Corporate gifting questions, answered
Answers to common corporate gifting questions: gift ideas, minimum order quantities, budgets, branding methods, lead times and finding suppliers.
Corporate gifting basics
What are corporate gifts?
Corporate gifts are items a company gives to employees, clients, partners or event guests, usually branded with the company logo. Common examples are notebooks, drinkware, tech accessories, apparel and seasonal gift boxes.
What is the difference between corporate gifts and giveaways?
Giveaways (or promotional products) are lower-cost branded items handed out in large quantities at events and campaigns, like pens, totes and caps. Corporate gifts are usually higher value and more personal, given to employees, clients and partners.
Why do companies give corporate gifts?
To thank clients, welcome new employees, reward teams, mark occasions like Ramadan or year-end, and keep the brand visible through items people use every day.
What are the most popular corporate gift ideas?
Tech accessories (power banks, wireless chargers), insulated drinkware, branded notebooks, quality apparel, eco-friendly items, executive leather gifts and curated gift boxes.
Ordering and budgets
What is the minimum order quantity for corporate gifts?
It depends on the product and branding method. On Corporate Gifts and Giveaways requests start from 50 units, which suits most branding methods.
How much should I budget per corporate gift?
Set a maximum budget per unit based on who receives it: giveaways are low-cost, employee gifts mid-range, and executive client gifts premium. If unsure, choose “Recommend for my budget” and suppliers will suggest options.
How long does producing branded gifts take?
Lead time depends on the product, quantity and branding, and each supplier states theirs in the quote. Plan several weeks ahead, and more for seasonal peaks like Ramadan.
Can I get a sample before ordering?
Many suppliers offer samples or digital mock-ups. Ask for one in your request details and confirm it before production.
Branding
What branding methods are available?
Common methods are screen printing, DTF printing, embroidery, laser engraving, UV printing, debossing and hot-stamping. The right one depends on the material.
What logo file should I send?
A vector file (AI, EPS, SVG or PDF) gives the cleanest result. Include your brand colours.
Using Corporate Gifts and Giveaways
How does Corporate Gifts and Giveaways work?
You post one request with the products, quantity, budget and deadline. Our team reviews it and sends it to suitable suppliers, who reply with quotes you can compare and discuss on WhatsApp.
Is posting a request free for buyers?
Yes, posting a request costs nothing. You only pay the supplier you choose.
How are suppliers checked?
Every supplier account is reviewed and approved by our team before its profile and products appear on the marketplace.
Where can I find corporate gift suppliers in Egypt?
Browse the marketplace to see approved suppliers and their products, or post a request and let suppliers come to you.