AVaaS – A Budgeted Operational Expense
Recently, PCD released a solution to our clients’ common AV issues by introducing AV as a Service (AVaaS). AVaaS provides options for customers to pay for audio visual equipment and services monthly, without a large cash payment up front. Customers can opt in to an AVaaS contract for a recurring fee and receive the flexibility to add or remove services or equipment after an initial contract term is completed and as their AV needs fluctuate through the years.
Operating Expense Versus Capital Expense
AVaaS allows filling audio / video needs through an operational budget rather than a capital expense. With this approach, the system will be maintained within a known budget even beyond the manufacturers’ warranty.
AVaaS Means No Capital Cash Outlay
Until now, Audio Visual systems were typically Capital Expenses with large upfront investments. Participating in AVaaS permits organizations to have their AV needs satisfied through recurring monthly operating expenses rather than one-time capital expenses. These recurring expenses are easier to work into an annual budget and are beneficial because you do not end up with old and outdated equipment at the end of the equipment life cycle. Relying on outdated equipment is the prime frustration of our clients – a problem that disappears with the AVaaS program.
At the end of the initial agreement, your equipment can be refreshed with the latest technology and can continue as a budgeted monthly expense.
The AVaaS Business Model
The AVaaS model provides a working AV system that is regularly maintained and allows flexibility to swap or upgrade equipment as AV technologies continue to improve. With AVaaS you can rest assured you always have the most current systems–with technology being refreshed every few years under the term of your AVaaS contract, and PCD available as your on-call support system, you will never have to worry about an AV system that falls behind.
Why You Should Pay Monthly for AV
AVaaS provides up-to-date AV equipment, and keeps it functional with regular audits. When your technology needs updating, usually around year three or five, PCD will do a refresh without a major impact to your monthly spend. Every month, you can expect fixed costs for your technology and PCD’s support.
Predictable Expenses
AV technology is simultaneously getting better and less expensive. This is what makes AVaaS so attractive to customers – the ability to use the latest technology while it is relevant and updating every few years to make sure it stays that way. With monthly payments, you can make that happen without burdening your capital budgets with large expenditures. By paying monthly, you will not have to worry about which year you will need to budget large cash amounts for new AV technology purchases.
Greater Cash Flow
When you pay monthly for your technology, your cash is freed up to invest back in your business as you see fit. Many companies like to use their cash for inventory, new hires, or advertising. As technology becomes faster and continues to expand, monthly payments will ensure you are using the best AV technology to run your business and not falling behind the curve.
Stay Modern. Stay Relevant.
Whether you are running a corporate conference, school performance, city council meeting, theatrical performance, worship sermon or background music at a restaurant or winery, you expect your sound system to work each and every time.
Let PCD show you how your organization can afford the latest technology, today and every day, with AVaaS.
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