When Spark realised that over half its laptop fleet was well past its lifecycle, the company faced a familiar challenge for large organisations — how to modernise thousands of devices efficiently, affordably, and sustainably.
Traditionally, the process of replacing aged technology had been complex and time-consuming. Procurement cycles were long, data disposal was a headache, and the capital cost of new equipment often competed with other business priorities. For Spark, managing this internally meant fluctuating budgets, ballooning costs in some years, and deferred refreshes in others.
That all changed when Spark partnered with Quadrent.
Upgrading such a large fleet through traditional capital expenditure (CAPEX) would have meant fluctuating budgets and deferred projects. One year might demand $500,000, the next $2 million — a budgeting headache for any finance leader.
“Leasing made more sense for us. It gave us cost certainty — we knew exactly what our monthly costs would be.”
By shifting to an operating lease (OPEX) model with Quadrent, Spark achieved stable, predictable technology costs and a guaranteed refresh cycle. Instead of competing with other business priorities for CAPEX funding, Spark now invests consistently in keeping its workforce equipped with modern, compatible devices.
Quadrent’s buyback and leaseback process made the transition simple. The team purchased Spark’s aged fleet, enabling an immediate shift to leasing without the need to phase upgrades over years.
“Quadrent made it really easy for us — from the commercial negotiation to the rollout itself. What was once a painful, time-consuming process became seamless and straightforward.”
From secure data erasure to collection logistics, every stage was handled efficiently, with regular engagement and full data-cleansing certification.
For Spark, working with Quadrent wasn’t just about financial flexibility — it was about shared values. Through the Quadrent Green Lease, Spark ensured that its ex-lease devices were refurbished and donated to students who otherwise lacked access to technology.
“It’s not just about cost — it’s about ensuring our devices get a second life in the community and benefit others beyond our office.”
By partnering with Quadrent, Spark turned a complex technology upgrade into a streamlined, predictable, and purpose-driven process.
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