. With the Fort Worth skyscrapers and buildings in the background, tens of thousands of fans will converge on Sundance Square as millions tune in from all over the world. Here at Thomas Reprographics, we can’t imagine a better time to take advantage of our large-format printing abilities. If you can visualize the huge statement a building banner could make for your business, consider giving Thomas Reprographics a call today at 1.800.TRREPRO.
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According to the McGraw-Hill Construction Forecast, the nation’s construction industry will begin a slow recovery next year.
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No matter what you’re selling — be it nacho dip platters, big-screen TVs, hot air balloon rides or spray-on tans — when a large-scale cultural event like the Super Bowl takes place in your city, you experience a sharp up-tick in sales. Normally, the goal of marketing is two-fold: first, to convince people that they need your product/service, and second, that they should buy it from you instead of someone else.
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The Dallas Metroplex has always been known for having a multitude of impressive developments and landscaping in the greater areas. Every year at Topping Out, industry leaders from both Dallas and Fort Worth unite to recognize and honor excellence in the fields of development, architecture and construction that positively impact our communities. Awards are given not on the basis of individual achievement but rather in honor of the collective accomplishments of the entire team responsible for a project's success. Proceeds from Topping Out benefit The Arc of Dallas, improving the lives of individuals with intellectual disabilities, and the University of Texas at Arlington School of Architecture.
Thomas Reprographics was one of several sponsors of this year's event and is proud to have a hand in supporting community-minded building projects as well as the UT Arlington School of Architecture and Arc of Dallas. It's rare to come across a charity that has such well-rounded benefits. We at Thomas love to support students and great educational programs, such as the UT Arlington School of Architecture. We are also excited to support an organization such as Arc of Dallas, which works with people of North Texas who deal with developmental disabilities. But it is an absolute delight to be able to support both of these groups in a way that also encourages local builders, developers, architects and city planners who work hard to make DFW a better place to live for everyone.
Find out more about this year's Topping Out event and see the winning designs at www.toppingout.org.
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This coming February 6th, Super Bowl XLV will be held at Cowboys Stadium in Arlington, TX. Everyone knows that every year the Super Bowl is a marketing field day, featuring multi-million dollar commercials, viewed by millions who sit through hours of boring football to enjoy.
While television is a fine, albeit a low-bang-per-buck medium, what many people don’t know is that the insider track for this year’s Super Bowl advertising will be the Fort Worth skyline. Seven long days before kickoff, ESPN coverage for the game begins in Sundance Square deep in the heart of Fort Worth. With the Fort Worth skyscrapers and buildings in the background, tens of thousands of fans will converge on Sundance Square as millions tune in from all over the country.
Here at Thomas Reprographics, we can’t imagine a better time to take advantage of our large-format printing abilities. Thomas is one of the few companies in the world with the ability to print the photograph-quality sheets of vinyl necessary to wrap the side of a building with your advertisement. We can take any graphic or design and turn it into a Godzilla-sized moneymaker. We can even help you design something new and amazing. This Super Bowl could be a game-changing moment for your brand and chance to communicate your message to one of the largest audiences in the world. This may not be the right move for every business owner out there – mainly because there aren’t enough buildings in Texas. But don’t be afraid to dream big for some Fort Worth Super Bowl advertising, because Thomas can definitely deliver.
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1. Create an Atmosphere
Don't be a one-banner wonder. With the use of three trade show banners and a few small displays, this company was able to turn a boring space into one that not only looks great, but also creates a cozy, warm atmosphere. When you're at a trade show there is a lot of commotion as hundreds or even thousands of people are wandering through various exhibits. When someone arrives at your trade show booth, they need to feel like they are immersed in what you are selling. It's easy to have a trade show banner printed and set up, but by making sure that your exhibits are consistent in style, as well as adding a few small filler pieces, you can make the world of difference. Don't be a one-banner-wonder, instead create a space that represents your business.
