There are many factors which needs to be considered before you plan an event. It is very imperative to tick few basic elements to make an event successful. Here are few thumb rules one must follow
Apt Venue: Choosing a venue for an event is the most critical element. It should be central and accessible to all. It must have all the facilities and accommodate the needs of the event. The venue should be always as per the type of event, the number of guests and budget.
Event Schedule: Best event planning revolves around setting up a robust schedule. Planning the course of your event from set-up, to arrivals of guests, all the way through to clean-up at the end of the event is important. Charting out and event flow is very critical in corporate events as one needs to respect the time of senior officials.
Décor and Theme: The décor or theme is usually considered to be the backbone of every event. Table settings, color combinations, props, professional aesthetic etc helps to set up the right tempo for any event.
Food & Beverages: The food and beverages you select for your event will always depend on the kind of affair that is being hosted. Food in corporate events needs to be decided as per taste of senior management or foreign delegates. Usually the success of non-corporate events is judged by the food served at the event.
Entertainment: Finally, entertainment is required depending on the type of event. Wedding, Annual day or Employee Recognition events are expected to have some entertainment quotient like DJ, singing, dancing etc. One might consider interactive entertainment like photo booths, games etc. Corporate events can look at options like live demonstrations of products or services or inviting a motivational speaker.