Higher Ed is Under Scrutiny—But Fiscal Responsibility Remains Essential
As pressures mount across higher education—shifting demographics, funding constraints, and shifting expectations—the need to control costs and diversify revenue streams has never been greater. WAICU Collaborative Services is here to help you do both. Through carefully vetted contracts, we provide solutions that make an impact today and help you build for tomorrow.
Cost Management: Get More from Your Budget
WAICU offers dozens of contracts to help reduce operational costs and increase quality of service. Here are this month’s highlights:
Gain control over the burgeoning cost and administrative burdens of this significant employee benefit. WBC members enjoy wrap-around professional services and saved over $400,000 on average in 2024 administrative and claims expenses. Explore the option before your next renewal.
- Energy Consulting – Blue Edge Energy
A free assessment of your current natural gas spend and contract provisions is available. Blue Edge will run your next RFP and be your energy management copilot so you never miss an opportunity to save on your utility bill. Request your free assessment today!
Revenue Generation: Turn Potential into Profit
Several WAICU programs include opportunities to earn a rebate or to open new revenue streams. Here are this month’s highlights:
Alert! Fifteen WAICU schools use Staples for campus products and save thousands each year, but your special pricing will end unless you migrate to the new contract (which offers even better pricing and double the rebate!). Please contact WAICU so you don’t miss out.
Zero cost to implement, 30 days to go-live, and just like that your accounts payable staff can process batches securely with the click of a button. We all have bills to pay; why not make it easy AND earn rebates on average of $22,000 per year?
Join a webinar on May 21 at 1:00 p.m. to learn more. Register Now!
Let’s Talk
If your institution is rethinking how to do more with less—or how to tap into new revenue—you’re not alone. And you don’t have to go it alone.
For more information, email WAICU Chief Operating Officer Jennifer deHart.