Standalone
or Integrated
Whether a project
calls for a fully integrated pre-launch communication and education
program, strategic communications at a later stage in the product
cycle, or a standalone-marketing tool, the team behind The Visual
Consultancy Corporation has the vision, creativity and technical expertise
to deliver. We can provide the powerful synergy of strategic direction,
scientific understanding and creative vision, drawing on a broad range
of media to meet all requirements. We also offer a unique partnership,
founded on our proven track record of successfully meeting the commercial
and communication, educational and publishing challenges of global
pharmaceutical marketing.


The
Creative Mix
We know the value of a strong showing, making the kind of quick impression
that does the job. That is why we offer creative services with a sharp,
clear focus. Graphic design, copywriting and editorial support are
all part of the creative mix of The Visual Consultancy Corporation.
Our work encompasses the entire range of communication vehicles. Publication
design and management. Advisory boards and opinion leader development.
Scripting for audio and video production. Advertising and sponsorship.
Logo design. Complete campaigns. Educational support and training
materials. Annual reports and package design. Event management and
exhibition design.

Training
and Communication Tools Developed to Meet Your Needs
At The Visual Consultancy Corporation, all projects begin with our
client's objectives. From these a team of experienced educators, researchers,
medical writers, editors and designers devise, develop and produce
exciting, high-quality medical training, education and communication
tools for target audiences within the healthcare industry. We combine
our experience in paper-based medical and technical communication
with established multimedia and Web technologies.
We establish content and structure, and write or program, in-house;
we select and manage outside suppliers -- ensuring quality and delivery--
for other specialist skills. The key features of the training and
education tools we develop are expertise and interaction: expertise
from course leaders who are at the cutting edge of their field; interaction
and participation through a training style and media selection that
stimulates interest.
Medical
Publications Services
The Visual Consultancy
Corporation offers design, art direction and editorial management
for virtually any type of publication. Trade magazines. Newsletters.
Detail aids and product monographs. Abstract books. Online
medical communications. Education support materials and internal
employee publications. Our versatile experience in publications [hyperlink
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publications and the launch of new magazines and newsletters. We can
advise on and develop detailed pre- and post-launch publications plans,
coordinate and arrange for an advisory board, and make sure that your
communications materials are in line with all regulations that apply.
We provide complete service from concept and production through coordination
of all contracted materials and printing.


The
Essence of an Image
Trademark. Logo. Identity
system. These are the essence of an image in business, the graphic
symbol of a product of service. And a good company image not only
works, it lasts and keeps working over time.
The Visual Consultancy Corporation has made its mark in designing
effective logos and developing functional identity systems. We concentrate
on turning ideas into tangible, memorable images. We start early,
when ideas are only a spark, getting to know the company and the product.
We review the message, audience and usage for a trade symbol. We avoid
preconceptions and tired approaches, and emphasize innovation, style
and adaptability. Finally, we explore a range of options before a
final logo choice is made. We design with a complete system in mind,
creating an image that can be presented in any format --from corporate
stationery and package design to T-shirts. Originality is the key.
Each logo or identity system we design is influenced by the unique
needs of our client. Whether you need a new logo for new product or
venture, or an update of your existing logo for a change, we give
you an identity that communicates. We are Committed to Helping You
Communicate.

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A
Versatile Approach
The Visual
Consultancy Corporation's versatile approach includes strategic
planning, management, graphic design, copywriting, editing and imagination
-- words and images combined to promote any message, communicate
with any market. We begin by working one-on-one with you and your
ideas, testing the possibilities, refining the best of the lot.
And then we create.


The
Complete Package
At The Visual Consultancy
Corporation, we have the expertise, talent and resources to develop
a comprehensive, integrated communications program. We can help
clients create a complete communications package -- from detail
aid and product monograph to slide kit, from interactive Internet
presentation to satellite symposium and scientific congress -- that
is carefully planned and orchestrated to reach your target audience.

The
Balance in Communication
Any effective form
of communication relies on a balance. Pair a dynamic visual image
with something meaningful to say and the picture is complete, the
message hits home. Our editorial side offers this balance: creative,
medical and scientific writing services to complement our design.
This complete service provides you with a fresh, objective approach
to all promotional and editorial projects -- from initial concept
and copy development on an extensive campaign to careful editorial
organization of a newsletter, marketing publication, annual reports,
and more.
We work with you to research and refine all the available materials.
We listen carefully to what you tell us about the product, develop
working outlines and rough drafts, and then work closely with you
to formulate a message that communicates effectively. We can provide
original editorial material, or edit existing materials. In either
case, we organize ideas into words and words into communication.

A
Uniquely Qualified Team
The team behind The Visual Consultancy Corporation is uniquely qualified
to meet our clients' communication, training and publishing requirements.
Each member possesses a rare combination of biomedical postgraduate
qualifications and/or healthcare experience along with online and
traditional medical marketing, communication, publishing, public
relations and media expertise. Additionally, our support staff consists
primarily of experienced international communications professionals
with advanced degrees in linguistics, translation, cross-cultural
communication, marketing or publishing. Our International Communication
Specialists are native speakers of key market languages.

Making
the Most of Your Brand
Our commitment to
excellence in business strategy and creativity can optimize our
clients' brand promotion and product marketing. At The Visual Consultancy
Corporation, we maximize your brand's potential by first focusing
on a thoughtful, effective business plan, and then applying our
expertise in communication and publishing.


Creating
Identity System Guidelines
It's important to
reinforce your identity in the world around you. Identity Systems
Guidelines are the key to a cohesive, successful and innovative
image that helps you realize the true objectives of your communications
effort. We'll show you how to consistently apply your corporate
identity when dealing with physicians, nurses, patients, suppliers,
investors, the news media, employees and others. Correct use of
your image will build recognition and market share for your business,
as well as protect and enhance your valued trademarks and tradenames.
Your Identity System Guideline will prove to be a source of binding
strength for your company and your brands.


An
International Network of Communication and Publishing Partners
To provide clients
with a full range of integrated healthcare consulting, marketing,
communications and publishing services, we work closely with Grayton
Integrated Publishing, Grayton Integrated Healthcare and other corporate
members of the Sandstone Communications Network, with facilities
in Amsterdam and Almere (Netherlands), Detroit and Los Angeles (USA),
Paris (France) and Cambridge (UK). Together we can draw on an international
array of expertise to help you and your subsidiaries implement integrated
communication strategies.
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