The Indian laptop leasing market is undergoing a transformative shift,
marked by ever increasing demand by professionals & Gen-Z, changing
workplace dynamics like co-working spaces, startups eco-system, growth in MSME
sector, and a strategic focus on cost-effective IT solutions. India’s youth,
which is 40% of country’s population, is expected to drive this revolution
further.
Globally, laptops and desktop market has long been a well-established
industry.
In India, this trend is catching on swiftly, with companies recognizing
the operational and financial advantages of leasing over outright purchase.
C-Prompt Solutions, an emerging leader in the laptop and desktop
leasing market in India is capitalizing on this momentum. By maintaining ready
inventory and delivering flexible deployment options, C-Prompt Solutions
addresses the immediate and evolving needs of startups, MSMEs, large
enterprises, educational institutions – irrespective of small or large
installations, and also individuals. The C-Prompt Solutions co-founder,
KK Baldwa, believes that India is uniquely positioned to emerge as a dominant
force in global IT leasing, particularly laptops and desktops, besides other IT
solutions, as the country is witnessing a dynamic transformation in
digitalization.
“In today’s rapidly evolving digital landscape, India’s transformation
into the world’s fourth-largest economy is backed by a booming tech ecosystem.
I am also confident that India’s laptop leasing market is expanding rapidly and
would surpass all projections,” says Baldwa.
“We are living in a country that has 40% youth population, over 63
million MSMEs - contributing about 30% of GDP, world’s 3rd largest
start-up eco-system with more than 160,000 ventures—including 120 unicorns. The
demand for agile IT infrastructure is already high. I firmly believe that
Gen-Z, MSMEs and startup ecosystem would drive leasing of laptop and IT
infrastructure market in India. The leasing offer businesses an edge by
reducing capital expenditure, accounting for minimum liabilities, and boosting
operational efficiency.”
The advantages of leasing are numerous. Beyond reducing upfront costs,
it allows organizations to stay technologically current, better manage assets,
and access responsive support services.
According to Baldwa, “Why commit to buying laptops when leasing offers
flexibility, scalability, and efficiency? Post-COVID, spending patterns have
shifted—cost-efficiencies and savings are now among top priorities. Leasing
delivers both, without compromising on technology or service.”
Globally, the laptop leasing market alone was valued at approximately
USD 151.1 billion in 2024 and is forecasted to reach USD 200.7 billion by 2033
- growing at a CAGR of 3.07%. Drivers of this growth include the rise of remote
work, online education, and increasing awareness of sustainable practices. The
United States and Europe continue to dominate the sector, with strong corporate
adoption and support for circular economy principles.
However, the path is not without challenges. Rapid technological
advancements require companies to frequently upgrade their inventory, while
managing logistics, maintenance, and product lifecycle efficiently.
Additionally, competition from OEMs and online rental platforms is
intensifying, putting pressure on margins and service differentiation.