A Sign of the Times

A new sign for your organization can mean a lot of things. Whether you are a school increasing communication, a church gaining new members or a business increasing your sales, your new sign opens a lot of opportunities for you to increase awareness of your organization in your community. Have you ever thought about taking this opportunity one step further?

Since LED signs began hitting the market over a decade ago, this powerful messaging tool has grown in popularity among business owners. LED signs offer flexible, dynamic and high-definition messaging that is simply unmatched by other signage solutions. An LED sign in front of any business speaks volumes about the company's willingness to invest in their company and desire to communicate effectively with their customers.

The sign company of rocket scientists -- we like to think so! NASA recently chose us when they needed a state-of-the-art LED sign for the Vehicle Assembly Building. It was quite an honor to serve this facility!

Signage plays a significant role in the awareness of an organization's location and events. A sign can be the first impression for those who have never visited and an extension of the identity within. So what should you consider when determining the type, style, size and cost of a sign?

Think about it - there are thousands of people who've never been to your door. The sign on your premises is your handshake with the public, and that handshake is the first impression being made on potential customers. Often, people judge the quality of your business on that first impression.

These days, there are only a few ways a church can draw in more people. And "draw in" we don't mean a rummage sale, we mean specifically inviting people to attend services at your church. So what works?

Over the past 45 years, our signs have seen it all. From hurricanes, tornadoes and other natural disasters to less natural events such as plane crashes, our signs have survived even the most extraordinary situations. In 2005, Vincent Settlement Elementary School installed a Herald Series sign.

Communication with parents, students and the community is essential. Outdoor signage is one of the most effective and efficient ways to accomplish this sometimes daunting task. Whether it is a dynamic LED message center or a traditional changeable letter marquee, your school needs a communication method that is reliable and easy to update.

LED signs are one of the most effective ways to reach out to your local community. We've spoken with thousands of organizations like yours that reach out with electronic signs. Whether you are a church hoping to reach out to new potential members, a school trying to communicate with parents, or a business trying to bring in new customers, these tips to using your LED message center will help you accomplish this quickly and easily.