Bank Fee Analysis for Corporations and PE Sponsored Portfolio Companies

Bank Fees

ACC has uncovered millions of dollars in overcharges on erroneous bank fees for large franchise groups and fast food restaurant operators, corporations, private equity owned companies and manufacturing companies. In many cases, the organization had long-standing relationships with their banks and trusted that fees were fair and accurate. These relationships, what we often refer to…

Tips for PE firms to reduce expenses across a portfolio

Webinar: Reducing Procurement Costs for PE Firms + Portfolio Companies

ACG PERT and Alliance Cost Containment present Reduce Procurement Costs for PE Firms + Portfolio Companies Learn how PE firms and portfolio companies create value through indirect procurement Webinar Topics Reduce procurement costs through improved vendor selection and negotiating tactics Unearth commonly overlooked areas of cost reduction at portfolio companies, especially when so many employees…

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How to Buy Quality N95 Masks, KN95 Masks and Other PPE

PPE: What to watch for when purchasing N95 Masks, KN95 Masks, Gloves and other personal protective equipment Major Takeaway Identifying potentially fraudulent or untrustworthy PPE vendors is not a step to skip in your PPE procurement process. Checking references, understanding your chosen supplier’s manufacturing history, and verifying certifications before making purchases will mitigate risks and…

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How 2021 utility markets will affect your business

Special Indirect Procurement Category Update: Utilities Major Takeaway After a banner year in 2020, utility prices are expected to take an upward turn in 2021. Corporations and PE firms should take steps now to reduce costs and mitigate potential electricity & natural gas rate increases. 2020 Utilities Review ACC manages 30+ indirect expense categories, and in this…

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How to reduce your PE portfolio’s commercial insurance costs

With premium rates increasing as a result of COVID-19, it’s more important than ever to review current insurance plans across your investments and lock in lower costs. Carriers can still offer competitive rates if your portfolio’s risk profiles are well prepared and actively marketed. Our team of group purchasing private equity experts works with PE…

How a Large Healthcare Company Reduced Telecom Expenses

A Familiar Story A $15B+ healthcare company realized they were overpaying on their existing Telecom contracts for wireless, wireline, voice and data. We assessed their internal capabilities and evaluated market options. Despite two years remaining on the existing agreement, ACC engaged in a renegotiation with their incumbent Telecom provider to reduce costs to below market…

Q4 2020 Procurement Category Cost Impacts

Q4 2020 – Procurement Cost Impacts for Non-Core Expenses

COST IMPACTS – Q4 2020 While many of these increases are Covid-19 related, some are simply due to general market dynamics. In many of these areas, there is an opportunity to mitigate rising costs by focusing on cost reduction activities.   Insurance Increases in premiums have moderated over the past 90 days but remain higher…