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This week's headlines for companies in the sign, graphics and visual communications industry

December 5, 2019 // View in your browser

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WHAT'S HOT

"I can’t think of another sector of retail that is opening stores at such a fast clip."

Sign, graphics and visual communications companies explore the opportunities and challenges of providing signage for marijuana retail businesses.

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TOP NEWS HEADLINES

ISA Sign Expo Education Sessions Now Open
The sign, graphics and visual communications industry is constantly evolving. So why not stay ahead of the curve by registering for ISA International Sign Expo® 2020 with education? With a variety of education tracks and sessions to choose from, you will find what you and your business need to stay competitive.

OSHA No Longer Accepting CIC Operator Certifications
OSHA issued an enforcement policy clarifying that crane operator certifications endorsed by Crane Institute Certification (CIC) no longer comply with the OSHA requirement that trainings be certified by an entity accredited by a nationally recognized accrediting agency, such as ANSI or NCCA/ICE. Is your program approved?

Small Factories Embrace Automation – Because They Can’t Find Enough People
Robotic arms have become nimbler, safer and less expensive, leading small and medium-sized enterprises to consider automation.

Scoring a Bigger Purchase Ticket: Vinyl Upsell
Vinyl films can be a natural upsell opportunity, whether the customer comes in for vehicle wraps, point-of-purchase graphics or custom decals.

Strategic Insights Paper Explores Impact of 5G
The coming of 5G, expected to be fully implemented next year, will mean sweeping changes for the sign, graphics and visual communications industry, according to the latest ISA Strategic Insight paper.

First look: Mamago, Wagamama’s new food-to-go concept
Japanese casual dining chain Wagamama launches a new London concept for food-to-go. The article looks at how the brand was conceived and executed. It includes use of signage and traffic flow to keep the lines moving.


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SIGNS OF SUCCESS

Getting Schooled on Vehicle Wraps
Mitchell County High School (GA) Career, Technical and Agricultural Education teachers and students wrap a school vehicle. The school wanted to expand its graphic arts education program.

Meridian Opens UK Office
Digital kiosk and sign manufacturer Meridian opens a new office in the UK, the first time in a decade the company has operated internationally.


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