The BDR has included the following items in their Characteristics that Shape Member’s Supplier Diversity Initiatives and Challenges Facing the Supplier Diversity Program sections of it’s website

• Increasing support of Tier 1 suppliers in Tier 2 purchasing activities through focused relationship-building activities
• In Tech Services, which is our largest area of spend, all Tier 1 contracts have a 25% diverse supplier utilization clause.  Even small business suppliers which are generally exempt, have a 15% diverse supplier utilization clause.
• Requiring all large prime suppliers to become national members of NMSDC and WBENC to ensure the Tier 1 suppliers we do business with foster the same beliefs as we do
• Expansion of Second Tier program

Further, the National Minority Supplier Development Council (NMSDC) formed a task force as far back as 1998 titled, SECOND TIER: MAXIMIZING OPPORTUNITIES FOR MINORITY-OWNED BUSINESSES, chaired by Phyllis McCarley, manager of supplier diversity at IBM with a purpose  to maximize opportunities for MBEs to participate as suppliers of products and services to the Customer.  This task force was initiated by then President of the NMSDC, Harriet R. Michel and included members from The Pepsi-Cola Company, Amoco Corporation, Raytheon Services Company, Ford Motor Company, GTE Corporation and UNISYS Corporation.

We are aware that as a small business it is very difficult to become a First Tier supplier to large businesses and that is why we have researched and discovered that many large corporations recognize this and have written policies for encouraging and tracking Second Tier supplier figures as a way to increase opportunities for MBE’s and WBE’s that do not meet the standards to be First Tier suppliers.  Below is a very brief list of the many corporations with written Second Tier programs:

• Amoco Corporation
• Citigroup
• Entergy
• First Energy
• Ford Motor Company
• Intel
• Johnson Controls
• Johnson & Johnson
• Key Bank
• The Nielson Company
• Pepco Holdings Company
• The Pepsi Cola Company
• Ratheon Services Company
• US Cellular
• Walmart

EWC  works in a strategic alliance with largest most successful waste consulting company in the North America, because they have the proven expertise and resources to provide value and savings to the largest of corporate clients.  We are a member of a nationwide network of certified solid waste management consultants that have  helped comercial and industrial businesses save up to 45% on the waste and recycling costs since 1994.  This network gives EWC the breadth of reach to visit and perform audits at facilities anywhere in North America applying local knowledge to all analysis of virtually all client locations.

Our partner and certified affiliates have performed waste management consulting services for commercial and industrial clients across North America, over 19,000 client locations, including several members of the BDR, substantially reducing expenses and solving problems.  In fact, EWS has worked with at least two current members of the BDR, Johnson Controls and The Kroger Company.

Harrahs

“Thank you for the bottom-line savings your firm provided to the Casino, along with the support provided us here through our growth spurt. You have made yourselves available to tackle all issues with regard to our services and stayed on top of our needs; allowing my staff and me to stay focused.”

Mike Follenweider, Facilities Manager, Harrah’s Joliet Casino Hotel

New Balance

“Your inside knowledge of the industry, alternative approaches and available technology alternatives saved us time and money.”

Richard Shanler, Manager of Facilities

1. Review your current operations

Your waste services vendor will be thoroughly analyzed by our consultants to provide an in-depth understanding of how your solid waste and recyclables are being managed.

2. Identification of your opportunities

We’ll increase opportunities for savings by locating the areas in which we can make the most substantial impact on your bottom line. You’ll increase your efficiency and reduce your costs as we meticulously apply knowledge of latest technologies, transportation systems, disposal alternatives, commodity prices and information from our national network of affiliates to your operations.

3. Detailed Recommendations

You’ll receive comprehensive and easy-to-implement recommendations for the most cost effective improvements currently available.

4. An analysis of expected savings

You’ll receive a financial impact statement detailing the expected results and exactly how much money you will save.

5. Approval presentation

Your approval is a critical step in our consulting process. We are dedicated to working with you as a partner in developing a plan that works for your specific needs.

6. Implementation of the plan

We ensure that your expected savings are being achieved. For the entire length our your agreement we monitor the operations of your agreed-upon solid waste management system and ensure that our standards are maintained by immediately correcting any errors or overcharges.

7. Monthly reporting

See how much money you saved each month with our detailed reporting system showing the actual results of your new waste management system.

Here’s what clients have said about EWS:

Winn Dixie

“Considering the scope of our company, (900+ locations) one can only imagine the significant costs incurred with waste disposal for all of our sites including retail stores, distribution centers and manufacturing plants. They (EWS) have delivered on the promised level of savings and we look forward to even greater savings in the future. I would not hesitate to recommend EWS to any company looking to significantly reduce costs associated with waste disposal”

Scott Smith, Sourcing Manager
Winn Dixie

Coca Cola®

“Engaging EWS to reduce our waste disposal and recycling expenses at our Coca-Cola facilities has certainly been a win-win experience. Your detailed understanding of our various waste streams and recyclables coupled with your expertise on issues such as transportation and labor costs have enabled us to save thousands of dollars in this important expense area.”

