Why Summer Lanyard and ID Card Orders Increase Every Year
The June to September period follows a predictable pattern for many organisations.
Conferences, exhibitions and corporate events begin to increase during the summer. Schools and universities prepare for open days, graduations and September term starts. Sports clubs organise for the new season, while charities and community groups begin planning fundraising events, festivals and community activities.
Many of these organisations require both branded lanyards and printed ID cards for staff, visitors, volunteers or attendees, particularly where identification and organisation are important.
In most cases, these dates are known months in advance. However, lanyards and ID cards are often left until the final stages of planning.
Ordering custom printed lanyards and ID cards earlier helps avoid delays and ensures everything is ready well before the event or season begins.
Why Ordering Lanyards and ID Cards in May Makes Sense
May sits at an ideal point in the calendar.
It is close enough to summer events that organisations usually have confirmed dates, branding and estimated attendee numbers, but early enough to avoid the busiest ordering period of the year.
Ordering event lanyards and ID cards in May provides more flexibility when choosing:
- Quantities and spare stock
- Print layouts and branding
- Attachments and fittings
- ID card details and layouts
- Delivery dates and locations
It also allows more time for artwork checks and approvals before production begins.
For organisations ordering branded lanyards and ID cards for larger events or long-term use, this extra planning time can make a significant difference to the final result.
What Happens When Lanyards and ID Cards Are Ordered Too Late?
Leaving identification products until the last minute usually creates the same avoidable problems.
Production schedules become busier throughout summer as schools, conferences and event organisers begin placing orders at the same time. An order that would normally move through production comfortably may take longer simply because demand has increased.
Artwork issues are another common cause of delays. Low-resolution logos, incorrect file formats or missing brand colours can all slow approval and production, particularly where both lanyards and ID cards need to be matched.
When timelines become tight, specification choices are often rushed too. Attachments, colours, card layouts and quantities may be selected quickly rather than properly considered, resulting in products that work but do not fully suit the organisation or event.
Ordering in May helps avoid these issues by creating more time for planning, proofing and production.
Which Organisations Benefit Most from Ordering Early?
Many sectors benefit from ordering event lanyards and ID cards before the summer rush begins.
Schools and universities often require custom printed lanyards and ID cards for open days, staff identification, visitors and September term starts. Ordering in May helps ensure everything is ready before the summer holidays begin.
Conference organisers and event teams benefit from additional time for sponsor branding, attendee planning and personalised ID card preparation ahead of busy summer schedules.
Sports clubs and leisure organisations preparing for a new season frequently require lanyards and ID cards for coaches, volunteers, safeguarding officers and officials before August and September.
Charities and community groups also tend to operate heavily during summer, particularly with fundraising events, fairs and sponsored activities where clear identification is important.
Corporate teams planning exhibitions, away days, product launches or workplace events can also benefit from organising branded lanyards and staff ID cards well in advance.
Why UK Manufacturing Helps During Busy Periods
Lead times become increasingly important during summer.
We Print Lanyards manufactures all products in the UK at its East Midlands facility, allowing for greater consistency in production, quality control and delivery compared to overseas supply chains.
Because products are manufactured locally, organisations avoid the uncertainty that can come with international shipping delays during peak periods.
We Print Lanyards is also Made in Britain accredited, giving organisations additional confidence in where their lanyards and ID cards are produced and how they are supplied.
Alongside reliability, all custom printed lanyards are produced using recycled rPET material as standard, helping organisations make a more sustainable choice without changing their usual ordering process.
What to Consider Before Ordering Event Lanyards and ID Cards
A small amount of planning before placing an order can help avoid delays later.
Quantity is one of the most important considerations. It is usually worth allowing additional stock for late registrations, visitors or staffing changes.
Artwork should also be checked early. High-quality logos and confirmed brand colours help speed up approvals and production across both lanyards and ID cards.
Attachments are another practical consideration. Breakaway fittings are often recommended for schools, sports settings and environments involving children, while standard trigger clips are suitable for most conferences, workplaces and events.
If printed ID cards are required, confirming names, roles and card layouts before production begins can also help prevent delays.
Delivery details should also be confirmed early, particularly for organisations managing multiple venues or locations.
Order Summer Event Lanyards and ID Cards Before the Rush
Planning ahead makes ordering lanyards and ID cards simpler, less stressful and easier to manage.
Whether you are preparing for conferences, open days, exhibitions, sporting events, or the new academic season, ordering in May helps ensure everything is ready well before deadlines tighten.
We Print Lanyards supplies UK-manufactured custom printed lanyards and ID cards for organisations across education, events, sport, charities and business.
So if you’re planning ahead for summer events or the next season, explore the range of custom printed lanyards and ID cards available from We Print Lanyards