OPEN DOORS Lets talk! The way we communicate, especially in business, has evolved significantly in recent years. Emails and Teams meetings have largely replaced phone calls and in-person meetings. But have we moved too far in this direction? Possibly. One major concern is the decline of face-to-face meetings - and, by extension, the loss of valuable networking opportunities. While Teams meetings became essential during the pandemic, offering a cost-effective, time-saving and environmentally friendly way to stay connected, they do have their limitations. Virtual interactions simply can’t replicate the spontaneity and personal connection of in-person conversations. That’s why events like the recent dhf Conference at RAF Cosford are so important. By all accounts, it was a great success (see article on page 14), proving that face-to-face meetings still have a crucial role in today’s business world. These gatherings allow us to reconnect, build relationships and engage in some good oldfashioned networking - something digital meetings just can’t fully replace. And, of course, we will be doing more of these kind of events in the future. A regular comment column, brought to you by Bob Perry, CEO, Door and Hardware Federation For more information, please visit www.dhfonline.org.uk THE door industry journal spring 2025 Also online at: www.dijonline.co.uk Bob Perry, dhf CEO 80% of our Advertisers choose our VIP Advertising Packages Our best-selling advertising option - aimed at regular advertisers in return for a minimum three issue commitment - offering inclusive editorial space and a fixed budget-friendly price. These 12 month all-inclusive advertising packages cover our printed and digital issues, social media, blog postings and our weekly e-newsletter for little more than the price of a series booking of three adverts, plus the option to pay in 12 easy cash-flow friendly monthly payments. Pricing for our most popular packages is shown below: • Full Page VIP Package - £1,495 per issue or £375 per month • Half Page VIP Package - £1,025 per issue or £255 per month • One Third Page VIP Package - £795 per issue or £200 per month • Three issues are published each year. Monthly payments are based over 12 months. For full details of everything that is included in each package - see pages 14 and 15 of our media pack at www.dijonline.co.uk . All prices exclude VAT.
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