– A few points to consider while planning your drupa 2024 tour.
Every exhibition offers a unique opportunity for professionals to network, share ideas, and gain insight into the industry’s latest technological advancements and so does drupa 2024 and therefore, making the most of your visit is not only essential but also of importance since the world’s largest print show is happening after a hiatus of 8 years, thanks to Covid!
We thought it would be nice to strategize your visit rather than take it lightly which in the end, literally ends up nowhere and so the important things one could keep in mind before the start could be as follows –
First of all get a comfortable, yes very comfortable pair of shoes for all the walk you would undertake from one hall to another. Next, strategizing is of utmost importance. Time management is key at an event as extensive as drupa. Prioritizing exhibits based on your professional interests and requirements is the only solution since you will (and cannot) visit everyone and everything. Identifying your goals and aligning them to the exhibits that cater to your needs would help you much.
Planning your route is another important exercise you can undertake much before your visit i.e., identifying the locations of your must-see exhibits and noting down the most efficient path to navigate through them. All exhibitors are probably busier than you and so pre-scheduling your meetings will help you to make the most of your visit. Pre-booking ensures that you have dedicated time to discuss potential collaborations, understand products in-depth, and get answers to your queries.
Exploit the drupa app to the maximum, believe us it is a very good resource. The drupa app offers real-time updates, making it easier for attendees to plan their schedules, up-to-date information on the event schedule and layout, access to interactive maps for improved navigation and even alerts for upcoming meetings and sessions – you just need a probing attitude to actually take advantage of it.
At the very end, allow us to advise you to listen attentively to gain insights and perspectives at each stall of your interest. Absolutely don’t hesitate to engage in conversations with attendees around you. You never know which connection may offer valuable growth opportunities. And, last but not least, do follow up promptly after the event to nurture the connections you’ve made.
Also, ask for a copy of drupa special issue of PRESSIdeas which is available both in print as well as online mode as a guide to your visit and write to [email protected] for any further information on the event. And for those experienced visitors who would want to add to the above advises, please write to us with your comments.
