About A&I…
WHO WE ARE
Most closely defined as a Telecommunications Expense Management (TEM) company, A&I is a consulting firm that specializes in expense planning and management for communications services. We believe the distinction is a sustainable savings model compared to a project-driven approach.OUR MISSION
A&I has two main objectives:- Proactive expense management
- More informed technology decisions for its clients
OUR VISION
Our business is based on information that both quantifies and describes how a company consumes its technology – specifically through its various networks; landline voice, data, IP and wireless. We believe there is great value in customer and billing records as a data source that can reveal user behavior, trends, and patterns that assist IT organizations in making more informed technology decisions.
OUR PRINCIPLES
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Compensation: A&I is a fee-based service that bills hourly rates for consultant and associate-level work. Any savings clients realize are free of any contingency or commission.
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Value: A&I is judged and retained solely on its performance on a monthly basis rather than through contractual obligations
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Approach: A&I focuses on a sustainable cost savings model rather than short term gains that will leave problems unresolved
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Methods: A&I employs quality management principles in its methods and processes that adds value to client resources
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Objectivity: A&I can offer true value to the client because there is no conflict of interest as a result of being an agent, representative, or has allegiance to any service provider, technology, or solution including hardware and software
- Coverage: A&I client support currently covers the U.S. marketplace including Puerto Rico, Canada and its territories. A&I has effectively managed clients across the country for over 5 years.
SERVICES PROVIDED
- Recovery and Reduction of Expenses
- Managing and Coordinating Projects
- Process Development and Enhancement
- Resource Augmentation & Training
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Savvy Telecom Contract Negotiations and RFP Technique #10 – Review the Details
Despite popular opinion, a RFP response is not a contract. Sometimes the pressure to respond quickly and with the best possible solution creates administrative errors. It is always best to examine the details of their response, item by item, and check the calculations to ensure that proposals are being evaluated in the most accurate way [...]
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