Having experienced issues with an Energy Broker some years back, I needed full assurance from the consultancy that we would retain control of our relationship with the chosen energy supplier for our new contracts. We expected that our new rates would increase as we had broken-away from our previous procurement arrangement but were prepared for this.
Whilst our gas consumption is relatively predictable, we needed assurance that our new contract would not include any penalties for over or under-consumption (ie ‘take-or-pay clauses’).
Pickwick Cross were recommended by one of our Directors. Having had a poor experience with energy brokers in the past, it was refreshing to deal with a company that was knowledgeable, transparent and straight to the point. It allowed me to place my trust in them and leave them to source me the most competitive deal for my business.
The entire tender process was negotiated and re-negotiated on our behalf in order to secure the most competitive, risk-free solution. Whilst we fully expected our new tariff to be higher than our previous one, they actually secured an annual reduction of over 20% compared with our previous rates.
Saving over 20% on our contract is a big positive for us, lower energy costs allow us to reinvest that saved money elsewhere and help enhance the other processes that happen in our business, plus it was an all-round hassle free experience.
