RaaS (Robot as a Service)
A business model where robots are deployed as a subscription service instead of one-time hardware purchases
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What is RaaS?
RaaS is a model where organizations subscribe to robotic capability rather than buying robots as fixed assets. Contracts often bundle hardware, software updates, maintenance, and operational support.
Why do companies adopt it?
The main driver is converting large upfront capital expense into operating expense. This enables faster pilots, lower entry barriers, and phased scaling once ROI is validated.
What should be checked?
Decision-making should compare uptime, downtime risk, SLA terms, and multi-year total cost of ownership (TCO), not only monthly subscription fees. Weak hardware reliability can quickly erode expected margins.
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