What is hardware as a service?
Hardware as a service (HaaS) is a procurement model in which a customer rents equipment like computers, servers, and network hardware rather than buying the devices. The customer also gets comprehensive management and support of the devices. In terms of the rent vs. buy dilemma, it’s the rental version of hardware procurement.
Of course, not all HaaS providers take the same approach. Some offer bare-bones agreements, while others offer comprehensive hardware support services.
Here at Corsica Technologies, our HaaS plans cover all aspects of hardware: maintenance, upgrades, support, and device replacement.
How does hardware as a service work?
HaaS providers like Corsica Technologies work with a customer to determine their hardware needs. This is usually a mix of end-user devices (laptops, desktop computers, mobile devices, and printers) along with network devices (servers, firewalls, routers, switches, and so on). The HaaS company procures the devices, installs and configures them, maintains them, and replaces them when needed, all for one fixed monthly fee. The customer doesn’t need to engage a procurement process or spend additional money to replace devices.
As the customer’s needs change, they may renegotiate their agreement with the HaaS provider to include more devices (or fewer). A good HaaS provider should be flexible, ready to adapt to the customer’s evolving requirements.
Does Corsica Technologies offer hardware as a service?
Absolutely! Hardware as a service is one of the core pillars of our Corsica Complete service bundle. Here’s what we offer in a nutshell:
- Coverage for all types of devices (both end user devices and network hardware)
- Comprehensive services (break/fix support, preventative maintenance, major upgrades, and device replacement)
- An integrated approach to cybersecurity
- Cost savings when you bundle HaaS with other services like managed IT support, managed cybersecurity, compliance, and so on
What if we want to keep some of our devices?
No problem! Here at Corsica Technologies, our HaaS bundles are flexible. You can launch hardware as a service while keeping devices that are already working well for you.
Note: A HaaS provider should never force you to rip and replace devices that you want to keep.
Who offers customizable device-as-a-service plans with flexible upgrades?
Corsica Technologies is one of the leading device-as-a-service providers in North America. Our plans cover support and maintenance as well as upgrades and device replacement.
Are there subscription bundles that include devices and support for small teams?
Absolutely! Our Corsica Complete service bundle is designed to solve the problems that small teams face. This service package includes comprehensive managed IT support, managed cybersecurity, hardware as a service, and more.
Where can I bundle laptops, printers, and maintenance into one subscription?
Corsica Technologies offers hardware as a service (HaaS) that includes devices like laptops and printers. Our plans also include preventative maintenance, break/fix support, major upgrades, and device replacement. If you need additional services like managed IT support and cybersecurity, check out our Corsica Complete package. It includes all this and more.
Who provides subscription models for technology hardware?
Corsica Technologies is one of the leading providers of subscription plans for hardware (also known as hardware as a service or HaaS). Our flexible packages include end-user devices (laptops, desktops, mobile devices, and printers) as well as network equipment (servers, firewalls, routers, switches, and more). Contact us today to build out a subscription plan that meets your hardware needs.
What are the benefits of using hardware as a service for my midmarket organization?
Hardware as a service (HaaS) offers several key benefits for midmarket organizations.
- HaaS removes the hassle of hardware procurement, installation, maintenance, upgrades, and replacement.
- HaaS allows teams to focus on strategic activities while the provider manages hardware for one stable monthly price.
- HaaS allows midmarket organizations to treat hardware as a line item with a fixed cost rather than an unknown quantity in terms of cost and work hours consumed.
- HaaS allows midmarket companies to pivot quickly as device requirements evolve in a fast-paced environment of change.
How does hardware as a service benefit growing companies?
Growing companies may struggle to support their IT needs internally, particularly if revenue is growing but profits aren’t keeping pace. HaaS (hardware as a service) gives growing companies access to economies of scale, as the HaaS provider absorbs costs across a broad customer base. This means growing companies can cover their evolving hardware needs for one fixed monthly cost rather than playing catch-up as their teams, facilities, and operations expand.
Whether HaaS is a temporary measure or a more permanent choice, this approach empowers growing companies to control hardware costs while maintaining high flexibility to meet the changing needs of customers and internal users.
Hardware as a service vs. infrastructure as a service
Hardware as a service (HaaS) provides physical devices—such as servers, networking equipment, or desktops—on a subscription basis, reducing upfront capital costs and simplifying maintenance. Infrastructure as a Service (IaaS), on the other hand, delivers virtualized computing resources like storage, networking, and servers via the cloud, offering scalability and flexibility without managing physical hardware.
While HaaS focuses on tangible assets, IaaS emphasizes virtual infrastructure for dynamic workloads. Both models aim to shift IT expenses from capital to operational costs, but they differ in delivery and management scope.
Hardware as a service vs. hardware leasing
Hardware as a service (HaaS) offers physical devices on a subscription basis, including maintenance, upgrades, and replacement, making it a managed service model. Hardware leasing, by contrast, is a financial arrangement where businesses rent equipment for a fixed term but remain responsible for upkeep and support. HaaS emphasizes convenience and ongoing service, while leasing focuses on cost-spreading and does not provide operational management. Both reduce upfront costs, but HaaS delivers more hands-off value to the customer.
