What Are Telecom Expense Management Services?
Telecom expense management services are outsourced services in which a TEM provider manages an organization’s telecom invoices, inventory, contracts and carrier relationships on its behalf. Instead of relying on software alone, a dedicated team audits bills, disputes errors, processes payments and finds savings, so internal IT and finance teams don’t have to.
Managing telecom expenses in-house drains time, focus, and energy from your team’s strategic priorities.
Valicom’s managed TEM services handle your entire telecom environment end to end, with a white-glove service model that takes the burden off your team and delivers measurable results.
Unlike fully automated platforms, our managed telecom services combine our software technology with seasoned expertise to provide human augmented support that catches what technology alone cannot.
What’s Included in Our Telecom Expense Management Services
Complete invoice processing
From receipt to payment, with human validation ensuring accuracy beyond what automation can achieve
Inventory management & optimization
Real-time tracking across all technology investments with expert analysis
Contract compliance monitoring
Vigilant oversight ensuring vendors deliver on promised terms and conditions
Discrepancy identification & resolution
Expert analysts identify billing errors that automated systems can miss
Cost allocation & reporting
Streamlined workflows that transform complex data into actionable insights
Vendor management & negotiation
Leverage our expertise as telecom managed service providers and our vendor-neutral position for optimal contract terms
Issue management
Engage vendors, record and monitor cost reduction efforts that impact your bottom line
Technology lifecycle management
Strategic planning and implementation for evolving technology needs
How Our Managed TEM Service Works

Discovery & assessment
We conduct a comprehensive analysis of your current telecom environment, identifying pain points and opportunities.

Implementation planning
Our team creates a tailored transition plan designed to minimize disruption to your operations.

White-glove onboarding
We handle the heavy lifting during implementation, requiring minimal time from your team.

Active management
Our dedicated analysts provide ongoing oversight, process invoices, manage inventory, and identify optimization opportunities.

Strategic reviews

Continuous optimization
Backed by 35+ Years of TEM Expertise
When you choose Valicom’s fully managed TEM services — among the most comprehensive outsourced TEM programs available — you gain more than software; you gain decades of specialized knowledge and a dedicated team that becomes an extension of your organization.
Dedicated project teams
with specialized telecom expertise, as established managed service providers for telecom
Vendor-neutral position
ensuring our managed services for telecom provide recommendations based solely on your best interests
Pattern recognition experience
from 35+ years delivering telecom management services and solving complex telecom challenges
Industry-specific knowledge
across healthcare, hospitality, financial services, and more
Technical and financial expertise
bridging the gap between IT and finance departments
Measurable impact on your bottom line and operations

30-60% reduction
in AP and telecom workload

10-30% savings
identified through comprehensive analysis

8+ year
average client retention demonstrating sustainable partnership

100% improved visibility
across your telecom and technology investments
Frequently Asked Questions
What does a TEM provider do on a day to day basis?
A TEM provider manages the entire lifecycle of your telecom environment on an ongoing basis. Each day, the team ingests and audits carrier invoices, compares charges to contracts and inventory, and flags variances and billing errors for dispute & credit recovery. They maintain an accurate inventory of services and devices, monitor usage patterns, and identify optimization and disconnect opportunities. This continuous work reduces costs, improves visibility, and removes the management burden from internal staff.
How can Valicom, as a TEM provider, reduce telecom costs?
First and most importantly, we establish complete inventory visibility. You cannot save money on what you can’t see, so we build a centralized, accurate inventory of every asset you own, from mobile devices and wireline circuits to cloud licenses. This foundation allows us to immediately identify and eliminate zombie services (active billing for unused lines) and redundant infrastructure that often goes unnoticed in complex environments.
Does Valicom offer ongoing TEM support and customer service?
Absolutely. We pride ourselves on providing exceptional white-glove, ongoing customer support. Every single client is assigned to a dedicated account manager who serves as your primary point of contact for any questions or needs. Our team acts as an extension of your team, and we are committed to providing responsive, expert support to ensure your continued success throughout the life of our mutual engagement. We make it a priority to understand your service requirements that are unique to your network and can customize AP/billing deliverables as needed. Our dedicated team typically meets with each client on a biweekly basis and has regular correspondence by email, phone, or whatever method is easiest for you.
How much internal time is required from our team to work with Valicom?
We aim to minimize your effort significantly. In our “managed service” model, Valicom handles the time-consuming tasks: data entry, auditing, and sitting on hold with carriers. Your team’s role shifts from “doer” to “approver.” You will likely spend just a few hours a month reviewing our findings and approving optimizations, rather than days digging through piles of paper bills and spreadsheets.
What makes Valicom different from other telecom services providers?
Valicom combines powerful technology with personalized, white-glove service. Our team works as an extension of yours, managing the day-to-day details and going the extra mile when you need it. We tailor the right solution for each client, adapting our processes and reporting to fit your business. Valicom has provided TEM services for over 35 years, making us one of the longest-tenured TEM providers in the industry. We remain vendor-neutral, so our recommendations are based on what’s best for the client, not on carrier relationships. You get the visibility and control you need without having to manage the TEM platform yourself.
What is included in telecom expense management services?
Valicom’s telecom expense management services cover the full telecom lifecycle: invoice processing and auditing, billing dispute and credit recovery, vendor bill payment, cost allocation, inventory management, MACD order management, usage optimization and reporting. Every client gets a dedicated account team and access to Clearview TEM software.
How are managed TEM services priced?
Pricing depends on the size and complexity of your telecom environment, including the number of carriers, invoices, locations and devices. Valicom provides a custom quote after reviewing your environment, so you only pay for the scope your organization needs.
Should we outsource telecom expense management or manage it in-house?
Managing TEM in-house requires dedicated staff, software and carrier expertise to audit invoices, track inventory and dispute errors. Outsourcing to a TEM provider gives you that expertise and technology without adding headcount, and your team’s role shifts from doing the work to approving recommendations. Organizations with multiple carriers, locations or a large mobile fleet typically benefit most from outsourcing.
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