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Telecom Auditing FAQ
Who performs the audit and where?
A Chambers Advisory Group professional telecom auditor reviews all invoices at Chambers offices.
How long will it take?
Once all of your invoices and Customer Service Records have been received, it could take 4 to 6 weeks to complete a report.
How much work will I need to do?
Not very much. You’ll need to provide your telecom invoices and sign letters of authorization allowing us to retrieve service records from your vendors and make changes, once approved.
How much savings can I expect?
Every audit is unique. We typically see savings in the 25% to 30% range. Some clients have saved more, and infrequently, less. One time refunds are not included in this monthly savings percentage.
Will there be any interruption in my service?
In many cases, there is no interruption in service. We will work together to find the best scheduling opportunity so that down-
Will I need to purchase any new equipment?
The telecom audit focuses strictly on your service usage, so there are no equipment adjustments.
Who negotiates with my vendors?
Chambers advisors take care of all communications and negotiations with vendors, with your prior authorization.
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E-rate Filing FAQ
What is E-rate?
The E-rate program is a federally-funded initiative administered by the Universal Service Administrative Company. Its purpose is to provide funding to eligible U.S. schools and libraries to promote technology and obtain affordable telecom and Internet services.
How do I know if I am eligible?
All U.S. public schools are eligible, as well as libraries and private schools whose endowments do not exceed $50 million.
What if our school’s E-rate application has been denied in the past?
If an application has been denied, an appeal may be submitted. A new application may be filed the subsequent year.
Is a Technology Plan always required?
No. For the E-rate Priority One application – for reoccurring telecom expenses only – you do not need to prepare a Technology Plan.
How large does a school need to be to realize benefits from retaining Chambers?
If your monthly telephone bills total $400 or more your school would benefit from retaining Chambers to properly file an E-rate application.
What information do we need to provide?
You need to provide your National School Lunch Program eligibility data, and all of your telephone service invoices .
How long does it take to receive approval and obtain funding?
The window for submitting the first Form 470 is usually November - January for the NEXT funding year. Commitments for E-rate are made by funding year, which runs from July 1 through the following June 30. (e.g. Funding Year 2010 is July 1, 2010 – June 30, 2011.)
Where can I get more information on E-rate?
Go to http://www.usac.org/default.aspx, USAC’s website and click on “Schools and Libraries.”
How do I know if I am eligible?
All U.S. public schools are eligible, as well as libraries and private schools whose endowments do not exceed $50 million.
What if our school’s E-
Is a Technology Plan always required?
No. For the E-
How large does a school need to be to realize benefits from retaining Chambers?
If your monthly telephone bills total $400 or more your school would benefit from retaining Chambers to properly file an E-
What information do we need to provide?
You need to provide your National School Lunch Program eligibility data, and all of your telephone service invoices .
How long does it take to receive approval and obtain funding?
The window for submitting the first Form 470 is usually November -
Where can I get more information on E-
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