Managing staff changes is a constant for modern organisations. New starters need fast, seamless access to the right devices, employees with role changes need new tech to keep up, and leavers must be offboarded securely to protect company data. A Device as a Service (DaaS) model helps organisations handle these transitions smoothly, efficiently, and without unnecessary cost.
Joiners are new hires who need devices quickly so they can start working without delay.
Leavers are departing employees whose devices must be returned, securely wiped, and prepared for reuse.
These processes directly affect data security, work culture, operational efficiency, and IT workload. When handled poorly, they create risk, cost, and frustration.
Why do these processes often go wrong?
Many organisations struggle with joiner‑and‑leaver workflows because they involve multiple teams, manual steps, and tight timelines. Common issues include:
Devices not ready on day one
Delays in retrieving equipment from leavers
Incomplete or inconsistent data wiping
Lost or untracked devices
Unnecessary purchases due to poor reuse
Extra complexity for hybrid or remote workers
A structured, scalable approach is essential, and that’s where DaaS makes a difference.
How does DaaS streamline joiners and leavers?
Effortless onboarding: New starters receive ready‑to‑use devices, pre‑configured for their role on day one.
Secure offboarding: Devices from leavers are collected, data‑wiped, and processed with audit-ready reports.
Flexible allocation: Devices can be reassigned or repurposed as teams change, reducing waste.
Cost‑effective: Organisations avoid unnecessary hardware by reusing existing assets.
Time‑efficient: IT teams are available to support the company rather than manual setups and decommissioning.
Agile and responsive: Workforce changes are handled quickly and consistently with ease.
Designed for hybrid and remote teams: Home delivery and remote pickup support distributed workforces, with full asset visibility available.
It means fully managed device provisioning and recovery. Devices are delivered to new employees and collected from departing ones, with secure handling throughout.
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