Thursday 28 March 2013

How to Overcome 2013 Management Challenges

By Joseph B. Kappernick


If you've been managing wireless costs for your enterprise IT environment, you'll know how distasteful the process is. Not only is it decentralized, it is ineffective too. The reason behind this is the overspending of enterprises on wireless services.

In 2013, there are a bunch of things where companies will be overspending. When it comes to wireless services, there is an estimated 30 to 40 percent increase already. Not to mention, there are other IT strategies that you have to pay for.

Is there a way that you can overcome these wireless management challenges and spend less?

* Companies are making a move to impose BYOD or Bring Your Own Devices. While it has its benefits, companies are suffering from lower company discounts. As employees bring their own devices, they are more inclined to apply for individual plans. Hence, the company cannot take advantage of corporate discounts if there are fewer accounts under it.

* Service providers are now offering complex shared data plan as opposed to the standard unlimited plans. Know more about this type of plan and how can you benefit from it.

* As early as now, start benchmarking of wireless service rates now. There will always be a lack of transparency when it comes to carrier pricing. This has resulted to consumers and companies overspending. You must know what the fair market value is to avoid overspending.

* Determine what you really need. With dozens of carrier plans out there for mobile devices, it is hard to keep up with the plans that you really need. Thus, enterprises just choose to stay with the carrier plans they have or know of. This is a mistake. To avoid overspending, you need to align your wireless usage with the right carrier plan. This is how you want to effectively manage wireless costs.

When it comes to running a business, every penny matters. So, if you're overspending on wireless services, it is time to make a cut. True enough, there is a huge demand for wireless services and most businesses cannot operate without it. Companies often make the mistake of not doing research and comparisons to get the best prices. Heed the tips above and overcome management challenges easily this year.




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