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title: Exhibit Design VS Real-Life | Catalyst Exhibits
description: Translating a exhibit design in to real-life results - How to make sure the trade show booth you get on the show floor is the one you were expecting.
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# [Exhibit Design VS Real-Life | Catalyst Exhibits](https://www.catalystexhibits.com/research-and-insights/exhibit-design-vs-real-life-results)

 Written by [Catalyst](https://www.catalystexhibits.com/research-and-insights/author/catalyst) | Feb 5, 2019 2:00:00 PM

It's not uncommon for exhibit companies to make the initial design of the exhibit look great, but then provide a final product that doesn't live up to expectations. This can be due to any combination of problems with set-up, fabrication, communication, or overall results. This articles covers common missteps and our approach to successfully avoid them.

***Below are 3 critical areas ****in making sure**** you get the exhibit you expected.***

 

##### **COLLABORATIVE PROCESS**

Clear expectations, transparency, and communication are just as important as quality and set-up. That's why we use a collaborative process that focuses on what will maximize your success at the show. A collaborative process may take a little longer up-front, but the end result will be an exhibit designed specifically for your needs. **You will know exactly what you are getting and why.** Cutting corners, lack of collaboration, and off-the-shelf solutions open up the possibility for miscommunication and sub-par results.

 

 

## **E****XPERIENCE & EXECUTION**

Clear examples of results and execution should be a cornerstone of the evaluation process. **If an exhibit house can't  demonstrate the ability to execute what they are pitching, you are being exposed to unnecessary risk.** Experience is critical in an industry with so many moving parts. For us and our on-site partners, that experience is a badge of honor. Combine this with on-site support and strong account management, and you are left with a much smoother experience. **Exhibit houses that execute well aren't simply done once the exhibit leaves the door.**

 

 

##### ** IN-HOUSE FABRICATION**

Certain exhibit houses outsource elements of the fabrication work. While this allows them to reduce overhead - it can result in longer lead times, quality issues, and mistakes. For that reason, we have invested heavily into full fabrication capabilities -** allowing for greater quality control, workmanship, and the ability to react to needs faster. **Further, it allows the creative boundaries to be pushed without compromising customer experience. This leads to better results with less headaches.

 

***If you would like to see how we can take your next project from a rendering to reality,***

***[Click Here](https://www.catalystexhibits.com/contact?hsCtaTracking=db9ae2a0-59b2-455c-8592-0652ae579ef5%7C0a258ff1-c6d9-4cb8-913f-23653bae8c37) to get started.***

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