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Businesses of all sizes rent office technology. Small and home-based businesses often have budgetary concerns that rentals can help them address. Larger businesses may wish to avoid buying hardware and then being stuck with surplus equipment. Non-profit organizations may also rent so they can reduce the initial cost of acquiring new equipment.
There are many reasons why businesses choose to rent instead of purchasing, but the main reason is to fill their “technology gaps”. Companies that hire staff on a seasonal or project basis may want to rent equipment instead of buying so they can return it when the project ends. Organizations conducting short-term research may want laptops or other portable computing equipment for their research teams. Occasional business travelers with a desktop computer in their office may rent a laptop for the few times they venture out of town.
Another type of technology gap occurs with equipment that has limited and very specific purposes. For example, most businesses do not need their own video wall or large-size plasma screen, but they may want a large display for a conference. By renting, they can get the specialized equipment they need without having to buy it.
In closing, the main reasons to rent is lower company cost, less e-waste, and less hassle for your company in the long run.