Leverage competitive pricing from alternatives as a powerful negotiating tactic. By showing that you are considering switching to another vendor due to a more attractive offer, you can exert pressure on SquareWorks to match or beat that price. Highlight specific competitors and their terms to strengthen your position during negotiations.
Argue for the removal of any automatic renewal clauses in the contract. This is particularly effective if budget constraints or internal approvals are required before moving forward with the agreement. Emphasize that without this change, your finance team is unlikely to approve the contract.
If there is an expected uplift in pricing, focus on negotiating its removal based on prior agreements or market comparisons. Highlight any budget constraints and express that the uplift is not acceptable under your current circumstances, using this as leverage to secure reduced rates or maintain pricing.
If your organization plans to significantly increase the number of users, use this as a negotiation tactic to demand lower per-user prices. Emphasize that the scale of your growth should be rewarded with better pricing, ensuring that future increases remain manageable.
Offer to serve as a reference or participate in a case study in exchange for favorable pricing or contract terms. This recognition can add value to SquareWorks and can often lead to discounts or more flexible terms.