Business Fit vs. Budget Alignment
Top fit: Provider AThe Challenge
Too many providers. Too much complexity.
Too Many Options
Inconsistent Proposals
Unclear Costs
Overlooked Risks
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Visual Decision Framework
Key insights
Strong alignment with business requirements
Provider A leads on fit across 5 of 6 weighted criteria.
Meaningful pricing differences
Monthly cost spread of ~38% between closest candidates.
Implementation considerations
Provider F scores well on fit but requires longer lead time.
Areas requiring additional validation
SLA credit terms unconfirmed for Provider C.
Proposal Comparison
| Criteria | Provider A | Provider B | Provider C |
|---|---|---|---|
| Monthly Recurring Cost | $8,450 | $9,120 | $7,980 |
| Installation / One-Time | $0 | $2,500 | Not stated |
| Contract Term | 36 months | 36 months | 60 months |
| Service Level Agreement | 99.99% | 99.95% | Not stated |
| Implementation Timeline | 45–60 days | 30–45 days | 90+ days |
| Included Services | Managed router, 24/7 NOC | 24/7 NOC | Basic support |
Network & Route Analysis
Findings
Potential shared path
Providers A and C appear to share a segment leaving Site 1.
Diverse alternative
Provider B follows a separate southern route for most of the path.
Validate with providers
Request route documentation before finalizing a diversity design.
Lifecycle Overview
Active services
24
Renewals in 6 mo.
3
Open projects
2
Implementation — Branch SD-WAN
- Site survey
- Circuit install
- Cutover
- Acceptance
| Service | Provider | Renewal | Status |
|---|---|---|---|
| Dedicated Internet — HQ | Provider A | Mar 2027 | Active |
| SD-WAN — 14 branches | Provider B | Nov 2026 | Renewal soon |
| UCaaS — 420 seats | Provider C | Aug 2028 | Active |
| Colocation — 2 cabinets | Provider D | Jan 2027 | Review |
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