Gearhouse SA and Oasys find natural overlap

The relationship between the two players has strengthened over a number of collaborations on exhibitions and events. Not only are they similarly structured, with a common approach towards servicing the needs of their clients, but they have found synergy in their range of services which, in the main, complement one another.

Oasys provides shell scheme, stand design, furniture hire, light fittings, air conditioning units, electrical infrastructure and marquees whereas Gearhouse rents technical equipment and services pertaining to lighting, sound and staging.

Where the services overlap is in the provision of an audio visual service. A strategic alliance between the Gearhouse SA and Oasys has recently extended the market reach and service offering for both, affording clients on both sides access to a wider range of services.

Oasys' audio visual aspect now includes the latest technology, with the backing of Gearhouse’s A/V expertise including the additional capacity of its diverse stockholding. Gearhouse A/V specialist Bhans Sheomangal has been allocated to Oasys to provide technical support and advice, manage the quoting process and present solutions for the more technically complex scenarios now available to Oasys’ clients. The same operational approach will be rolled out across the country.

Gearhouse clients can access the Oasys services as well as the Gearhouse disciplines through a single contact.

‘Ongoing communication and technical interaction is key to ensuring that the service standards and brand values of both companies are perfectly in synch,’ said Mr Sheomangal. ‘This collaboration has been educational for both sides. We are working closely together and  have a common focus in providing the best possible all-round service for each event. The benefits for our clients are obvious!’

Moves are in progress to incorporate drawing elements from both operations to align functionality across the design teams.

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