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Design Forecast: Summer 2025’s Hottest Creative Trends
Tue 15th Jul 2025
As the longer days of summer draw near, brands are looking to refresh their visual identities with impactful design. At Datum, we believe that change presents not just an opportunity but a creative imperative. In this blog, we explore the…
The Print Management Advantage Save Time, Money, and Stress
Mon 14th Jul 2025
In today’s competitive business landscape, every resource counts – especially time and budget. Yet, many commercial organisations still wrestle with the complexity, inconsistency, and hidden costs of managing print in-house. That’s where print management comes into its own. At Datum,…
Mastering Google Trends: A Marketer’s Guide to Smarter Content Planning
Fri 11th Jul 2025
In the fast-paced world of digital marketing, staying ahead of audience interests is key to driving engagement. For businesses and educational institutions alike, understanding what people are searching for is crucial to creating content that resonates. That’s where Google Trends…
Instagram Trends 2025 How Your Brand Can Stand Out with Datum’s Creative Edge
Thu 10th Jul 2025
As Instagram continues to evolve at pace, staying ahead of the curve is no longer optional for brands that want to connect, engage, and grow. The visual-first platform is home to over two billion users worldwide, and its trends shape…
Your Event Partner from Start to Finish: Inside Datum’s Print Project Management Model
Wed 9th Jul 2025
At Datum, we believe that successful event management is about more than just showing up on the day with a pop-up banner and a smile. It’s about strategy, preparation, flawless execution – and above all – making sure your brand…
Marketing Support in Hertfordshire Why Local Expertise Delivers Better Results
Sat 5th Jul 2025
Whether you’re a small startup in St Albans, a high-street retailer in Hitchin, or a growing business in Cuffley, choosing the right marketing support in Hertfordshire can transform how you connect with your customers. At Datum, we work with a…
Design, Print and Publish: The A–Z of Creating a School Magazine
Thu 3rd Jul 2025
Creating a school magazine is more than a term-end task or a student project – it’s a chance to celebrate community, showcase achievements, and build school spirit. Whether you’re highlighting academic milestones, sharing student stories or presenting creative writing and…
How Often Should Schools Refresh Websites to Align with Academic Cycles
Wed 2nd Jul 2025
Maintaining a compelling, up-to-date school website is no longer optional. It’s a vital tool for communication, engagement, and reputation management in both the independent and state sectors. Yet one question remains consistent across education clients: how often should a school…
Minimalist vs. Maximalist Design Which Style Fits Your Brand
Mon 30th Jun 2025
In the fast-evolving world of branding and design, the aesthetic choices you make say a great deal about your business. Among the most prominent creative debates today is the question of minimalist branding vs maximalist branding. Which style better serves…
The Role of Brand Guidelines (And Why Your Business Needs Them)
Sun 29th Jun 2025
In today’s fast-paced and highly competitive market, consistency is more than a luxury—it’s a necessity. From your website to your social media channels, and from your email signatures to printed marketing materials, every touchpoint is an opportunity to reinforce who…
Print Marketing Is Not Dead Why It Still Delivers in a Digital World
Thu 26th Jun 2025
In today’s fast-paced digital world, it’s easy to overlook traditional channels like print. But here’s the truth: print marketing is not only alive—it’s thriving. At Datum, our 30+ years of experience in creative and print solutions have taught us one…
How to Measure the ROI of Print Advertising
Tue 24th Jun 2025
Introduction Print advertising has long been a cornerstone of effective marketing – from leaflets and flyers to brochures and direct mail. But in a digital-first world, clients often ask, “Can we actually measure the ROI of print advertising?” The answer…