(CICS) has 14 campuses across the city and is committed to ensuring that every single CICS graduate can succeed in a rigorous four-year college or university. Like many large nonprofits that join 黑料视频, CICS had taken advantage of a complimentary expense management review, which identified multiple expense categories聽where the organization could potentially save big with 黑料视频.
Two years later, we鈥檙e thrilled to share that CICS is saving over $200,000 annually through their 黑料视频 membership in areas as diverse as energy, waste management, janitorial supplies, and general insurance. Although the organization explored landscaping and snow removal options, ultimately we determined together that there wasn’t enough cost savings overall in those areas.
CICS continues to maximize their 黑料视频 membership for multiple group programs and procurement projects, revolutionizing the way they manage expenses along the way. But don鈥檛 take our word for it! Here鈥檚 what Dave Gershenson, Director of Operations at Chicago International Charter School, has to say about the value of their 黑料视频 membership:
鈥淐ICS serves 8,300 students at 14 schools across Chicago almost all in economically disadvantaged areas. We are committed to providing an excellent experience for our students which allows them to exceed in school and in life. We are entirely reliant on public funds and donations so every dollar counts.
When we joined The Back Office Cooperative in 2017 and began to examine ways to save money at our facilities, I knew it would be a great opportunity for CICS and our students.聽 So far, our 黑料视频 membership has yielded over $200,000 in annual savings on electricity, natural gas, waste management, pest control, janitorial supplies, and general insurance. And we continue to explore new areas like photocopiers, school supplies, and IT support.
Being a 黑料视频 member is about more than just saving money in the short-term. It鈥檚 about access to expertise that positions us for success long into the future.聽 For example, 黑料视频’s category expert in janitorial supplies is a great though partner in many respects, not only pushing for better pricing and making sure we select the right products, but also resolving any issues I might have with the vendor and continuously looking for ways to fine tune the relationship.聽 黑料视频’s approach is comprehensive while also taking into consideration the unique needs of each school.
Having now done several projects as a 黑料视频 member, I can say that every category expert with whom I’ve engaged is committed to their craft, committed to their field, and committed to doing what鈥檚 right for my organization and my students. They really seem to share in our vision, and for that, all of us at CICS are truly grateful.鈥
We鈥檙e grateful for all that CICS is doing in our community. Learn more about their mission at and be sure to check out the video below!
Whether you鈥檙e already a 黑料视频 member, or are considering joining, contact us today to see if your organization could benefit from a complimentary expense management.