Ordering custom awards can be a complex process, and there are several common mistakes that can occur. Below, I detail some of the most frequent errors encountered when ordering custom awards:

1. Insufficient Communication: Failing to provide complete or clear details to the manufacturer can lead to errors in the final design. Poor communication about expectations and specifications can result in products that do not meet the client’s requirements.
   
   

2. Lack of Time Planning: Underestimating the time needed for production and shipping can cause delays in the delivery of the awards. This is especially critical when the awards are for specific events with fixed dates.
   
   

3. Inadequate Budget: Not having a well-defined budget from the start can lead to unexpected costs. This includes additional expenses for materials, design changes, or accelerated production needs that were not initially considered.
   
   

4. Customization Errors: Typographical errors, incorrect dates, or poorly written names on the awards can occur if each detail is not carefully reviewed and approved before production.
   
   

5. Failing to Request Samples or Prototypes: Skipping the review of a prototype or sample before mass production can result in a large number of defective or unwanted awards.
   
   

6. Choosing the Wrong Supplier: Working with a manufacturer lacking the experience or capability to produce the desired type of award can compromise quality and customer satisfaction.
   
   

7. Not Considering Material or Design Limitations: Some designs may be technically unfeasible or too costly to produce with the selected materials, leading to the need for last-minute changes.
   
   

8. Ignoring Design Reviews and Approvals: Not actively participating in the design and approval process can result in significant discrepancies between what the client expects and what is produced.
   
   

9. Overlooking Artist or Designer Suggestions: Neglecting the recommendations of professionals who better understand the capabilities and limitations of materials and techniques can result in a less optimal or executable design.
   
   

10. Lack of Legal and Compliance Detail Verification: Failing to check regulations or copyright issues associated with the designs, especially when they include logos or images from third parties, can lead to legal problems.

Following these points can help avoid common mistakes and ensure a more efficient and satisfactory process when ordering custom awards.