Window Graphics & Your Retail Business

26 March 2020 | Greyfield Screen Print Ltd

Window Graphics & Your Retail Business

For anyone who is devoted to running a retail store, you will be aware of how much effort and time it takes on a daily basis.

Managing your own store is difficult, especially when you take into account the time it takes to advertise. One of the best ways to advertise a business, though, begins by being able to use window graphics.

Want to know how window graphics will benefit you? Keep reading…..

Window graphics are the best solution for getting someone’s attention. They are usually as tall or taller than the average sized person, meaning they are noticeable right away. People will be able to quickly receive all of the information that you ask of them from the window graphic. It looks amazing, and usually does a great job of encouraging people to visit the store to check out what there is to offer.

But wait...that’s not all!

Window graphics in retail have various useful and beneficial factors. Let’s read on and take a look.

Make people aware of your up to date products

One of the leading reasons why a company or organisation may decide to use window graphics in retail is to highlight their latest offerings. If you have a relatively new up to date product range, possibly even from a commercial partnership, it should be advertised clearly. Promoting in-store is beneficial yes, but that’s not all you should be doing.

You should be looking to take advantage of all parts of your shop and facility; including the windows, to publicize your new range for shoppers and the general public.

Improve your recurring sales figures

When you feel as though you are experiencing a slower than normal marketplace, seasonal sales figures can dip slightly. While that can be a negative thing, alternatively it allows more room for more sales to be put on.

Sales can sometimes feel like a last resort, but they can lead to people visiting the store for the sale which can go on to them buying some full-price offers you have on, too!

Increase awareness of charitable events

If you're wanting to promote your business from a more ethical and community-driven point of view, this is a very effective method. We recommend that you use your window advertising space to help promote several company events. These can be events such as fundraisers in-store to help with local charities. This is especially helpful for getting people to visit stores to donate and to receive more information on ways in which they can help as well as making several purchases whilst they are visiting!

Take advantage of every wall space available to you

Whilst many retail businesses keep their windows clear in order to allow the public to see their interior this is not always the best possible use of space. Wall space is ideal for marketing, promoting and advertising, and you should be looking to use that extra space to your advantage and make the most of it.

Want to be successful? Well keep your walls in-store only for merchandising and promoting. Your window space is best for promoting your best new and up to date offers. By doing this you’re improving chances of bringing in more customers. This makes much more orderly use of the space you have to use as well as allowing more space for more products and promotions all at once.

On that note...

Yet to try window graphics in retail? Why not?

With an experienced local designer who takes into consideration your thoughts and ideas it becomes so simple to create quality graphics. When used in an ethical and correct way, this method of promoting encourages people to visit your store instead of simply observing before visiting a competitor in your industry. For this reason, you should definitely look into taking full advantage of window graphics in retail to advertise your business.