We have all experienced how design flaws can turn a reasonable concept into something completely maddening. The image of a square peg in a round hole comes to mind. A business should run smooth in its entirety, down to the smallest of details. Anyone who has ever repeatedly had a nametag fall out of a badge holder or was unable to stuff it into one to begin with knows this all too well. For example, custom badge holders might seem like a small detail, but company morale could be contingent upon it.
Lanyards
Lanyards are a practical and inexpensive way to customize the look of our employees. When ordering lanyards, we are faced with what color best represents us. We weigh our material options, trying to balance style and function. We painstakingly decide between getting a logo or the company name embroidered. We lament over whether the lobster claw or the J-Hook clasp will meet our needs, and once we are finally done agonizing over all the details of the lanyard, we suddenly realize we haven’t even gotten to the badges yet.
Badges
When designing a badge template, remember that a badge is literally our identity. It not only identifies each employee, but it represents the company as a whole. A badge should be professional in appearance and identify the name and station of each employee. The badge should be free of too many distracting graphics that might cause a cluttered and disheveled look. It is not necessary to over complicate the nametag; it should be simple and streamlined. To complement the badges, also consider investing in custom badge holders.
Badge Holders
Custom badge holders are made to fit the nametag like a glove. Perhaps a seemingly small detail, a badge holder that does not fit the nametag it holds can jeopardize an otherwise professional look. Badge holders are the last and probably least interesting choice to make, but one that should be given some thought when ordering to ensure the proper size for the badge. After all, good business leaders know that success can be found in paying attention to all the little details.
