Hardware as a Service: A Guide for Small Businesses 2024
by Jon Lober | NOC Technology
What is Hardware as a Service?
Plain and simple, hardware as a service (or HaaS) is a business technology lease. So why should a business like yours consider it? Keep reading!
Examples of Hardware as a Service
While HaaS contracts vary substantially depending on the needs of the business and the capabilities of the provider, businesses may look for leases on laptop and desktop computers, software licenses, servers, VoIP phone systems, and networks printers. As with other types of leases, a benefit of leasing your technology is that someone else is responsible for upkeep and repairs.
Hardware as a Service (HaaS) explained by an IT company for real (not techhie) people
Office technology can enhance or hinder productivity. When properly maintained, the right tech enables a small business to punch far above its weight class, while outdated or inadequate hardware or software can tie an arm behind its back.
Hardware as a service is strengthening many small businesses, but it may not make sense for everyone. As a HaaS provider, we want to walk you through the factors you should consider before moving forward with a contract.
HaaS Decision Guide: 2024
In simple terms, hardware as a service (or HaaS) is a business technology lease in which a tech provider supplies the client business with the IT hardware and associated maintenance they need to operate. The contracts may be offered by a specialized provider as a standalone service or by a managed service provider (MSP) that bundles the lease with a variety of other IT services: internet, cybersecurity, software, helpdesk support, VoIP, and more.
Although the HaaS model makes great sense for many businesses, it may not always be the best solution for everyone. Here are a few key factors that businesses should consider in 2024 as they weigh the advantages and disadvantages of leasing versus buying laptops, desktops, VoIP phones, servers, printers and more.
Buy | Lease (HaaS) | |
---|---|---|
Business Size | Fewer than five employees. | More than five employees. |
Access to Capital | Abundant. | Limited. |
Average Age of Current Tech | Less than two years. | Two years or older. |
In-house IT Support | Robust internal team. | None or overextended internal team. |
Accounting Preferences | Capital expenses. | Operational expenses. |
Management Style | Hands-on. Maximum control. | Focus on strengths. |
Extent of Tech Needed | Fewer than ten devices. | Ten or more devices. |
If you are ready for some hard numbers on what it might cost to implement in your business, request a quote with NOC! We are an experienced full-service MSP that offers HaaS and other managed IT services in St. Louis, throughout Missouri, and the entire Midwest.

