Sparks Electrical News February 2021

CONTRACTORS’ CORNER

5

Planting seeds for a profitable year ahead

T here is something to be said for the New Year. Even when there are challenges on the hori- zon, even when there are problems that must be overcome, this is the time to look to the future and find opportunities that can help you build your busi- ness and your career. Even though the pandemic is still a reality, there is room for optimism. For electrical contractors, this new year is a chance to invest in solid foundations for growth by investing in a relationship that will help you expand your business and your cli- ent base. “The next few months will be defined by change,” says Carel Scheepers, General Manager: Sales at Ci- tiq Prepaid. “Changes to how the country operates within the constraints of the virus, and how busi- nesses approach their clients. This is the perfect time for electrical contractors to explore new opportunities and to work with partners that can help them make the most of these opportunities.” The Citiq Installation Club (CIC) was developed by Citiq Prepaid in 2018 as a platform to support electri- cal contractors and wholesalers, providing them with additional resources and benefits that are relevant to their businesses and their industry. With the CIC, reg- istered electrical contractors gain immediate benefits from their installation of Citiq Prepaid sub-metering solutions. “The CIC rewards contractors for their hard work and their commitment,” explains Scheepers. “They get points for every Citiq Prepaid sub-meter installed, and when they reach 20 points, they receive a cash voucher worth R500 that can be redeemed at their preferred Citiq Prepaid wholesaler. The more a con-

tractor installs, the more he or she earns. And it re- wards the wholesaler because they get the preferred business of those contractors registered on the CIC system.” Both wholesalers and retailers will need to regis- ter with the CIC to become part of the rewards pro- gramme. Fortunately, this is a quick and easy process, designed to use up as little of your free time as pos- sible. Wholesalers benefit in that they can use the CIC to build long-standing relationships with trusted elec- trical contractors, and contractors benefit because they receive financial rewards for their hard work and loyalty. “The CIC doesn’t come with fine print, unnecessary delays or extensive paperwork,” says Scheepers. “But it does come with connections, partnerships and op- portunities. Contractors that are part of the CIC are welcomed to a network of people that share the same commitment to quality, customer service, and prepaid sub-metering service delivery.” The CIC has seen steady growth over the past three years and has already had a tangible differ- ence to the lives of contractors around the country. Some of Citiq Prepaid’s top installers are members of the CIC and have benefitted immensely from the platform and the rewards programme. Pride Rugwete installed 850 meters from July to November 2020, an impressive feat and one that was supported by his relationship with Citiq Prepaid. “Citiq Prepaid sub-meters are so reliable, and the company is ethical in how they work with me and my customers,” says Rugwete. “They understand the prepaid sub-metering market and they are always on

which makes them the right choice for me and my business.”

hand to answer my questions and to help my cus- tomers register for their prepaid electricity. Their call centre is quick and efficient – we don’t sit on hold for a long time – and their products are of high quality,

Enquiries: 087 55 111 55

SPARKS ELECTRICAL NEWS

FEBRUARY 2021