The Importance of Value Investing in Electrical Safety Audits
Do you believe that the lowest bid (L1) will always provide the best solutions for your facilities? In the context of electrical safety audits, this approach can be risky and often results in subpar outcomes.
We frequently receive inquiries from procurement departments stating that they have received offers at just 40% of our quoted price. This raises questions, as the scope of the audit remains largely unchanged. So, why are others able to offer such low prices?
Here are some interesting observations we have made:
- Scope Manipulation: Some vendors assess the scope of work based on the number of pages or lines, leading to inferior solutions that do not meet requirements.
- Copy-Paste Tactics: Some vendors copy our scope and offer it at a significantly lower price. We have advised some clients to try these vendors, and the results were telling. These vendors often lack the expertise to conduct proper tests and merely add superficial comments to their reports.
- Lack of Qualified Personnel: Some audit firms do not have electrical engineers on their team. It is worthwhile to inquire about the qualifications of field engineers and auditors.
- Irregular Audits: Some audits are conducted once every 2-3 years, during which significant changes may occur. These vendors do not prioritize repeat business, leaving the responsibility of their selection to the concerned engineer or procurement manager.
In summary, obtaining a high-quality electrical safety audit at a very low cost is challenging, if not impossible.
Why Sustenergy Offers Value-Added Services for Electrical Safety
When we introduced thermography to the Indian market, it was a unique offering. Our team has captured and analyzed hundreds of thousands of images since then. We ensure continual improvement in our audit quality through significant investment in training and development. At Sustenergy, we have a three-tier evaluation and analysis process to ensure high-quality electrical safety audits:
- Level 1: Field audits and data capturing are led by Deputy/Assistant Manager-level engineers with B.Tech/M.Tech qualifications and extensive experience in conducting audits across various sectors. Accurate data capturing is crucial as it determines what needs to be tested and recorded.
- Level 2: Senior Manager/Head Engineering-level evaluation and analysis strengthen audit findings and bridge any gaps. Experts with PhDs in electrical engineering or experienced auditors add significant value to each audit, ensuring its robustness.
- Level 3: Director-level reviews ensure value addition to every audit. If necessary, revisits are suggested to enhance the quality of the electrical safety audits.
The Critical Nature of Electrical Safety Audits
Yes, electrical safety audits are essential and should not be conducted merely to meet regulatory requirements. Many installations in India suffer from ad-hoc additions and improper maintenance management. They require proper support and advice to continually improve their performance. We believe in continual improvement rather than revolutionary changes. Our clients benefit from strong connections with our expert engineers, ensuring safety and reliability while striving to reduce energy consumption and costs.
Can We Reduce Energy Consumption?
Absolutely! A well-maintained electrical installation is free from energy wastage. We have successfully guided many clients to achieve a 7-10% reduction in energy costs over the years, earning them numerous awards and accolades. We offer customized solutions to enhance your safety, reliability, and efficiency at an affordable cost, ensuring continual improvement.
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