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member benefits: energy consulting

11/21/2022

Everything You Should Know When Negotiating Energy Supply Agreements

Posted by Tradition Energy

Several aspects of energy agreements can easily trip up even the most seasoned procurement professionals. Unless you are aware of some key terms and slight verbiage adjustments that can drastically affect the price you pay on your bill, you could walk away thinking you secured a good deal – when the agreement tilts in the supplier's favor.
The same focus applies when negotiating an energy supply agreement, such as electricity or natural gas. Everything seems to come down to price. After all the talk and all the negotiation, ultimately, the decision comes down to one question: "What am I paying?"

It's Business, Not Personal
Like almost any industry where the customer pays for some service regularly, energy suppliers often treat penalties and fees as a source of revenue. The first thing to be aware of is that energy suppliers may try to capture revenue through additional fees resulting from agreement terms more favorable to them than the purchaser. This process isn't to suggest that suppliers are sneaky or underhanded. It's just business.
The five elements below can result in additional fees depending on how you negotiated your agreement. While many terms comprise an energy supply agreement, a handful directly affects what you pay monthly.

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member benefits: online marketplace

10/16/2022

TAP INTO SAVINGS, WITH A COMPLIANT CANADIAN CONTRACT, WHILE ELIMINATING ROGUE SPENDING

Identifying cost saving opportunities and enhancing business productivity is more important than ever. Municipalities, public school system, hospitals, non-profits, and university procurement teams are working toward those goals while faced with the challenge of doing more with less. On top of that, you probably have several team members or colleagues submitting purchase orders that keep piling up on your desk. Strategic sourcing does not have to be this stressful.

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member benefits: outdoor equipment

8/31/2022

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The priceless return on prioritizing outdoor fitness

University students are now moving and playing less at school (and in their communities) than before the pandemic, which has had immediate collateral consequences on their development, including their mental health.
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