Over 70 percent of the 1.1. trillion utility payments processed lack billed usage and other fields that are required to properly audit charges or evaluate pricing. In fact, a proper system should incorporate not only key utility bill fields but also information on the site being metered and local weather data. From there, the process must have audit automation technologies, analytical reporting, experienced analysts and negotiators. It is a significant investment in people and technology, which can yield 5%
Beyond utility bills is the HVAC equipment data that tells the story behind the utility bills. From zone to equipment settings and down to equipment performance, all of these factors drive the utility bills. While some companies employ building automated controls for HVAC, they lack data trending and sophisticated analytics, so keeping on top of the data is near impossible. Yet, this area can yield 10% to 30% in savings when managed correctly.
In Phase I, ATA Inc offers contingency pricing (percent of savings) solutions for utility bill audit, refund recovery and strategic price positioning. Phase I allows us to get to know and trust each other under a mutually beneficial business arrangement.