QR Codes

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QR codes can be scanned by smart phone users as a quick, easy and trendy way to obtain more information about a company or organization.

 

FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS ABOUT QR CODES

 

What is that funny little barcode thingy for?

It’s a QR code and they are becoming more and more prevalent in the market place. You'll see them in newspaper ads, bill boards and at trade shows. The concept was invented in Japan for the manufacturing sector years ago. Today in North America it is the next hot marketing trend. Ultimate Promotions can help you use QR codes.

 

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How would I use a QR code for my organization?

The purpose of a QR code is to quickly and easily share information of your choosing. This can take several forms.

• web sites loaded automatically on the users phone
  
• send a text message   ie: "thank you for visiting our booth at the SuperCom Trade Show.  Please stop by our VIP party in Room 3245"
• email  ie: "Please find a coupon attached to this email for your next visit to Megadeals!"
• phone number 
• V Card
• V Calendar event
• Google Maps Location
• Paypal Buy Now Link
• Social Media
• Itunes Link
• Your Tube Video
  
  

The applications are unlimited. At Ultimate Promotions, you are not just buying "stuff". We share what we know from our 15+ years of marketing experience. QR codes are only one example of the ways we can make our products pay for themselves

What kinds of products can I put a QR code on?

It is recommended to use a minimum size of 32 × 32 mm or 1.25 × 1.25 inches. So that means QR codes can go on items like:

• tote bags
• notebooks
• name badge holders at trade shows
• t-shirts
• stickers

Consult us for the best ways to use a QR code.

 

What does the smart phone need to make this work?

There are many free "apps" that smart phones can download to enable this feature. 

What are the main benifits of using a QR code?

• You have the opportunity to be ahead of the crowd with your marketing efforts
• Its the newest form of niche marketing
• A potential customer can quickly scan the code and store information about your company
• if you are at a trade show you could also add a QR code to your booth display. They can be scanned from as far as 200m away if your QR code is big enough
• QR codes enable customers to obtain your info without talking to you. So if you sponsor tote bags at a show, any smart phone user in any location during or after the show can learn about your company
• Using QR codes makes you look "ahead of the curve" and progressive in your thinking. People with smart phones love to use thier gadget in as many ways as possible and QR codes are no exception.

How do I generate a QR code ?

We offer this service free of charge. All you need to do is tell us what kind of information you want to share. We use software to help us encode your URL, text messages or email in the code and then transfer it to your product.

 

How do I use QR codes to track the effectiveness of my marketing campaign?

If you have a web site and track your visitor stats, it’s easy. If done properly you can determine how many people responded to your offer, how long they stayed on your web site and if they completed a form requesting more info. We know a couple of tricks so kindly contact us to find out more. 

We are an established, online business and have nearly 15 years of online selling experience. If you want to move beyond giving away "stuff" and start making your promotions more powerful, please call and ask for "The Idea Guy".