If you are planning an event that is of the utmost importance, then there are measures that can be taken to increase your chances of smooth sailing on the big day. This does not mean the common practices of scheduling things well in advance, sticking to vendors you know, or paying more for a highly reputable company to assist you. The following are tips on additional steps that can be taken to iron out kinks, and avoid potential minor, and major disasters that are not always obvious and regardless of size have the opportunity to ruin your big day.

Create a master list of all the essentials you need for the event, from catering supplies (knives, forks, spoons, plates etc.), to seating requirements (chairs, tables, sofas). There are a number of resources online which provides a long list of items required for most events. Usually it is simply a case of removing items that are not necessary.

After compilation and fine tuning of your master list it is time to take your concept and planning on paper to practice. The number one thing that you can undertake to promote success is a trial run. If the venue is agreeable, then a couple of hours before the event test things out. Yes, you may find that additional charges come along with this approach, but you may also be pleasantly surprised that nobody needs your party space prior to your soiree. As such, there may not be any fee for setting up early. Plus, when you plan your test run appropriately, a ton of extra time will not be required.

If a full-scale practice is out of the question, then go mini. If your venue has a smaller space available for sampling the cuisine, and staff, then consider planning an intimate version of your large gathering in advance. Call it the pre-party if you like, but this could help you in learning that the fish is dry, the table setting all wrong, and the staff shockingly inefficient.

If that too is not an option, then inquire as to whether or not you could do a peak in at a similar event. The likelihood that a comparable occasion is taking place at your location of choice is very high. While you do run the risk of being told flat out no, the opportunity to see everything up and in action is a great one. So, go for it, it is well worth the agony of the split second no that might be blurted out in response to your request.

When tactics such as these are employed the potential for oversights dwindles. Those individuals you have employed will know that you mean business, and that details count. If words must be had, or actions have to be taken in order for you to get what you asked for, then the time for that is before your event, not during.

By following these tips your will certainly minimize most issues allowing for your big event to run smoothly.

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