Telecom Agents and Automatic Contract Renewals

Automatic contract renewals have become somewhat of an issue in the telecom industry. The client and/or Telecom Agent forgets when the contract renews. The main way to avoid this is to be preventative and proactive in the first place. It’s important for agents to stay on top of this and mark their calendars in such a way that they’re ensured to not forget. It’s really about taking responsibility before it becomes an issue. There aren’t many laws in place addressing this situation either.
As an Agent, you have to realize your clients are depending on you to shop the best deals, shop for applicable new technology for their business, etc so it is in the best interest of an agent to be be aware of your clients’ contracts. This is good customer service. The only way to provide them with better, newer services, possibly more cost effective as well, is to be aware of reminding them about their auto-renewal contracts.
The bottom line is until there are laws and state regulations addressing this issue, one really doesn’t know how each case will be handled in court and from state to state and case to case. This is good reminder for all of us.
Sources:Ben Bronston, Telecom Lawyer “What Agents can Do About Automatic Contract Renewals”. May 2011, www.channelpartnersonline.com

Telecom News

NWMAP follows the latest Telecom news and wants to recognize several of our preferred carriers in the news. We stay updated and we want you to also. The following are links to wonderful and informative articles, news, and blogs.

Our carriers in the news:

Telecom technology:

We also like: http://blog.tmcnet.com/blog/rich-tehrani/

Look for regularly updated Telecommunications technology information on NWMAP Telecom Brokers’ website Blog. Thank you for your support.

Selling Telecom Services During The Recession

Many people, from those that feel secure in their job currently to those who have lost their job, are looking for opportunities to supplement their income or make money, period. The good news is there are still opportunities within the Telecom industry to reach those goals- make extra money or make a living by selling Telecom services. How can you do this?

  • In Telecom, simple things can yield big results.
  • Potential for both short-term earnings and long-term residual earnings. Make money quickly with up-front incentives and carrier promos.
  • Telecom needs for businesses have not slowed down during the recession- need is high.
  • There are now easier ways to provide savings on new technology for businesses.
  •  Build professional relationships that can benefit you down the road.
  •  Breaking the traditional business format. With companies less able to ensure raises and retirement, more people are looking for non-traditional ways to earn money.

NWMAP sets Telecom agents up with tools to assist them in their pursuit of financial freedom during a recession. You are free to work from anywhere, be your own boss, set your own schedule, and directly see the fruits of your labor. To learn how to be a Telecom agent: http://www.nwmap.com/contact-forms/how-to-become-an-agent.php

In the News: Senate Rejects FCC Net Neutrality Rules

April 8, 2011: U.S. House of Representatives approved a measure to nullify FCC net neutrality rules that were adopted last year. The net neutrality rules, adopted in December 2010, prevent carriers, such as AT&T, Verizon and Comcast, from discriminating against competitors by impeding the transport of content over their broadband networks.

Those  backing the legislation  stated the FCC lacks the authority to impose the net neutrality rules and that the government should stay out of regulating the Internet. Some believe the net rules would stifle innovation, investment and jobs in the private sector.

In 2010, a federal appeals court ruled the FCC did not have the authority to regulate Internet traffic under existing law. The ruling prompted the FCC to try again, finding a different rationale for its authority to regulate Internet traffic management to ensure that content receive equal treatment by carriers.

Original article: http://broadcastengineering.com/news/house-rejects-fcc-net-neutrality-rules/index.html

The Business and Benefits of Being aTelecom Broker

Just to give you a look at the business end of Unified Communications, this post will help you appreciate the benfefits of being or utilizing a Telecom Broker/Agent. You can buy direct from a sales agent at a specific carrier, but there are no benefits for you or your business by going that route. The benefits for the sales agents are limited as well.

The Telecom Broker receives benefits by working with you and for you in a reciprocal fashion- they don’t benefit unless you do. Whether you are seeking a Telecom Broker to assist you with the communication infrastructure within your business or you’d like to diversify your own income by becoming a Broker/Agent, you’ve arrived at the right place.  

  1. Build and maintain relationships with businesses
  2. Gain and utilize your experience.
  3. Apply your knowledge and creative problem-solving skills to help businesses.
  4. Choose from and have access to several carriers’ products and packages to help businesses save money.
  5. Stay informed and current on new technology within the industry.

Suggested Reading: https://nwmap.com/questions-to-ask-when-choosing-a-telecom-agency

https://nwmap.com/clients-versus-sales

https://nwmap.com/get-more-for-your-money-by-using-a-telecom-broker