IT Budget Optimization for Indian SMEs

Quick Wins

• Switch to annual billing: Save 10-20% on all SaaS subscriptions
• Eliminate duplicate tools: Most companies have 2-3 tools doing the same thing
• Negotiate everything: Indian vendors expect negotiation — never pay list price
• Use free tiers: Many tools have free tiers sufficient for SMEs

Strategic Optimizations

• Preventive maintenance: ₹60,000/year saves ₹3,00,000 in emergency repairs
• Asset lifecycle management: Extend laptop life from 3 to 4 years = 25% savings
• Automation: Every automated task saves 3 hours of manual work monthly