Cliff Blakemore, Shipping & Warehouse Manager
Coca Cola

American Airlines

“We clearly need all of the cost savings measures you have implemented on our behalf, and we couldn’t have done it without your expert touch and inside understanding of the waste disposal and collection industry. These savings will go a long way to help us improve our financial performance in 2004 and beyond.”

David Korn, Director Corporate Environmental
American Airlines

McDonald’s Corporation

“After extensive research from our McDonald’s Restaurant Execution and Facilities and Systems Departments, including in-depth reference checks, on-site visits and various financial analyses, EWS has been selected as a new McDonald’s national vendor for waste services to drive costs out of our U.S. Owner/Operator Organizations.”

Eddy Wright, McDonald’s Facilities & Systems
MacDonalds

Wendy’s

“Not only did you substantially reduce our costs at these facilities but in addition uncovered a past overpayment and secured a sizable refund for us as well. I would highly recommend your consulting firm to any business that is looking for an immediate way to reduce their solid waste expenses.”

Tad Dolbier, Vice President
Wendy’s

Denny’s

“They were meticulous in collecting the necessary invoices, contracts, and survey data during their initial study of our restaurant portfolio. We found their recommendations practical and durable and after our approval they promptly implemented the changes. As aresult we are now saving over 25% from our previous solid waste expense and will have additional savings this coming year.”

Kevin J. LaBree, VP Realty Resources Hospitality, LLC
Denny’s

Dave & Busters

“Since beginning our relationship with EWS, we have discovered there are many areas of saving opportunities we never realized before. We are satisfied with the results we have seen and expect to see going forward. There was never enough time for me to try and achieve the savings that EWS has produced for us. Your staff is always eager to see that our needs are addressed and resolved. ”

Cari Chancelor, Director of Store Support, Dave & Busters
D&B

MARSH Supermarkets

“EWS worked diligently and professionally and did not require extensive time from our staff. Their specialized knowledge and insight of the waste industry and their ability to find and implement effective solutions gave us advantages that we would not have accomplished on our own.”

Terry Husen, Vice President-Incentives
Marsh

Harrahs

“Thank you for the bottom-line savings your firm provided to the Casino, along with the support provided us here through our growth spurt. You have made yourselves available to tackle all issues with regard to our services and stayed on top of our needs; allowing my staff and me to stay focused.”

Mike Follenweider, Facilities Manager, Harrah’s Joliet Casino Hotel
Harrahs

LSG Sky Chefs

“EWS uncovered money in billing errors, overcharges, and service inefficiencies that we had no way of knowing existed, much less how to correct them. Deciding to hire EWS yielded not only significant financial rewards, but also, operational efficiencies that exceeded our expectations, making EWS one of the truly successful vendor/partners who we feel contributed the most this year.”

Rex Roe, Director of Administration
LSG Sky Chefs

New Balance

“Your inside knowledge of the industry, alternative approaches and available technology alternatives saved us time and money.”

Richard Shanler, Manager of Facilities
New Balance

Harbor Freight Tools

“A matrix was developed by EWS that compared certain same size store characteristics to waste removal levels. Using this matrix, along with site visits at key locations, substantial changes in the service frequencies were implemented by EWS. Lower prices were negotiated for same locators and adjustments in container sizes were implemented at other locations. ”

Harbor Freight Tools

Ply Mart

“The decision to engage your team at EWS has given me total control over solid waste related issues and has provided me with the mechanism I have been looking for to truly “manage” all aspects of this necessary service requirement. The integrity in which EWS has implemented this project has been above reproach. ”

Tom Mahaffey, Vice President of Purchasing, Ply Mart Inc.
Plymart

Goodwill Industries

“Last year I authorized EWS to perform a cost reduction audit for my company. Given the large volume of donations that we receive and our complex waste streams, waste disposal is a significant and ongoing expense for us. You found numerous inefficiencies and overcharges, thus saving us a substantial amount of money. Thank you for delivering what you promised. I recommend your service to Goodwill organizations and to other businesses who wish to save both money and time.”

Jan King, Vice President of Operations
Goodwill Industries

Riesbeck’s Food Markets, Inc.

“When I turned over the information on our waste and recycling services I wasn’t sure what to expect. I did learn that some of the local vendors that were telling me I was getting the best deal/rates was not true. I also learned that EWS digs into past history and looks at any overcharges and understands the governing regulations within my area. ”

Dave Orr, Director of Operations
Riesbeck’s Food Markets, Inc.

