About Us : FAQ

How “big” does my organization have to be to qualify for service?
To qualify for our Cost Control Program, an organization must have at least one location that meets our minimum spend criteria. Our minimum spend criteria varies by country but is typically set between $50,000 and $100,000 per annum. This requirement, however, may be waived depending upon the circumstances of a particular business – e.g., businesses with multiple and/or international locations.

How do we enroll and initiate service?
To initiate our Cost Control Program an organization is required to sign a service agreement and provide us with their most recent energy and telecommunications invoices and supply contracts.

When can we expect our first analysis report?
Once, we have received an organization’s most recent energy and telecommunications invoices and supply contracts, we will issue our initial analysis report in approximately 6 to 8 weeks. We will issue subsequent analysis reports as new cost reduction opportunities are identified.

Are we required to implement NUS Consulting’s recommendations?
No. Unlike other utility audit firms, NUS Consulting does not require clients to implement any of our recommendations. The implementation of recommendations is subject to a client approval – control rests with the client.

How is NUS Consulting compensated for its services?
Generally, we provide our Cost Control Program on a performance or contingent fee basis – sharing in refunds and savings for a predefined period. Under this arrangement, if an organization does not realize refunds or savings – they pay nothing.

In addition to our Cost Control Program, we offer a number of other support services on either a contingent, fixed or subscription basis. We understand the needs of clients differ and therefore are flexible in developing compensation strategies to fit their requirements.

How are savings calculated?
Where services are provided on a performance or contingent basis – NUS Consulting shares in savings realized from the implementation of its recommendations. We calculate savings as the difference between the amount paid by a client subsequent to the implement of our recommendation and amount the client would have paid had they not otherwise altered their purchasing arrangements.