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Branded Flash Drives – The perfect vehicle for PR Agencies

Thursday, August 12th, 2010

There has never been a busier time for a PR agency in the UK. Whether it’s dealing with oil spills, blood diamonds or spinning the bank’s results.

The core of any successful PR agency is to ensure that the story they are trying to push makes an impact with the target media. They are competing against other agencies try to grab the same column inch space.

So how do they make sure that the PR message is delivered in a manner that is impactful, cost effective, relevant and above all practical.

The answer is the simple USB Memory Stick. But not just any generic, standardised and boring shape or size. What the optimum delivery vehicle for any press pack is the Customised USB Memory Stick. Technology has now markedly improved, to allow  a simply picture or graphic to emerge as a unique Customised USB Memory Stick that is in the shape of the story / product / brand they are trying to promote.

Custom USB Flash Drives that have recently been produced by USB2U

So whether its the launch of a new car, drink, food, financial product, in fact any shape or size they can think of, a Customised Memory Stick can be made to that shape. Simply load the press pack onto the Customised Memory stick and away they go. So why does it tick all the boxes?

  • It is human nature for someone to start playing / pulling apart a Customised USB Memory stick and to start showing it to other colleagues and ultimately plugging it in to see what all the fuss is about. For example, a well known health product provider wanted to launch a new female sanitary towel and a key part of this was PR. So they produced a USB memory stick in the shape of the product! The impact was dramatic, how could it be anything else.
  • A range of factual and multimedia data can be loaded onto the Customised memory stick which autoruns once the memory stick has been plugged in.
  • This is a great keepsake so the story / product they are trying to promote will have longevity.
  • The cost of manufacturing has fallen dramatically and the minimum order quantity for Customised Memory Stick can be as low as 100 units.

So how to they go about getting a Customised Branded USB Memory stick? Firstly contact an established and reputable UK USB Memory Stick provider. The process thereafter is simple.

  • Send a picture of the shape of the memory stick they are after.
  • A 3d Cad drawing will be prepared for sign-off
  • Tooling will be produced and a pre-production sample manufactured.
  • Once this is agreed the full production and delivery will take less than 2 weeks.

So before pulling together that next cardboard folder full of reams of paper, think again….. Customised USB Memory sticks could be what makes their PR campaign a success or not.

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Is the Express Style of Branded Memory Stick Set To Challenge For Top Spot in 2010

Friday, January 8th, 2010

Over the few years the uncontested champion of the branded and promotional memory stick world has been the “twister” style memory stick.

Twister Flash Drive

Sometimes also referred to as the “swivel” or “cap-less” this unpretentious little memory stick has risen to dominance because:

a)     The plastic (or rubber) body shell can be pantone matched to any of the primary colours from your company’s logo.

b)    The twisting metal casing (hence the name) protects the USB connector from accidental damage and means there is no cap to lose.

c)     It’s relatively small. The Twister is a compact USB Memory Stick so it’s easy to carry, and store and despite its size it carries a logo well.

d)    It’s tough. The combination of the metal case and the rubberised body make it a particularly tough memory stick.

e)     It’s easy to print on and its one of the few memory sticks that you can print a true 4 colour process onto. Real “photo-effect” finishes are possible making it the ideal choose if you have a complex brands or logos to reproduce.

f)     Its popularity means that its quite often available from stock, handy if you’re up against a tight deadline for your logo USB sticks.

Express Memory Stick

Up against these pretty compelling reasons any other style or type of branded memory stick is going to have to work pretty hard to compete but, the Express style of memory stick is in with a real shot at the title. Why? Well, the Express offers the following:

a)     It’s a real “cute” looking memory stick that is very tactile

b)    It’s small, even smaller than the twister making it incredibly portable. Ideal if you are taking 100’s or 1000’s to a show or event. Small memory sticks are popular with users and as such they tend to get used more meaning your brand gets better exposure.

c)     Despite its size it there is plenty of space to print onto because the whole of the body shell is available.

d)    The printed area is “sealed” under a resin cover which protects the design/print and ensure brand longevity – you don’t get the “wear factor” common with many other printed sticks.

e)     The Express can be supplied in any colour you want and at no extra cost.

f)     Looks great when coupled with a complimentary lanyard or box.

Express Memory Stick

If you are looking for a branded memory stick in 2010 then it’s worth considering the Express model. At USB2U we think it’s going to become a real contender. Ask one of our team to provide you with a quote and remember we offer a free design service to help you really get the most from your budget.

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The Naked Branded USB Memory Stick

Tuesday, August 18th, 2009

However good your Promotional Memory stick looks, the impact can be lost if it does not include the appropriate packaging or at worst, no packaging at all.

One of the key things to consider when ordering Branded USB Memory sticks is how these are going to be handed to / used by clients as this will have a bearing on the type of packaging.

The following is a list of options that will help you to decide.

No packaging. If you already packaging to insert the Branded Memory Stick into them they can be despatched with no packaging. Ensure they are either placed into individual bubble bags or in tray to avoid them scratching.

Standard Gift Box
Small Cardboard Box. This entry level box protects the customised memory sticks and is very cost effective. Most suppliers will provide these free of charge. Click here.

Window Box
Boxes with windows. These are ideal to show the Branded Memory Sticks off in its full glory as they can be positioned to appear in the window.
Click here.

Tin Box
Tin Boxes. These gives the Promotional Memory Drive greater gravitas and is an ideal executive gift box. Click here.

Blister Pack
Blister Pack. If the Branded Memory Sticks are for retail use then blister packaging may be the solution. It allows the memory sticks to be displayed and a printed card inserted. Click here.

Other things of note:

  • All boxes can be printed with a logo or marketing message
  • Make sure the size of the packaging will allow for any accessories e.g. Branded lanyard
  • Ensure that you order your packaging with the memory sticks, otherwise if these are shipped in separately you would be charged duty on the shippment.
  • Suppliers are now offering packaging in recycled material – worth asking.
  • Remember the bigger and heavier the packaging the more it will cost to ship the Branded Memory sticks in.
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