Finding telecom services that check all the boxes for your business while staying within budget often seems impossible. Unfortunately, making the wrong technology choices can do more harm than good. This is why many business leaders put off investing in much-needed upgrades altogether.
Instead of making important tech decisions on your own, consider working with a telecom consulting service provider. Telecom consultants are experts in leveraging their industry knowledge to find their clients the right solutions at the best possible rates. Here are eight benefits of working with a telecom consultant that directly impact your bottom line:
1. Telecom Consultants Have In-depth Industry Knowledge
For every telecom service you can think of, there are hundreds of telecom service providers to sort through. Telecom consultants have years of experience navigating the industry and are well-versed in which options are the best – and which you should steer clear of. They’ve also likely developed trusted relationships with multiple carriers and can offer insider info you otherwise wouldn’t have been privy to.
2. Telecom Consultants Give You More Options to Choose From
If you’ve researched telecom services on your own, you likely zeroed in on a handful of options while overlooking many others. The right telecom consultant can uncover solutions you may not have considered – or couldn’t access on your own. They ensure you’re getting the top pick of technology providers and services.
3. Telecom Consultants Give You Unbiased Guidance and Advocacy
Sometimes salespeople don’t act in their customers’ best interests – direct carrier reps included. As agents of the carrier company, they’re compensated by how much they sell to you, whether you actually need the extra features and services they’re touting.
Telecom consultants work for you – not a carrier company. Their job is to act as your unbiased advocate and provide the expert guidance you need to choose the best telecom services for your business. They do this by listening to your needs and goals, then leveraging their industry knowledge and relationships to source right-fit solutions.
4. You’ll Waste Less Time Comparing Solutions
Comparing various telecom services can be time-consuming. You have to contact each vendor and work through the quoting process, ultimately taking time away from your immediate job responsibilities.
Telecom consulting service providers do the legwork for you. They’ll sort through your options, contact representatives, and get quotes on your behalf – so you can get back to your day-to-day duties.
5. Telecom Consultants Can Secure Better Pricing and Contract Terms
A major perk of working with a telecom consultant for your technology needs: they’ve built relationships with industry-leading carriers. Thanks to their connections, consultants often lock down better pricing and contract terms than you’d receive directly from the vendor. Plus, they handle negotiations on your behalf, saving you the time and stress of working through the legal jargon.
6. Telecom Consultants Handle Billing Audits and Corrections
Billing errors account for an estimated 5-12% of telecom services budgets.1 These errors are easily overlooked without a team conducting audits on a regular basis. If you haven’t had your bills reviewed recently, you may be throwing money away.
A technology consultant can examine your IT infrastructure to determine if you’re paying for features and services you don’t use – or overpaying due to errors. They’ll also check to see if your current technology systems are outdated. This often contributes to higher costs and unnecessary expenses, and help you see how much you could save with upgraded solutions.
7. Telecom Consultants Help Reduce Security Vulnerabilities
Identifying vulnerabilities in your technology is more important than ever – especially if you’re supporting remote or hybrid workers and cloud-based applications. Nearly 60% of companies go out of business within six months of suffering a cyber attack.2 Luckily, the right telecom consultant can help you uncover potential security gaps and find the best solutions to strengthen your security strategy.
8. Telecom Consultants Simplify Technology Management
Overwhelmed by the administrative demands of managing multiple vendors and bills? You aren’t alone. Your telecom consultant can simplify the process for your business by consolidating your services and billing. Less complex technology management processes means less time spent on back-office tasks – and higher employee productivity.
Grow Your Technology ROI With Custom Solutions From Firefly
At Firefly, we understand how difficult it is to find the perfect telecom solution while avoiding the pitfalls businesses encounter when shopping for new services. That’s why we’ve committed ourselves to helping our clients grow as a trusted telecom consultant.
Don’t waste money on a solution that sounds too good to be true or settle for a provider that won’t meet your specific needs. Our experts will identify your unique problem areas and provide custom solutions that help you propel your business forward – and grow your bottom line. Contact Firefly if you have any questions or are ready to get started with a right-fit solution today!
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