5 Easy Ways To Save Money On Conference Calling Service
Looking for ways to save money on your conference calling service? These five simple suggestions can help you get the most out of your conference calling dollars!
1.) Never Pay For Service Activation
Some conference calling services charge as much as $25 just to activate your service. You can avoid this cost by going with a provider that offers free service activation. Be sure to read the service agreement before you sign up, and weed out providers charging high set up and activation charges.
2.) Don’t Pay Extra For Access To An Account You’re Already Paying For
Another charge that tends to get hidden in the fine print is the cost to dial in to your own conference line. Some companies charge users as much as 31¢ per minute to dial into their own conference lines. If you’re someone who makes a significant amount of conference calls, this cost can add up in a hurry.
3.) Watch Out For “Expanded” Charges On “Enhanced” Features.
Traditional conference calling services forced you to manage your service by wading through convoluted phone menus on your telephone keypad. Today’s telecom providers offer easy to use online service management tools, which let you schedule and coordinate conferences over the web, and many will throw in this valuable management option for free.
4.) Second Party Service Means High Retail Markup On Your Minutes
Some companies purchase minutes from a second party, and then sell those minutes to their customers, tacking on a heavy retail markup in the process. Look for companies that own and operate their own infrastructure and conferencing bridge. This will usually allow them to offer one low flat rate with very little retail markup.
5.) Practice Good Foreign Relations
Don’t assume that international calls receive the same rates as local or domestic calls. Go over all of the rate plans you’re considering and compare long distance rates. If the information you’re looking for is not clearly noted on the company’s website or in their brochure, call their customer service department for more information.
