IT, finance, and procurement leaders are continuously challenged to optimize expenses, allocate resources efficiently, and make strategic decisions about technology investments. What if you had a library of resources helping you do all of the above with simple step-by-step guides? Tangoe is launching a new series of “How-To” articles designed to support you in IT financial management. Whether you’re looking to lower expenses, streamline financial oversight and administrative processes, or get ahead in negotiations, our series provides practical, actionable insights tailored to every need.
Our first how-to guides are designed to target some of the most pressing challenges in the IT expense management space. Here’s what you can expect.
Step-by-Step Guides for IT Financial Management
- How to Lower Microsoft 365® Costs
Microsoft 365 is a powerhouse toolset, but it can come with a hefty price tag. This makes it an obvious starting point for cost optimization efforts. In this guide, Tangoe walks you through strategies to reduce your 365 subscription costs while keeping productivity intact. The outlined successive steps focus on gaining the visibility necessary for effective license optimization and the things you’ll need to know to remove the most waste. Read the article
- How to Shop and Compare IaaS Services
It can be difficult to know which public Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS) offering best fits your business needs. Our upcoming guide will break down the key considerations when comparing IaaS services, from pricing to performance, Tangoe helps IT, finance, and procurement leaders make more informed decisions. Read the article
- How to Upgrade Your Mobile Fleet
Mobile technology is constantly evolving, and keeping your fleet up to date is essential for productivity. Tangoe covers how to know when devices really need to be upgraded, calculate the total cost of ownership of fleet refresh initiatives, maximize the useful lifespan of new devices, and transition your team seamlessly. Read the article
- How to Recycle Mobile Devices
As businesses upgrade their mobile devices, recycling and disposing of old phones and laptops sustainably should be a top priority. This guide helps you navigate the decommissioning and recycling process, including data security measures, choosing recycling partners, getting cash-back on every device, and reducing your e-waste. Read the article
- How to Inventory Telecom Assets & Mobile Devices
Let’s face it, every IT team has a growing number of technologies and services. Tracking telecom assets and mobile devices is a huge challenge, especially for larger organizations. This guide covers centralized databases and the detailed tagging strategies that make them successful. Learn how to ensure accurate tracking and better decision-making. Read the article
- How to Negotiate Mobile & Telecom Contracts
Negotiating more than 400 contracts annually teaches you a lot about how to persuade vendors. In this article, Tangoe’s team of professional negotiators share insider tips on securing the best deals. Learn how to approach IT contract negotiations with confidence, from understanding the fine print to leveraging market price intelligence and competitive offers. Read the article
- How to Streamline Cost Allocations
Tracking expenses and IT service usage can get messy fast. This guide dives into best practices for cost allocations and chargebacks with steps to protect consistency. Tangoe shows you how to set up a cost allocation framework that makes tracking easier and more accurate. Read the article
This series is designed to provide leaders with the education they need to stay on top of cloud, mobile, and telecom financial management. Each guide offers step-by-step instructions, real-world examples, associated video and case studies, as well as expert insights to navigate the complexities of today’s complex tech landscape.
We’ll be releasing these guides regularly, so stay tuned for updates. You can browse all the articles here and feel free to reach out with any specific challenges you’re facing and what articles you want to see next. We’re here to support you in making smarter, more strategic decisions that help your business leverage technology to drive more innovation.