Services

At GDS, we are dedicated to providing exceptional signage solutions tailored to meet your needs. Whether you have a clear vision or need expert guidance, our team of professionals is ready to assist you. Explore our range of services to learn more about our capabilities and process, or contact us directly to speak with a specialist. We're here to help with all your signage needs!

Planning

Successful signage, wayfinding, and environmental design projects begin with thorough planning. The effectiveness of any project depends on expert experience to conduct data-driven analysis and translate it into a clear, actionable plan. At GDS, we prioritize this phase, ensuring a smooth implementation process that benefits both our clients and our team.

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Utilize all available site documents - floor plans, stacking diagrams, directory listing, etc. - to gain a comprehensive understanding of the built environment.
Collaborate with key stakeholders to discuss project goals, specific needs, challenges, and other relevant input for the project plan.
Perform a detailed site survey to gather data on existing assets, traffic flow, decision-making points, finishes, messaging, and more.
Compile all findings into a structured project outline, including next steps, milestones, and objectives.

Design

At GDS, our in-house design team combines insights from the planning phase with our client’s vision to craft functional and visually appealing signage systems. We carefully consider colors, fonts, and materials to ensure the design aligns with the environment and branding standards. By staying current with industry trends, we deliver clean, cost-effective design solutions that meet your specific needs.

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A full team of professional graphic, environmental, technical, and exhibit designers.
Consultation services to review desired finishes and the creative direction.
Accurate photo rendering services to visualize the impact of design options.
Complete shop drawings including branding guidelines, location plans, specification drawings, and individual asset layouts.
User-driven digital design solutions for both interactive and static applications.
Active members of industry-leading organizations at global, national, and regional levels.

Estimating

We provide fair and competitive pricing to ensure long-term partnerships with our clients. We focus on staying ahead of industry trends, materials, and technologies that help reduce costs, enabling us to pass savings onto you. Our estimating process considers timeline, scope, value engineering, and budget to manage job expenses effectively.

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Contract pricing through nationally recognized programs like GSA, Vizient, and Acurity.
Catalog pricing based on a curated family of signage products for easy ordering and cost control.
Budget-driven value engineering during design and fabrication to optimize project costs.
Discounts for recurring business and exclusive partnerships.
Flexible payment options, including deposits and customized terms.

Project Management

Every project starts with a dedicated project manager who works with you throughout the entire process. We ensure your signage or wayfinding project complies with city and state codes, offering on-site assessments and expert suggestions to ensure flawless execution. Our commitment extends beyond installation, providing ongoing support to guarantee the success of your project.

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A team of certified Project Management Professionals (PMP) with over 50 years of combined industry experience.
In-depth knowledge of national and local signage regulations, including ADA, NFPA, DOB, DOT, and more.
Utilization of cloud-based project management software to track milestones and deliverables.
Multiple team members in the ISA Elite Program.
Over 40,000 completed projects across healthcare, education, hospitality, transportation, commercial, residential, and public service industries.

Fabrication

For over 23 years, GDS has been a leader in advanced fabrication practices, delivering superior quality control, cost savings, and fast turnaround times. Our skilled craftsmen, operating state-of-the-art machinery, have developed an efficient production system that ensures every signage asset meets or exceeds client expectations before reaching our installation team.

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10,000 square feet of shop space with full interior and exterior fabrication capabilities.
Cutting-edge equipment, including CNC routers, waterjet cutting, laser engraving, code-compliant braille systems, paint booths, photopolymer processing, flatbed digital printing, print and cut systems, and direct color layering.
UL-certified electrical technicians experienced in neon, fluorescent, and LED lighting systems.
Skilled sign fabricators with over 50 years of combined industry experience.

Installation

Our skilled installation technicians ensure each project is completed with precision and professionalism. As one of the final steps in the process, we focus on executing every detail of the project plan while adapting to on-site conditions. Our installers work with integrity and expertise to guarantee that every sign is securely and compliantly installed.

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All team members are OSHA 10 certified and adhere to local and national safety standards.
Fleet of vehicles, including transit vans, extended carrier vans, flatbed trucks, bucket trucks, boom trucks, and cranes for versatile installation needs.
Certified sign hangers and electricians capable of mounting any sign type in both interior and exterior environments.
Large format graphic installations and custom vehicle wraps.
Full compliance with ADA and NFPA sign hanging regulations and standards.