DBA takes on British Industrial Design Association (BIDA) interests
By Design Business Association
The British Industrial Design Association (BIDA) has officially transferred its interests to the DBA, marking a shift in the national...
DBA Members’ Forum | September Summary
By Design Business Association
In our September DBA Members' Forum yesterday, we had an enlightening conversation about leading the modern workforce and how we might need to adapt. Here’s a summary of the conversation.
When profit growth doesn’t have to stem from new business
By VisionFR
Rather than chasing that new piece of business, what if improved margins on existing business could deliver the same profit? DBA Annual Survey Report sponsor, VisionFR takes a look.
DBA Members’ Forum | August Summary
By Design Business Association
In our August DBA Members' Forum we had an energising conversation about working internationally. Here’s a summary of the conversation.
DBA Members’ Forum | July Summary
By Design Business Association
In our July DBA Members' Forum we talked about right-sizing, how to spot it might be necessary, and what action to take. Here’s a summary of the conversation.
New DBA board directors appointed at AGM
By Design Business Association
At the DBA’s Annual General Meeting on Thursday 27 June, the membership voted in three new board directors.
DBA Members’ Forum | June Summary
By Design Business Association
In our June DBA Members' Forum we talked about profitability with a specific focus on recovery rates and client servicing. Here’s a...
DBA Members’ Forum | May Summary
By Design Business Association
In our May DBA Members’ Forum we discussed financial benchmarking, bringing together expert advice and drawing on some in-agency examples. Here’s a summary of the conversation.
DBA Design Effectiveness Awards 2024 | Winners shortlist announced
We’re delighted to announce the shortlist of winning entries for the DBA Design Effectiveness Awards 2024. Congratulations to the agency and client partnerships who will be taking home Bronze, Silver and Gold awards at our live event this autumn.
Delivering value for money – a complex challenge
By Jonathan Kirk, Founder, Up to the Light and DBA Expert
In 2014, 66% of clients considered their agency to be good value for money but this has decreased to only 45% in 2024. This is an important message to agencies because value for money is a key ingredient of any successful client/agency relationship. So, why the decline?