1. Pack your carpet and pad last. Last on the truck, first on the show floor. This will save setup time by cutting down on wait time.

2. Black shrink wrap is a diversion to thieves. If they cannot see what your pallet contains they will just keep moving.

3. Never rent an extension cord or power strip. One quick trip to K-mart, Walmart, or Home Depot – and pack them in your crate.

4. Watch for dark days on the I&D schedule. Holidays, including Super Bowl Sunday! can really change your travel schedule.

5. Carry all graphic digital files with you – at least you have a start if you need to replace a graphic.

6. Buy a Swiffer or a Grabber – link two or three together for last minute dusting of graphics opening morning.