Keeping your business connected is crucial, but managing wireless bills can be a headache. Here are 5 ways to identify areas of savings and optimize your business wireless service:

1. Audit Your Current Plan:

• Analyze Usage: Review your bills to see how much data, minutes, and texts your employees are actually using. Are you paying for features no one needs?
• Identify Unused Lines: Do you have inactive lines or devices? Eliminate them to stop unnecessary charges.
• Renegotiate with Your Carrier: Don’t be afraid to leverage your loyalty. Contact your carrier and see if they can offer a better deal based on your usage patterns.

2. Right-size Your Plans:

• Match Plans to User Needs: Not everyone needs the same data allowance. Group employees by usage and assign plans accordingly. Shared data plans can be cost-effective for low-usage teams.
• Consider Alternative Carriers: Research Mobile Virtual Network Operators (MVNOs) that offer competitive rates on existing carrier networks.

3. Embrace BYOD (Bring Your Own Device):

• Employee-Owned Devices: Allowing employees to use their own devices can save on equipment costs. However, implement policies to manage network security and data usage.

4. Monitor and Manage Proactively:

• Implement Usage Alerts: Set data caps and alerts to avoid bill shock and encourage responsible data usage among employees.
• Invest in Mobile Device Management (MDM): MDM software allows centralized control over devices, data usage, and security features, further optimizing costs.

5. Seek Expert Help: Tired of Negotiating with Wireless Carriers?

Managing wireless expenses can be a complex and time-consuming task. Let the experts at Wireless Consultant handle it for you. Our Wireless Expense Management (WEM) services can help you:

• Uncover Hidden Savings: We’ll analyze your current plans and identify areas for cost reduction. You might be paying for features you don’t need or have unused lines dragging down your bill.
• Negotiate Like a Pro: Our team has extensive experience negotiating with major carriers. We’ll leverage our industry knowledge to secure the best possible rates and terms for your business.
• Simplify Management: Stop wasting time deciphering carrier bills. We’ll provide clear reports and recommendations, making it easy to optimize your wireless spend.

Partner with the Mobile Wiseguy and free yourself to focus on what matters most – running your business.