Innovative Cost Solutions

Over the past few years, businesses across all industries have faced increased operational costs, with waste removal often being an overlooked yet growing expense. ? A combination of inflation, supply chain challenges, and rising operational expenses has driven up costs for waste haulers, who are now passing these increases onto customers. The following things have led to increased costs for customers: ? Fuel Costs: Higher fuel prices have driven up transportation costs for waste haulers, leading to increased fees for customers.? ? Labor Costs: To attract and retain workers amid a competitive labor market, many waste haulers have had to increase wages and offer bonuses and these increased costs ultimately get passed onto customers. ? Equipment and Maintenance: The costs associated with vehicle manufacturing and maintenance have risen, with further increases expected.?The equipment required to operate a waste removal company has always been expensive but it’s continuing to increase every year. ? Tipping Fees: The national average tipping fee at municipal solid waste landfills increased by 11% from 2021 to 2022, reaching $60.34 per ton on average across the U.S. —the sharpest rise since at least 2018. ? With these cost increases showing no signs of slowing down, now is the time for businesses to explore cost-saving opportunities. A quick waste contract review could reveal hidden savings and help protect your bottom line.?Let ICS take a look under the hood to see if your waste removal costs and services could use a tune-up! ? Let’s chat about how we can help: https://lnkd.in/eih3Q6JJ ? #ICS #Waste #Consulting #CostSavings #Inflation #WasteTuneUp

Smart businesses don’t treat waste removal contracts as just another operational expense that gets renewed without much thought. Instead, they manage and optimize them just like rent, utilities, and supply chain costs—ensuring they aren’t overpaying and maximizing every dollar. ? Failing to manage these contracts properly can lead to unnecessary costs that quietly eat into your bottom line. However, businesses that take a strategic approach to managing their waste removal costs gain a competitive advantage by freeing up resources that can be reinvested where they matter most. ? Without access to market data, many companies have no way of knowing if they’re overpaying compared to industry benchmarks. Even when contracts seem fair, regularly reviewing these contracts can help prevent overspending by ensuring businesses aren’t locked into outdated pricing or subject to unnecessary rate increases. ? If your waste removal contract hasn’t been reviewed in a while, now is the time. Let’s talk about how we can optimize your costs for 2025 and beyond. https://lnkd.in/ecHs8a9N ? #waste #consulting #costsavings #wasteconsulting #ICS

Smart businesses don’t treat waste removal contracts as just another operational expense that gets renewed without much thought. Instead, they manage and optimize them just like rent, utilities, and supply chain costs—ensuring they aren’t overpaying and maximizing every dollar. ? Failing to manage these contracts properly can lead to unnecessary costs that quietly eat into your bottom line. However, businesses that take a strategic approach to managing their waste removal costs gain a competitive advantage by freeing up resources that can be reinvested where they matter most. ? Without access to market data, many companies have no way of knowing if they’re overpaying compared to industry benchmarks. Even when contracts seem fair, regularly reviewing these contracts can help prevent overspending by ensuring businesses aren’t locked into outdated pricing or subject to unnecessary rate increases. ? If your waste removal contract hasn’t been reviewed in a while, now is the time. Let’s talk about how we can optimize your costs for 2025 and beyond. https://lnkd.in/ecHs8a9N ? #waste #consulting #costsavings #wasteconsulting #ICS

These waste contract myths might be holding you back.?Let’s clear up some common misconceptions that might be costing your business thousands. ? 1. "Once your rates are locked in, they can no longer be adjusted." Many businesses believe that a locked-in rate is set in stone for the entire contract term. However, most waste contracts include clauses that allow for rate adjustments or service modifications mid-term.?More importantly, many waste haulers don’t actually follow the terms of the contract.?We specialize in identifying when our Clients receive unjustified rate increases, helping them keep their costs as low as possible at all times.? ? 2. "You need to change haulers to reduce rates." Switching waste haulers might seem like the only way to save, but it’s often unnecessary. In fact, we renegotiate better rates with your existing waste hauler 95% of the time, ensuring continuity of service while reducing costs. This approach minimizes disruption and delivers immediate savings. ? 3. "Your rates are already as low as possible." Without access to industry benchmarks and market data, it’s hard to know if you’re truly getting the best rates. Many businesses unknowingly overpay because they lack the insights needed to negotiate effectively. Our data-driven process ensures you’re paying for what you should—and nothing more. ? If these misconceptions sound familiar, it might be time to take a closer look at your waste contract. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation review and discover how much you could save. ? #Waste #CostSavings #BusinessOptimization #MythBusting #Consulting #ContractReview

