The Hive is a marketing and design company that offers flexible services to clients. They work to understand their clients' products, services, audiences and goals. The Hive can take on projects individually or work on a retained monthly basis according to a strategic plan. They prioritize sustainability and have a supply chain of specialist partners in areas like PR, web development and media. The Hive believes great ideas come from understanding clients and inspiring enthusiasm.

1. The Hive…Where good ideas come naturally Driven by our clients desire to effectively communicate their message, our success and future hinges on understanding products, services and target audiences. www. thehive . uk.com

2. The Core - What we do…

3. www. thehive . uk.com How we work The Hive can work in a variety of ways, from a monthly retained basis, working to a strategic plan or, a project by project basis where each part of the marketing mix is individually quoted, leaving you free to place work as and when you require. We’re that flexible! Marketing route: 1. Evaluate current position/material 2. Gain knowledge of clients products/services & USP 3. Evaluate target audience and collect client media response via sales force questionnaire 4. Prioritise action points 5. Set budget and date for evaluation of media 6. Present plan, costs & timescales to client

4. www. thehive . uk.com The Hive is a company with both national and international links, and provide cost-effective design and marketing services to companies who require a hands-on approach from its external marketing suppliers. We are fully aware of sustainable practice and the part sustainability plays in good business and we actively seek like minded clients to add to our portfolio. Without question, we will specify print on sustainable stock, using high volume post-consumer waste and biodegradable inks and finishes. The Hive are also champions of strong corporate branding and can adhere to, or compliment, any brand guidelines set by our clients and/or any other collaborating organisations. Once engaged our dedication and loyalty is second to none. Who are The Hive?

5. www. thehive . uk.com The chain We have nurtured and added to our supply chain over the past few years and now have a supplier list to be proud of. Our suppliers are key players in the success of our business and just as we look to reduce paper wastage and use the best possible production techniques, our suppliers do likewise. The Hive work with and retain specialist services in the fields of PR, Web Development, Media and Strategy. The key to our success is that we work in an environment and culture that inspires us, that way great ideas come naturally. We get under the skin of our clients products and services and aim to influence others with our enthusiasm. We truly believe with a little imagination anything is possible!

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