How to Use Notice Boards Effectively
- 18 Feb 2017
How to Use Notice Boards Effectively
Notice boards, big or small are a great tool for sharing information in an organisation. It’s easy to add and remove notices when necessary and provide a contained space for any important messages that need to be displayed. Red17 are leading providers of notice boards as well as a range of other signage products and are here to share our top tips for effective use of notice boards.
Location
The first key step in using a notice board effectively is to choose the right location to display it in. You need to consider who the messages on the board will be aimed at. Is it to advertise to your customers or just for staff notices? Once you’ve established who needs to see the board, it will be simple to choose a place to locate it. Staff rooms and shop foyers are ideal locations as everyone who needs to will be able to see if anything has been added regularly. It should be placed at a comfortable viewing level so no important messages are missed and should not be obstructed by any large objects to make it easy to add and remove content.
Content
It’s easy to add all sorts of content to your notice board. Large noticeboards are sizeable enough to fit posters as well as any leaflets and information you wish to display. Set rules for the types of messages that can be displayed on the board as it is not necessary for all information to be displayed publicly. Also, provide a means for people to attach their material. Drawing pins are a good option as they hold paper securely and can be pinned in each corner to keep the content presentable.
Organisation
The key to effective content display is to keep it organised. When layers of paper are continuously added to a notice board it can become difficult to see what is new or relevant. Removing items when they are no longer needed is the best way to ensure new literature is viewed by everyone. Ensure someone is responsible for the management of the noticeboard. Set a time limit for each piece of content and make sure new messages are not covering up older ones that may still be important.
Layout
Another way to organise the content on your board is to stick to a specific layout. You could split your board into different sections or categories to make it easier for people to find material that is relevant to them. Use tape to section off different areas and add headings to ensure only the right content is displayed in each category. Another alternative is to display separate boards in different locations to ensure messages do not get mixed up.
Spread the Word
Large notice boards are a great tool for building a community and it’s important to get the message out there. Ensure your staff know they are able to add messages to the board, but be sure to set guidelines as to the types of notices that are appropriate. Similarly, notice boards can be used for teaming up with other local businesses. They can be used to support each other’s events and keep everyone up to date on what is going on in the local community.
Overall, the key to using notice boards effectively is to ensure it is used regularly. Encourage people to add messages whilst ensuring the organisation of the board is maintained makes for an effective hub of information. Red17 stock a wide range of notice boards in different sizes and materials. Suitable for businesses, schools, churches and other organisations, we have everything you need to make sharing messages easy.
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