These waste contract myths might be holding you back.?Let’s clear up some common misconceptions that might be costing your business thousands. ? 1. "Once your rates are locked in, they can no longer be adjusted." Many businesses believe that a locked-in rate is set in stone for the entire contract term. However, most waste contracts include clauses that allow for rate adjustments or service modifications mid-term.?More importantly, many waste haulers don’t actually follow the terms of the contract.?We specialize in identifying when our Clients receive unjustified rate increases, helping them keep their costs as low as possible at all times.? ? 2. "You need to change haulers to reduce rates." Switching waste haulers might seem like the only way to save, but it’s often unnecessary. In fact, we renegotiate better rates with your existing waste hauler 95% of the time, ensuring continuity of service while reducing costs. This approach minimizes disruption and delivers immediate savings. ? 3. "Your rates are already as low as possible." Without access to industry benchmarks and market data, it’s hard to know if you’re truly getting the best rates. Many businesses unknowingly overpay because they lack the insights needed to negotiate effectively. Our data-driven process ensures you’re paying for what you should—and nothing more. ? If these misconceptions sound familiar, it might be time to take a closer look at your waste contract. Contact us today for a free, no-obligation review and discover how much you could save. ? #Waste #CostSavings #BusinessOptimization #MythBusting #Consulting #ContractReview

As we close the chapter on 2024, we want to take a moment to reflect and express our deepest gratitude. To our incredible GPO partners, dedicated employees, and valued clients—thank you. Your trust, collaboration, and hard work have been the driving force behind another successful year at ICS. This year was particularly special as we achieved a major milestone: surpassing $50,000,000 in lifetime savings for our clients. These savings represent more than just numbers—they signify opportunities for our clients to reinvest in their missions, their communities, and their future growth. As we look ahead to 2025, we’re excited to build on this momentum, strengthen the impact of our partnerships, and continue delivering exceptional results. Here’s to another year of collaboration and success! From all of us at ICS, thank you for being part of our journey. Wishing you a happy, healthy, and prosperous New Year. #Gratitude #EndOfYear #Consulting #Waste

For affordable housing providers, tight budgets are the norm. Imagine the difference $900 in monthly savings and a $12,000 refund could make. ? These kinds of savings aren't just numbers - they represent real opportunities for affordable housing organizations to reinvest in their communities. By lowering costs on services like waste removal, providers can free up funds for essential repairs, resident services, and more. ? The Provident Companies, a leader in managing multi-family and affordable housing properties, faced rising waste removal costs. By partnering with us at ICS, we renegotiated their existing waste contract at one of their locations and secured the same services at a significantly lower cost, saving them $900 monthly in addition to a $12,000 refund for previous overcharges. ? “Our business relationship went from a free review of our trash contracts and no obligation to what I would say is our best vendor relationship,” said Robert Bender (CEO). “With the savings from ICS, we can now finally add additional safety lighting that has been put on the backburner because of a lack of funds. Thank you for being a great partner." ? If you’re an affordable housing provider looking to improve your bottom line, let’s discuss how we can help.?Go to https://lnkd.in/ecHs8a9N?to connect with us. #Waste #Consulting #AffordableHousing #WasteRemoval

Did you know that scrappers are making up to $85,000 per day?by recycling e-waste? What most people see as #trash is actually a goldmine—literally. E-waste, or electronic waste, is one of the fastest-growing #waste streams in the world. With millions of devices being discarded every year, this waste often ends up in landfills, leaking hazardous chemicals into the soil and water. But e-waste isn’t just an environmental hazard—it’s also full of valuable materials like gold, silver, and copper. One person who has tapped into this hidden opportunity is Wade Cawley, an Australian who turned his side hustle of scrapping electronics into a thriving business, Rekindle Me. Wade’s recycling process now extracts up to $85,000 worth of gold per day from old electronics using heavy machinery and microbes that evolved to bond to specific metals. Wade’s story is part of a growing trend: innovative businesses?finding profitable ways to reduce waste?while protecting the environment. By turning e-waste into a resource, companies like Rekindle Me are not only making money but also contributing to a healthier planet. As Wade’s business shows, the future of waste management isn’t just about reducing environmental impact—it’s also about tapping into new economic opportunities. #Ewaste #Sustainability #Recycling?#Consulting https://lnkd.in/eUVjKMxr https://lnkd.in/eVFFhxA8

Senior living facilities are complex operations with many moving parts. With so much going on day-to-day, waste management often isn’t prioritized, leading to significant overspending if not managed correctly. ? That’s where we come in. ? Our process is straightforward: We review your current waste invoices to identify overspending and?we typically?renegotiate better rates with your existing hauler?– all with no upfront costs. The result? Substantial savings and more funds to invest in resident care. ? Uncover the financial advantages of partnering with?the?waste experts?at ICS! ? #SeniorLiving #Waste #CostSavings #OperationalEfficiency #Consulting

Senior living facilities are complex operations with many moving parts. With so much going on day-to-day, waste management often isn’t prioritized, leading to significant overspending if not managed correctly. ? That’s where we come in. ? Our process is straightforward: We review your current waste invoices to identify overspending and?we typically?renegotiate better rates with your existing hauler?– all with no upfront costs. The result? Substantial savings and more funds to invest in resident care. ? Uncover the financial advantages of partnering with?the?waste experts?at ICS! ? #SeniorLiving #Waste #CostSavings #OperationalEfficiency #Consulting