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Hire a scanning service vs. buy a scanner
Owning a scanner makes sense when you scan every week and have someone to run it. For most firms, hiring is cheaper and faster to start.
| Hire Makan | Buy and run in-house | |
|---|---|---|
| Upfront cost | None | Scanner, software, training |
| Ongoing cost | Per project | Subscriptions, staff time, upgrades |
| Quality from day one | Experienced team | Learning curve |
| Availability | Book in advance | Whenever you want |
| Best when | A few projects a month or fewer | Several scans every week |
Our view
Which should you choose?
If you scan less than a few times a month, hiring a service costs less and gives you consistent results. Talk to us if you are weighing up the two.
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