Directories - one of those inventions which simply makes things easier and saves time. Instead of scrambling around for the details of a local tradesman, service provider or venue, we can quickly scan a directory and in no time at all be blessed with a list of different options, with contact details alongside them.
Directories have come a long way over the last two decades or so, and online directories have come to rival print publications for their ease of use and convenience. So which kind of directory is better in the modern day? Let's take a closer look.
Print
Having a bulky directory land on our front door mat was, and still is, one of the most useful deliveries we will receive through the mail box. Not only are they usually free, they are easily storable and act as a permanent, physical reference point when scouting around for contact details of local companies. In 2017, they still have relevance, as you won't find yourself frantically trying to find a Wi-Fi connection in order to use one - they are a constant, reassuring resource. And feel free to scribble and doodle away to your heart's content, because when you are on the phone, print directories provide the perfect place to jot down information.
Online
Like many information resources, directories have embraced the online revolution and can be found over the internet. This means you can access the same information which is in your print directory wherever you are, providing you have a Wi-Fi connection or data on your enabled smartphone or tablet device. For those slow to flick through pages, online directories' search function provides an even more convenient way to look up particular service providers or companies, and information such as contact details can be updated on an ongoing basis by the directory when needs be.
Who is the winner?
For sheer convenience and the flexibility to search on the go, online directories like Trust Local might be the number one choice. They offer the best of both worlds - the quick reference point of a print directory with the advantage of having the information on a handheld device. But a printed copy like the one we produce too also makes a handy reference tool around the house. So when you're looking for trades and other services around Bristol and South Gloucestershire, always Trust Local.
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