Universal Pool Company

“EWS has worked many long months, dealing with 11 different waste haulers and a multitude of issues. I especially liked the part where I did not have to pay until you proved to me you could finish the work.”

Ted Chapman, Vice President
Universal Pool Company

Wabco Transit Division

“We are now enjoying substantial savings in our waste disposal expenses – and substantially improved recovery and revenues for our scrap-recycling program. Your local affiliate has made himself available at a moments notice and has given me an extension of our own internal resources. It is with pleasure and enthusiasm that I recommend your firm to other industrial and manufacturing concerns looking to tackle these issues and achieve results.”

Julie Reimer, EHS Manager / Human Resources
Wabco Transportation

Johnson Controls

“Making the decision to hire EWS was a simple one. If you could save us money on our waste and recycling expenses, we would share it. If you could not, we didn’t owe you anything. Not only did you substantially reduce our expenses…when we needed help on other waste related issues you’ve been available to promptly serve us. I would highly recommend EWS.”

Dan Tyler, Account Manager
Johnson Controls

RGT Management, Inc.

(Taco Bell, KFC and Pizza Hut)

“Working in a risk free manner with EWS has allowed us to save thousands of dollars per year. We would not have know about the service inefficiencies and options to save money with waste and recycling without their help and professionalism. I highly recommend EWS to all businesses that are interested in establishing greater profits.”

Mr. Peter Allen, Director of Operations Services
RGT Management, Inc

Strategic Restaurants

(Burger King)

“Prior to engaging EWS we were utilizing the services of a National Service Provider. We believed our services were being managed effectively and our costs were in line with the industry standard. Strategic Restaurants was pleasantly surprised at the results produced by EWS. They found and implemented cost reduction solutions and efficiencies we were not realizing and were very thorough in their conducting research, negotiations of favorable pricing, and overall management of our waste and recycling services. We have been impressed and obviously pleased with the services provided to us by EWS.”

Steven Grossman, CFO
Strategic Restaurants – Burger King

SRM Simmonds Restaurant Management, Inc.

(Burger King)

“Your waste/recycling audit was detailed and accurate. We’re very pleased with the savings that EWS found (30% company-wide). As promised, EWS continues to scrutinize our trash and recycling invoices. Your company had been very successful in helping other Burger King franchises, and we liked your guaranteed no savings = no fee approach.”

Dale Rozmiarek, Controller
SRM Simmonds Restaurant Management, Inc. – Burger King

Client List

EWS has found significant savings for over 16,000 client locations throughout North America. Below is a cross-sampling of a few of those clients from our broad client list:

Do you have a sneaking feeling you are paying too much or waste disposal and recycling services but find it difficult to divert your attention or staff from your core business activities to take a truly detailed look at the issue?

Wouldn’t it be great to have an unbiased extra set of eyes take a look at your situation, perform a detailed analysis on every aspect of your waste disposal and recycling, make recommendations, implement and monitor the changes monthly all at no upfront cost?

If you aswered yes to either question and your organization spends more than $8,000 monthly on waste and recycling services, we should talk.  On average businesses implementing recommendations based on our 30-step proprietary method cut their waste spend by between 25% and 45%.  Even businesses that have established recycling and sustainability programs in place have realized meaningful savings.

Our fee is performance-contingent.  We are paid only once savings have been realized, documented and quantified.  This gain-share payment model means there is no requirement to budget for our services.  Our services are guaranteed, if we uncover less than 10% savings you under no obligation to work with us.  We invest all of the time and resources to find your savings while taking all of the risk.  You have virtually nothing to lose.

We are based in the mid-Atlantic, with a satellite office in the New York metro area.  However, as a member of a nationwide network of more than 500 certified solid waste management consultants, we have the reach of a truly international organization.  This gives us the ability to provide on-site attention in facilities virtually anywhere in North America.  In fact, members of our network have served clients in more than 19,000 locations since 1994.

The best part is all of this requires almost no time commitment from you.  So, why not take one item off your busy plate, focus your attention on your core business and let us add some serious coin back onto your bottom line?

Enter your contact information on the Request Info tab on this website and a consultant will contact you to arrange a meeting to discuss your waste and recycling situation and how we can cut your costs or simply give us a call.

Press Quotes

“Waste auditors… can show generators how to maximize the value of their trash and keep a closer watch on how much they’re putting out. Waste auditors can play a valuable role in the process (of managing waste at its beginning stages).”

- Waste News Editorial

“With the help of waste auditing companies, businesses are cutting bottom-line collection costs by as much as 30 to 50 percent. Implementing waste audits is the most important thing a company can do to just get started.”

- World Waste – Dana Leisten