The demand for telehealth is booming because of the COVID-19 pandemic. In the U.S., 24% of hospitals have now adopted virtual care programs as citizens are showing a preference for remote care rather than going to hospitals. For many healthcare organizations, the rush to implement telecom and IT services to support telehealth was necessary; but it created new expenses that now need to be controlled. The need for telehealth services won’t be going away anytime soon, but hospitals must now … [Read more...]
How a Telecom Audit Ensures You Have the Right Technology at the Right Price
Right now, businesses need to be more careful about where their money is going. According to IDC, global spending on telecom services is projected to reach $1.6 billion in 2020. While this sounds like a large number, it actually reflects nearly flat growth when compared to 2019. What does this mean? While it may appear to indicate that companies are not spending on technology, that’s not the case. Smart businesses are actually investing in flexible, secure technologies that will allow them to … [Read more...]
When Every Penny Counts, Count on Expert Technology Guidance
Most businesses were thrust into the remote-work world with very little time to prepare. For many, what ensued was chaotic at best, but the primary task was simply to get everyone functioning and communicating at home – quickly. Now that you’ve been in the remote work game for several weeks, it’s time to regroup, take a look at the technology you’re currently using, and determine if it’s the right fit at the right cost. This can be a daunting task with all your employees at home, which is where … [Read more...]
Invest in These 5 Technologies This Year With the Right Technology Guidance
In 2020, there are a number of technologies that should be on your “must-have” list. The challenge for many businesses is twofold: choosing providers that are the right fit for your needs and finding room in your budget to acquire the necessary services. Maybe you’re ready for a faster internet connectivity solution, but you don’t know which vendor is best for you and there’s no wiggle room to move forward with an upgrade. If you feel like you’ve exhausted all your avenues for creating savings … [Read more...]
Finding Technology Savings in the New Year
New year, new invoices, but one thing remains the same: according to Gartner, 80% of telecom bills contain errors. Statistically speaking, you’ve probably been overspending on your technology services in one capacity or another simply because these errors have slipped through the cracks. One piece of advice from the experts at PAG: always make sure you know what you’re paying for. There are a few things that are always included in your telecom bills. Checking their accuracy before you blindly … [Read more...]
The Hidden Benefits of an Audit
The benefits of an audit are endless, and while many businesses understand that audits can save them money, they may not truly grasp the significance of those hidden savings and how they can be repurposed to serve other business needs. So what are some of the ways that audit results can help businesses? We’ll explore them below. Repurpose Saved Money Performing an audit in your business will likely result in surprise savings and leave you feeling some sense of shock at seeing how much you … [Read more...]
