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Blog White Papers
2026.06.02

Lifecycle complexity: why managing equipment beyond acquisition is becoming a strategic challenge and what it means for OEMs and their distribution partners

In our previous article, we explored how capital tied-up is constraining growth for European businesses and why ownership decisions are becoming harder to justify in a fast-changing environment. But equipment strategy is not only being reshaped by financial pressures.   A second, equally significant shift is underway: the increasing complexity of managing equipment beyond acquisition. We tend to think of equipment decisions […]
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Blog White Papers
2026.05.26

Capital lock‑up: when equipment ownership holds back growth – and what it means for OEMs and their distribution partners 

Equipment is still widely treated as an investment – but for many businesses, it has become a source of capital lock‑up. That is exactly what our European Business Equipment Outlook 2026 reveals. Based on insights from more than 1,000 decision‑makers across 11 European countries, the report shows that for most businesses, capital locked into physical […]
Blog Construction White Papers
2025.05.13

Transforming Business Technology: The Circular Economy Advantage   

BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions is committed to unlocking the transition towards a circular economy. We’re collaborating with partners and clients to develop innovative solutions that maximise efficiency, minimise waste, and enable sustainable growth.  A prime example is our strategic Joint Venture, BNP Paribas 3 Step IT, delivering a comprehensive solution that covers the entire technology […]
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Blog Construction White Papers
2025.05.06

Building a Circular Future in the Construction Industry  

As the global population continues to expand, the construction industry plays a crucial role in meeting the rising demand for housing, infrastructure, and commercial spaces. However, this growth comes with significant challenges, including labor shortages, increasing material costs, and supply chain disruptions. At the same time, sustainability is becoming an urgent concern, as the construction […]
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Blog Healthcare White Papers
2025.04.29

A Challenging Healthcare Landscape 

The healthcare landscape is undergoing a significant transformation, driven by the need to innovate in the face of mounting challenges. An aging population, a critical shortage of healthcare workers, and persistent budgetary constraints are forcing the sector to seek novel solutions. Amidst this pressure, circular service models, particularly Product-as-a-Service (PaaS), are emerging as powerful drivers […]
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Blog Green tech White Papers
2025.04.29

Technology alone can’t make the grass greener – how PaaS can unlock green investment

This article first appeared on ‘Envirotec’ here Businesses across Europe are facing mounting pressure to invest in more eco-friendly practices, but high upfront costs and operational challenges stand in the way. Neil Pein, CEO at BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions, explains how embracing Product-as-a-Service (PaaS) models can improve accessibility to green technology, support the circular economy and […]
Blog Green tech White Papers
2025.04.15

Can Product-as-a-Service models support the adoption of green technologies? 

As businesses and governments around the world grapple with the realities of climate change, the adoption of green technologies has become a critical priority. From renewable energy solutions to sustainable mobility, these technologies offer viable paths toward achieving net-zero goals. However, a significant challenge lies in the financial and operational barriers to adopting these solutions […]
How Product-as-a-Service is reshaping IT sustainability
Blog Green tech White Papers
2025.04.09

How Product-as-a-Service is reshaping IT sustainability

This article first appeared on ‘Sustainability News’ here With second-hand marketplaces rising and sustainability regulations tightening, businesses are rethinking their approach to technology procurement. Neil Pein, CEO of BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions, explores how Product-as-a-Service (PaaS) offers a long-term solution to e-waste, affordability, and global shortages – bringing in a new era of circular IT […]
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Blog Sustainability Transportation White Papers
2025.04.01

Could PaaS be the cure for empty shelf syndrome in modern farming? 

This article first appeared on ‘Supply Chain Strategy’ here Neil Pein, CEO at BNP Paribas Leasing Solutions explains why Europe’s farmers have been dealt a tricky hand, battling economic pressures, population growth, climate change, and rising sustainability demands. He argues that embracing Product-as-a-Service (PaaS) models can democratise access to cutting-edge technology with financial flexibility, paving […]