Projects for GITEX 2011 by Nexus54

Photo Tour to GITEX 2011

Here are some of the images right from GITEX 2011. The blog is for those who couldn't attend the mega event.

GITEX 2011

Dubai Police are now fixing wireless cameras on dogs so that they can record everything that they see

E-Government is now having apps for every device so that the people can access and use their services 

The intelligent riding robot for kids that have voice alerts, sensors and zero turn radius

A small robot that can do almost all house-hold functions

A weather proof T.V from Panasonic 

Innovative water proof speakers

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Killer Apps for Your Next Exhibition / Trade Show

Now-a-days Technology and Business go side by side. One of the wonders of Technology today that is benefiting the business users tremendously is "Smart Phones".IDC expect total smartphone sales in 2011 to reach 472 million across the globe, rising to 982 million in 2015. Such an exponential growth is pretty obvious if we look into the benefits of these Smart Phones. The major reason behind the success of Smart Phones are the "Apps". Apps are mobile applications that can be downloaded and run on smartphones such as the iPhone, BlackBerry or Google Android. Some sources estimate there are over 300,000 apps available on the iTunes directory alone.


In today's blog, I am gonna share some of the Apps available for the Exhibitions/Trade shows.


Follow Me:
If you are heading to one of the various tradeshows around the globe, either as an exhibitor or visitor, you might want to check out this app. Designed specifically for the tradeshow industry, it features real-time show alerts and interactive floor maps. A user can schedule tradeshow information while travelling to the show or download it to the phone for later reference. Exhibitor information can also be downloaded to prevent a user from having to carry marketing materials and brochures around the show.


Showguide:
Lets users go paperless, allowing a conference or tradeshow organiser to increase its ‘green’ credentials. This app allows an organiser to upload venue maps, course work, session papers and exhibitor pamphlets, which can be downloaded.


Business Card Reader:
Allows users to take a photo of a new business card handed to you on the spot to store digitally. The text recognition software built into the app will import your contact’s details into your address book. A built-in browser allows users to import LinkedIn profile details as well.


Ustream Live Broadcaster:
This live interactive broadcasting platform can be used to run live demonstrations and press announcements via the app, which can then be watched by those onsite and offsite. It allows you to share the presentations on Twitter and Facebook social networks as well


iLead:
Claims to be the world’s first lead retrieval app. It enables exhibitors to collect tradeshow leads and includes features such as notes, surveys and qualifiers exhibitors.


Square:
For those that take payments at tradeshows, Square is a free payment system app that sends a geo-tagged receipt to the customer in real-time after the transaction is complete. It accepts all major credit cards on your iPhone, iPad or iPod touch with no contract, monthly fees or merchant account required. Once you sign up, the user receives a free Square credit card reader in the mail and it meets all industry-standard security practices to ensure safety for the user and customer.


Gorilla Expense:
Is a combination of the online Gorilla Expense system and a mobile application. When you pay for an expensable item while travelling, take a photo of the receipt, edit a few details about the expense and it will be added to your account for later when you are in the office or on a computer. The service can also be customised to automate the reporting process, restrict expenses that infringe the company’s policy and handle foreign currencies. It costs US$10-50 per person, depending on how many employees from the same company buy the software.


Expensify:
Is an Android app which allows users to import receipts directly from their credit card, converting it into a sendable PDF report. A business traveller can also log mileage, upload photos of receipts like Gorilla Expense and add cash expenses while on-the-go. It allows a user to link a card or bank account so they can track spending.


EventGenie:
Is a customised app for organisers, which provides a secure programme for messaging and a personalised agenda by highlighting certain sessions for delegates. From an organiser’s perspective, it also allows visitor behaviour analysis enabling them to maximise event revenue. The My Event tool allows delegates to record notes, voice memos, photos and videos as well as download exhibitor brochures and speaker slides. Tickets or passes for events can be issued electronically through this app which also offers delegates the option to scan in business cards. It also has multi-lingual support.

Effective Telemarketing is Integral Part of Your BTL Marketing Plan !

If Telemarketing is part of your marketing plan then you can't neglect the importance of its role. Like any other Below the Line (BTL) marketing activity , telemarketing can also make your whole campaign a SUPER DUPER HIT.

The same article is also helpful for novice telephone callers in corporate world, who don’t have any prior experience may find these points helpful for them in order to enhance their calling skills. It’s not mandatory that all of these points are applicable to any person at a same time. 

Have Maximum Knowledge of Your Agenda & Write it Down in Bullet-Form:

Whenever you pick up the phone, make sure you have complete knowledge of whatever you’re going to talk about. Never rely on improvisation. Improvisation requires hell lot of practice, so don’t try it at initial level, it can be disastrous. The right practice is to talk to your immediate boss or a person who has the right knowledge, probe each and every point to make everything clear to yourself in order to make it clear to the person on the line.

Before making important calls, write down all the important points in bullet form and put it right in front  of you.  While noting down, it is better if you use appropriate words that you also want to use during your call. It makes you more organize and presentable on the phone. 

Another important thing is, the selection of your words MUST BE according to the person you are going to talk to. It creates a comfortable environment for the other person and he/she will talk to you at ease.

Feel What you’re Saying with a Smile on Your Face:

Telephone speaking, where your body language i.e; your gestures & postures are not visible, is something that requires a lot of practice to be effective. In order to do so you must feel the intensity of your WORDS. You must pretend as if you REALLY mean whatever you are saying. I am using the word PRETEND here because usually novice professionals have lots of inhibitions that they don’t actually feel what they do. So the key is “fake it till you make it..”. This principle is applicable to other areas of your job as well.

