Digital Display Leasing: Modern Messaging Without the Hefty Price Tag

Image of woman touching interactive digital display screen to illustrate the benefits of digital display leasing

Whether you manage a retail store, hotel lobby, corporate headquarters or exhibition hall, your space is competing for attention. Static posters and printed signs are fast losing ground to dynamic, interactive digital displays. But the idea of upgrading your signage can feel daunting. Between hardware costs, installation, maintenance, and the risk of technology becoming obsolete, it’s a big ask.

That’s where digital display leasing comes in. Leasing your digital signage is smarter than buying outright, and both businesses and AV vendors benefit.

Why digital displays outshine traditional signage

Many businesses are embracing digital signage for one simple reason: it works.

  • Real-time content and updates
    Change messaging instantly across your network of displays, without printing, re-installing, or logistic delays.
  • Higher engagement and stronger recall
    Digital screens attract attention through movement, colour and interactivity. This is ideal for boosting both brand visibility and customer engagement.
  • Improved customer (and employee) experience
    In retail and hospitality, they enhance decision-making and reduce perceived wait times. In corporate settings, they elevate the look and feel of a space.
  • Scalability & flexibility
    You can start with a few screens and expand later; change content per location or time of day.
  • Operational savings & analytics
    Fewer printing and labour costs, with built-in analytics or tracking, you can assess ROI more accurately.
  • Brand & perception uplift
    Digital signage signals modernity, innovation, and care for user experience.

In sectors from retail to hospitality to corporate real estate, digital signage is now viewed as an essential communication tool rather than a luxury. And it’s not just about customers anymore.

According to new research from Kinly, 44% of UK workers say they would consider leaving their job due to poor workplace aesthetics, and AV technology plays a major role in changing that perception. In fact, the report found that digital signage, smart displays, and immersive visual tools significantly contribute to employee satisfaction, pride and productivity.

In other words, great screens don’t just sell; they retain talent too. Whether in a client-facing lobby or staff breakout area, displays are now essential to a modern, desirable workspace.

What is digital display leasing?

Digital display leasing is a form of equipment financing where you pay regular, predictable instalments over a fixed term – rather than making a large up-front capital purchase.

Many leases can include hardware, installation, software, support and maintenance bundled into one monthly fee (often referred to as AV as a Service – AVaaS). This gives businesses all the benefits of cutting-edge AV tech, without the ownership headache.

Benefits of leasing digital displays (for businesses)

Here’s how leasing unlocks powerful advantages for businesses of all sizes:

  1. Lower barrier to entry & preserved cash flow
    Convert large capital expenses into manageable monthly costs, keeping your cash reserves intact.
  2. Predictable budgeting & risk mitigation
    Avoid surprise maintenance bills by including support and upgrades in the lease.
  3. Easier upgrades & future-proofing
    Leasing lets you keep pace with evolving tech, no need to stick with obsolete displays.
  4. Align payments with revenue cycles
    Flexible terms, including seasonal or deferred payment options, help match outgoings to income patterns.
  5. Expert support & less downtime
    With installation and technical support bundled in, you reduce downtime and internal pressure.
  6. Tax & accounting advantages
    Leasing may offer tax efficiencies by classifying payments as operating expenses.
  7. Sustainability & responsible disposal
    Frequent refresh cycles and end-of-life recycling built into the leasing model support greener business.
  8. Scalability & flexibility
    Easily add more screens as your business grows, without upfront hardware purchases.

Where digital display leasing makes an impact

Here are just a few environments already benefiting from leasing their digital display infrastructure:

  • Retail storefronts & in-store media
    Promote offers, guide footfall, and maximise upsells with engaging in-store visuals.
  • Corporate lobbies & reception areas
    Reinforce your brand, share internal news, or create an atmosphere that attracts and retains talent.
  • Hospitality venues
    From menus to wayfinding to ambience, signage enhances guest experience and operational flow.
  • Property & real estate
    Show live availability, pricing, or virtual tours to walk-ins.
  • Transport, education, healthcare
    Provide real-time updates, directions, and critical alerts across high-traffic or public service spaces.

AV resellers: why you should offer leasing

Leasing isn’t just a benefit for end-users, it’s a growth tool for resellers and integrators too.

Here’s what’s in it for you:

  • Close more sales, faster
    Leasing removes the biggest sales blocker: budget. You offer solutions your customers can afford today.
  • Increase average order value
    Breaking the cost into instalments makes it easier for customers to say yes to bigger, better systems.
  • Stay competitive
    Other AV providers are offering finance, don’t let them steal your business by being more flexible.
  • Lease Group makes it easy
    From instant quotes to online credit checks and documentation, we handle the finance process so you can focus on sales.
  • No financial risk to you
    You get paid upfront. The risk is carried by the funder, not your business.

Take the next step

Digital display technology no longer needs to be an all-in, risky capital bet. Leasing gives you the freedom to leverage cutting-edge signage, reduce risk, maintain flexibility, and preserve cash flow, whether you’re upgrading your own space or helping clients modernise theirs.

If you’re ready to explore how leasing can work for your business, or you’re an AV reseller ready to boost sales by offering finance, get in touch today.

Let’s bring your spaces to life – without the hefty price tag.