Section Should You Buy or Lease a Robot Cell? Published: Date Published on Zhilianhai
Compare the models Model Fits when Watch Purchase Stable process, long use Capital tied up, technical obsolescence Finance lease Predictable need, cash sensitive Total cost over the term Operating lease Uncertain volumes Return conditions, wear charges Pay per unit Measurable output Measurement basis and disputes
Questions that decide it Who pays for maintenance, spares and software upgrades? What happens at the end of term — return, buy out, upgrade? Can you move the equipment to another site? Is the technology likely to be superseded within the term? Information is provided for initial research. Verify specifications, pricing, policies and standards against the original source before making decisions.