Other important thing here is SMILE. Consider it mandatory to put a smile on your face while delivering your opening statement. For instance, usually when on call we say , “ How are you Mr. ABC?” while saying this you must have a glowing smile on your face because whenever you change your facial muscles in this way, it automatically shows up in your tone (pick up the phone, call your friend and test it ) . So, delivering words according to respective emotion or feel is VERY VERY important on telephone especially. You can also draw a smiley and stick it on a wall before you. You must look at it while making calls.

Have Clear, Crisp and Sharp Tone:

Another important point to keep in mind is that you must practice to have clear and complete words when you speak. Such a delivery of words actually shows your confidence. Speaking with a whining tone, incomplete words, very low voice or mumbling, they all give very negative impact whether you are talking face to face or on telephone. So, be concrete, crisp and confident.

This can be done by concentrating on each and every word you say. Usually novice speaker feel loss of words from mind and as a result of which u lose the concreteness, crispiness and ultimately confidence also diminishes. It happens because of lack of concentration. You may lose your concentration because of making answers before hand, anticipating the next argument of other person, because of your mind wandering around entirely irrelevant matters, hesitation of somebody’s presence or something else like low energy, empty stomach,uncomfortable seating environment,  there is a long a list of things to divert you from the focal point (by the way, for Effective Office Interior, just drop an email to us ;) ).
To avoid this all, I suggest concentrating on each and every word you say. Put all of your focus on your speech. That really helps to prevent distraction, make your voice sounds like focused and confident. Try it TODAY!!

Record Your Voice and Listen it Critically:

Record your voice maybe in your cell phone or where ever possible. Listen it, evaluate it, analyze the flaws, consider your speed, your pronunciation, crispiness, and emotions and most importantly feel how it sounds like? Does it sound they way it should sound? Note all of the points.

Next time you record your voice, compare it with the previous notes you made and work on the flaws. Listen to the experts, practice the way they talk.

Keep Record of Your Learning:

The most important thing to do is to write down in your note book every time you learn anything new during your calls. Whenever you make a mistake during a call sessions discuss it with somebody you trust and who has good knowledge and skills. Open up your diary after every week or so and evaluate your own performance.

At last but not the least, you can’t become master of your field over night. It requires a lot of practice. You will definitely make lots of mistakes during these initial days of your career (if you are newbie) but make sure to never consider these mistakes as negative these are your learning, keep them with you, note them down, discuss them with people and make them the basis of your performance measurement.  
So, practice all of the above mentioned points or others that you consider are helpful for you on REGULAR-BASIS. Just take an initiative TODAY & make this practice your most beloved habit. You will start enjoying your calls !!
Don't forget to share your experience with Nexus54 !! 

Have a Nice Calling !! 

Contributed by : Nexus54 Marketing Department

Cityscape Exhibition and Conferences -- the BIG Time for Real Estate Industry !

Cityscape Global 2011 is celebrating 10 years of Real estate business. The event is a rich place for business to business networking and consequently become a center of attraction for real estate investors, developers, financiers, architects, consultants and other real estate stakeholders. 

From a decade, Cityscape has earn an reputation & credibility by acting as a hub where all the real estate professionals meet up. It has generated a huge data and connected 300,000 real estate professionals through events happening across Middle East, North Africa, Asia, North America and South America. 

This year Cityscape Exhibition and Conferences 2011 is going to be held on 27th - 29th September 2011 in the city of trade, Dubai. 

If you belong to real estate industry and want to meet your target audience in the most effective platform, then Cityscape Exhibition and Conferences 2011 is a not-to-be-missed event for you. 

Nexus54 has an experience of making your participation in the event unforgettable. We have a team who are highly specialized in designing and building the Real Estate oriented exhibition stands. 

Simply contact us at  

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Summer wasn't that Refreshing Before!!

This Summer Nexus54 is bringing a refreshing idea for your business. Team Nexus54 is please to announce a not-to-be-missed opportunity. You are able to win a gift voucher of 150 AED with every branding purchase of 500 AED. 


Whether it is Poster, Shop Signs, Banners, Popup, Rollups, External Signage or Internal Sign to name a few, Nexus54 can provide you with the seamless solutions through our highly dedicated technical staff and consultants that take your brand image one level up.


Hurry up and grab the opportunity because the world believes First Impression Matters!


For all your branding queries, please feel free to contact us at 04 - 333 8980 or send an email

Digital Printing Project by Nexus54

Recent Project for Dubai Airport

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Nexus54 at the Leading Automobile Event - Automechanika Dubai 2011

Nexus54 - Exhibition Division, recently did a project for the leading automobile brand for their successful participation in one of the largest automobile exhibitions in UAE, Automechanika Dubai. 

The event took place on 7th - 9th of June,2011 in Dubai. Automechanika Middle East is the event for the rapidly developing automotive aftermarket in the Middle East. Top brands from all over the world, leading manufacturers and distributors took part in the event this year. Different leading automobile companies exhibit in the event and displayed their products before thousands of participants.

This time Nexus54 did the project for Advanced Expedition Vehicles (AEV) a leading distributor and retailer in automobile industry.

Nexus54 - Exhibition Division is all set to participate in the upcoming Cityscape Exhibition and Conference 2011 in Dubai.

All the exhibitions related queries can be sent to exhibitions@nexus54.com

AEV Stand by Nexus54

Nexus54 at Automechanika

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Nexus54 was established in 2004 to support the tremendous growth of exhibition sector in Dubai and has rapidly developed to become a most reliable source for providing exhibition stands and branding needs for local and international clients.

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