| Event management companies will design and | | | | you were to look for these services yourself, it |
| manage events, projects and programmes, whilst | | | | would cost you, which is often not included in |
| being strategic and creative in their thinking. They | | | | budgets. Hidden costs incur in the manner of time, |
| should have a dedicated team that can create, with | | | | labour, transport, communications, etc |
| you, all elements of your exclusive/bespoke event, | | | | If you choose an Events Management company that |
| programme or project. | | | | don't own their own kit, you will benefit vastly |
| Is it more expensive to use an event management | | | | because they will look around for the best equipment |
| company? | | | | to suit your requirements and budget. |
| No, it is actually more cost-effective to use an event | | | | What percentage should I spend on décor |
| management company. Event Management | | | | and entertainment? |
| companies will have cheaper rates and good | | | | In an ideal situation, your budget should cater for |
| relationships with suppliers and the expertise of | | | | equal amounts for food and beverage and for decor |
| organising and managing events can save you a lot | | | | and entertainment. The more elaborate however |
| of money. | | | | your spending on decor and entertainment, the |
| Why can event management companies offer | | | | greater the impact on your function will have (but |
| services cheaper than what I can get those services | | | | please do not under-cater). |
| for? | | | | Unfortunately, this ideal solution is seldom achievable, |
| Event management companies use suppliers, | | | | as most venues charge steep prices for food and |
| entertainment, venues, caterers services frequently | | | | beverage. Therefore it would also be workable if you |
| and consequently obtain agency or discounted rates | | | | allocate a minimum of thirty per cent (30%) for |
| which they pass on to their clients. Event | | | | decor and entertainment. |
| management companies buy services in mass, which | | | | How Event Management can bond your team |
| end up a lot cheaper. | | | | It is important to choose an Event Management |
| Can an Event Management company save me time? | | | | company that has experience of working with top |
| Yes, an events management company will know | | | | blue chip companies that engage and inspire. |
| exactly where to look for the services you want. If | | | | |