Promos On-Time Releases List of Economical Business Holiday Gifts

Oct. 14, 2008 - PRLog -- Glen Cove, NY  -   Promos On-Time, one of the fastest growing internet distributors of promotional products and employee gifts has released their 2009 Holiday shopping recommendations.

The company's merchandising director, Karen Bianchini, says that they have put more emphasis on lower priced items with higher-perceived value.  "We know it is tough out there, so we have adjusted our offering to reflect the trend of the current business climate" says Bianchini.

Digital picture frames and computer accessories will still be popular as they have come down in price. In fact, higher-end items will still be sought after as many companies have cut or removed bonuses from their 2008 budgets.  Still, they want to keep their good employees happy, so a useful gift will go a long way when looking for loyalty points.

Food gifts make great giveaways for clients and employees. Many holiday recipients look forward to gourmet candy and cookies as much or more than other personalized promotional items. A custom chocolate bar or box of gingerbread men will be shared around the office and talked about with your name and gererosity in mind.

One of the most popular and economical products all year long is the writing pen.  There is nothing wrong with handing out a laser engraved pen with smooth ink cartridge. Pens may not be the best handouts for your A-list customers, but they will be appreciated by prospects and lower volume clients. Many pens are gift boxed or can be placed in envelopes with Christmas or holiday greeting cards.

Calendars, desk planners and pocket diaries remain a holiday staple.  "We get repeat orders from our customers for the same calendar every year because their customers or employees enjoy them and expect to receive them come holiday time" says Bianchini.  "Best of all, they give you 365 days of exposure for your logo, message and contact information. No other gift has that kind of impact for just pennies a day."

In addition, elegant coffee mugs are available in special gift boxes with hot chocolate or coffee packs. Other gift sets include thermos and travel mug combinations, spa kits and fun games for the office or home.

"With everyone under a serious financial crunch, we know the need to cut back is more important than ever. But it is equally important to keep your customers and employees happy, because you will want them both to be with you when our economy recovers" says Mike Lerner, Promos On-Time's Director of Marketing.  " This holiday season may be one of the most important ones ever".

When choosing a holiday gift, always remember your recipients. Choose gender friendly items and remember plant workers and office workers may be different then executives.  With that in mind, there are literally thousand of ideas to please everyone in your company, organization or customer base.

For more information on economical holiday gifts, visit http://www.promosontime.com/get_dept_225.htm.

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