Category: Zeitgeist

Widthwise 2018: The key findings

The 2018 Widthwise report on the state of the UK/Ireland’s wide-format print sector will be published alongside the next issue of image reports. But we thought you’d like a heads-up on the key findings ahead of the key trade shows, where so many investment decisions will be made. Or will they?

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That’s a relief

Do you know you can get money off your tax bill for R&D? And if you do, are you doing anything about it? Adam Kene, MD of Kene Partners, explains how you can make more from what you do.

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Acting up

Turn your training crisis into a drama – that’s what SMEs to FTSE 100 companies are doing to get better results. We asked Mark Huggins, MD of Corporate Drama, to explain how the return on training investment can be significantly increased if you make a scene of it.

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The school space invaders

School graphics are taking off. PPS MD Noel Palmer explains how the Preston-based company is making the most from what is becoming a marketing trend within educational establishments.

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Going phishing?

As cyber crime increases should you be using simulated phishing techniques within your own staff pool to identify weak security links? Matt Rhodes, commercial services manager at Quiss Technology, explains how the company employs this test scenario within companies.

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22-24 FEB, 2026
Sign & Digital UK

Where?

Hall 6, NEC, Birmingham

Cost?

Free to members of the sign making and digital print trade.

What is it?

Running for more than 35 years, Sign & Digital UK is a central part of the industry’s calendar, providing an annual launch pad for all that is new, and an economic stimulus for the industry. The show gives the opportunity to meet in person, see and compare equipment and kit from the major industry suppliers, and the chance to source new suppliers and gather new ideas to enhance and drive your business forward.

23 FEB, 2026
The Sign Industry Awards

Where?

National Conference Centre, Birmingham.

Cost?

An individual ticket is £289, whereas a table of 10 is £2,800.

What is it?

The Sign Industry Awards, presented by Sign Update and Sign & Digital UK, celebrate excellence in the visual communications sector by honouring past achievements, present innovations, and future advancements. These awards recognise outstanding suppliers, sign makers, and individual traders in sign making, digital printing, and visual communications. With over 35 years of industry service, SDUK and Sign Update ensure that everyone in the industry has a voice, highlighting and rewarding the best in the field.