The affects of this monopoly is being felt by all, since the four major carriers all have very similar plans and pricing. With the element of competition in today's' wireless market having been reduced to almost nothing, it is up to consumers and companies to work their negotiating skills to find expense costs to cut outside of their service plans.
Companies wanting to manage wireless costs in the market are forced to look beyond the service plan to cut costs. Below are some areas where Companies can maximize to get the most out of their wireless plans:
1. Type of plan
In this growing market, business need change. It is important to monitor your companies usage to best gauge what your needs are. In doing so you can be an informed consumer when renewal time comes around. What worked best beforehand does not always work for the future.
2. Bill audits
You cannot rely on the carriers to review past bills to return monies owed to you. It is up to you, as the consumer, to review your bill and make sure that everything billed is correct.
3. Discounts
Discounts are out there for those who look for them. Ask for all the discounts that could apply to the amount of business you are bringing to the table. The discount should be comparable to the size of your contract.
4. Credits and incentives
Many programs and credits and incentives. This is an added bonus to your company. Do not forget to negotiate for these. Also remember to claim the credits once they have been earned.
Accepting that for now we will remain in a non-competitive wireless market is the first step to turning the tables. Going forward with different leveraging tools at hand, it is possible to still control costs and gain better returns.
Companies wanting to manage wireless costs in the market are forced to look beyond the service plan to cut costs. Below are some areas where Companies can maximize to get the most out of their wireless plans:
1. Type of plan
In this growing market, business need change. It is important to monitor your companies usage to best gauge what your needs are. In doing so you can be an informed consumer when renewal time comes around. What worked best beforehand does not always work for the future.
2. Bill audits
You cannot rely on the carriers to review past bills to return monies owed to you. It is up to you, as the consumer, to review your bill and make sure that everything billed is correct.
3. Discounts
Discounts are out there for those who look for them. Ask for all the discounts that could apply to the amount of business you are bringing to the table. The discount should be comparable to the size of your contract.
4. Credits and incentives
Many programs and credits and incentives. This is an added bonus to your company. Do not forget to negotiate for these. Also remember to claim the credits once they have been earned.
Accepting that for now we will remain in a non-competitive wireless market is the first step to turning the tables. Going forward with different leveraging tools at hand, it is possible to still control costs and gain better returns.
About the Author:
Joseph B. Kappernick specializes in helping Fortune 500 companies save money. He recommends that you visit NPI Financial to learn more about telecom expense reduction service
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