2. Grab People's Attention
The owners of the trade show banner displayed above have used a simple image to make their banner into an optical illusion that easily captures the attention and interest of anyone that looks at it. This technique is great for drawing people in to inspect your trade show banner at which point you can introduce them to your business. This works a lot better than trying to bribe people with swag, and is more cost efficient as well. Also, it gives you something to start your conversation with rather than trying to find a way to break the ice. They key to using illusions however, is to associate the trade show banner with the core of your business so that it is a smooth transition from entertaining to pitching.
3. Use Your Space Effectively
Most trade shows that you visit will only offer businesses a very limited space to present in unless they have an extremely large budget. Since you only have a limited amount of room to place your trade show banners and other items, you must use it wisely. A few good tips are to include various pieces of furniture or media that will keep people in your booth longer. If you can include a small television that continuously plays your advertisements, it will not only draw people in, but it will also act as a quasi-sales person when you are unable to attend to visitors. Including a podium will allow for space to place a computer, and can also be used to store your belongings so that they are not in plain view. Finally, adding a product shelf or display rack will highlight your merchandise, while your trade show banners act as a backdrop. Stay tuned for more tips on effective use of trade show banners, and in the meantime, find out more about our deals.
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Sports bars and burger joints will always be jam-packed on Super Bowl Sunday, but according to a recent survey by The Neilson Company, 9 out of 10 households will be staying home for this year’s big game. "'Staying in is the new 'night out' and we see this trend continue to play out with the Super Bowl,' said Nick Lake, vice president, group client director, Beverage Alcohol at Nielsen. 'Consumers continue to rein in spending and while this 'new normal' provides challenges for restaurant and bar owners, it presents opportunities for consumer packaged goods (CPG) retailers and manufacturers.'" Super Bowl season has traditionally been a busy time here at Thomas as well — printing window clings, building banners and freestanding cutouts for restaurants vying to become the local Super Bowl headquarters. But with consumers tightening their belts, we thought we’d offer few suggestions to help you take advantage of what may become the new normal.
1. Branded Take Home Snack Packages
If people aren’t going to come to you, you can just go to them. Consumers want convenience just as much as value. So put together a unique offering of your top appetizers and drinks packaged in an interesting way. Make special boxes and to-go cups and market this package deal as a tailgate party for the living room. Put some flyers in your menus and position your restaurant to be the one-stop shop for any watch party snacks.
2. Throw a Bigger, Better Party
The only thing better than a living room watch party is a blown out, weekend long football festival. Go big or they’ll go home. Live outdoor music, eating contests with a decent reward, flag football tournaments – anything to get people excited and talking. This could even be a great way to generate free publicity. Local TV news, radio stations and newspapers love to cover interesting events. It could easily become something people look forward to year after year.
3. Push Catering
Everybody loves to attend a great party, but it’s usually a huge pain to throw one. If you can take care of as many annoying details as possible, you’re restaurant will quickly become the go to place for party throwers all over. Even if catering isn’t normally something you offer, rent a few chaffing dishes and truck or two – it will be worth the effort. They key will be informing your customers beforehand so they have a chance to make all their plans.
4. Discounts on Appetizers and Drinks
Besides huge amazing prizes (see #5), nothing brings in a crowd better than a really good deal. Offer cheap beer or half-price appetizers during the game or for anyone who has a table of more than a certain number of people. Another favorite is to give free food based on the game itself. Customers will love the risky nature of it (Vegas makes a killing off this) and they will show up just to see what happens. A free pizza for every touchdown or a round of drinks for an interception. Again, your customers have to know about it before but if you make the deal sweet enough they’ll definitely show up.
5. Give Away Something Expensive
The only thing better than getting something for free is getting something really awesome for free. If you offer something that people definitely want, you’ll have watch out for a maximum occupancy violation. The trick here is to partner with the provider of the item to be given away. If it’s a massive flat screen, make a deal with a local electronics company and give them some free menu advertising. If it’s a free car, offer to cater the next few liquidation sales at the car lot. But the most important thing is to make it something amazing. A free dinner isn’t going to cut it; you’re going to have to come up with something people will go crazy for.
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