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Looking to Dial-in on Better Cell Phone Deals for Work?

Adam Groff

May 26, 2014

If your small business has multiple employees who are always on the go to get the job done, then you probably need multiple cell phones to keep your working world connected.

Luckily there are plenty of ways to supply your sales staff with mobile technology in order to keep them in the loop while they're out and about.

With cellular savings in mind, here are a handful of handheld tips for saving your small business money on cell phones:

Pick the Right Plan

The type of service plan you choose for your employees could have everything to do with the price of the cell phones you buy for your small business. Most service providers have special deals for new cell phones depending on the length of the service plan and contract.

If you want the best deal on the overall price of a cell phone, then you have to be willing to sign a one to two year service contract. Just make sure the monthly rates are locked in for the extent of the plan.

Pay as you go plans are also a good option for your small business because they give you the flexibility of increasing or decreasing your employees' minutes depending on need.

Browse the Web

There are a number of cell phone deals to take advantage of on the Internet, so grab your computer and start searching.

Whether you're looking for a dozen smartphones at one low price or different brand phones with different capabilities, online retailers such as Walmart offer great deals on top of the line cell phones from every major manufacturer.

Consider Refurbished Phones

Refurbished cell phones are not only cheaper; they're also just as good as a brand new phone out of the box.

So, when shopping for multiple cell phones for your small business, consider refurbished devices.

Many retailers carry refurbished models along with new inventory and if not, a simple web search will lead you to factory refurbished cell phone dealers.

Buy in Bulk

If you're looking to outfit your entire staff with cell phones, then you should definitely look into bulk deals. Whether you go through a carrier or a website, most retailers are willing to include deals and discounts when you buy two or more cell phones at a time.

Keep in mind that you'll need to sign up for service plans for all of your small business's cell phones, so ask about bulk deals in that department as well.

Although most carriers offer service plans specifically for businesses with multiple lines, sometimes add-a-line family plans are cheaper with each line you add.

Avoid the Bells and Whistles

For business purposes, all a cell phone really needs to do is place calls, send texts, and occasionally surf the web.

With that in mind, if you really want to save money when it comes time to equip your staff with cell phones, then skip the fancy features and go for straightforward capabilities.

Chances are your staff will not need the latest camera technology on their work phones. And, the phone's storage capacity doesn't need to be that impressive either. In other words, cell phones and smartphones with minimal features will definitely do the trick.

Additionally, if an older model cell phone is still available through the carrier, it will always be cheaper than the newest model.

By keeping the tips above in mind, your small business will save money when it comes time to go mobile.

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