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IT hardware is a critical foundation of modern materials handling operations across the UK. From
warehouse management systems and barcode scanning to automation control and real-time tracking,
reliable IT infrastructure underpins efficiency, accuracy, and visibility throughout the supply
chain.
Gable Business Finance specialises in arranging asset finance for IT hardware used within the
materials handling sector. We help warehouses, logistics providers, manufacturers, and distribution
centres invest in the technology required to support high-volume operations without placing
unnecessary strain on cash flow.
In materials handling environments, IT hardware connects physical operations with digital control
systems. It enables goods to be tracked, inventory to be managed accurately, and automated equipment
to function reliably.
Without robust IT hardware, even the most advanced materials handling equipment cannot operate at
full efficiency. Hardware failures can result in downtime, mis-picks, stock inaccuracies, and lost
productivity.
Core functions supported by IT hardware include:
Handheld barcode scanners and mobile computers are essential tools for picking, goods-in, inventory
checks, and dispatch. Ruggedised designs are commonly used to withstand warehouse environments.
Tablets mounted on forklifts, pallet trucks, or carried by operatives provide real-time access to
warehouse systems, job instructions, and inventory data.
On-site servers and storage systems support WMS platforms, automation control software, and business
applications, particularly in facilities with limited cloud connectivity.
Wi-Fi access points, switches, and cabling ensure consistent connectivity across warehouses, yards,
and distribution centres, supporting mobile devices and automated systems.
Programmable logic controllers (PLCs), control panels, and industrial PCs are used to manage conveyors,
sorters, AGVs, and robotics.
As supply chains become faster and more complex, UK materials handling businesses rely on IT hardware
to maintain control and accuracy.
Key drivers for investment include:
Modern IT hardware enables data-driven decision-making and supports scalable growth.
IT hardware investments can be substantial, particularly when upgrading entire warehouse networks or
supporting automation projects. Gable Business Finance structures funding solutions that align
repayments with operational benefits.
We arrange finance for:
Our finance solutions allow businesses to invest in reliable technology while preserving working
capital.
Hire purchase allows businesses to spread the cost of IT hardware over a fixed term while working
towards ownership. This is often used for servers, networking equipment, and long-life hardware.
Finance leasing provides access to IT hardware without tying up capital. It is well suited to
businesses planning future upgrades or expansions.
Operating leases are commonly used for technology with shorter refresh cycles, allowing equipment to
be replaced at the end of the term.
Existing IT hardware can be refinanced to release capital for further investment in automation or
infrastructure upgrades.
Many warehouse automation projects rely heavily on supporting IT infrastructure. Gable Business
Finance structures funding that covers both physical automation equipment and the IT hardware that
controls it.
This can include:
Gable arranged finance for a full warehouse IT refresh, including scanners, tablets, and network
infrastructure, supporting increased order volumes.
A finance lease enabled investment in server upgrades and mobile picking devices to support rapid
order processing.
IT hardware finance supported integration between production systems and warehouse automation,
improving material flow.
Gable Business Finance understands the role IT hardware plays in materials handling operations. We
work with specialist lenders who are comfortable funding both hard and soft assets used in warehouse
and logistics environments.
Our team manages the entire process, ensuring IT investments are funded efficiently and responsibly.
If your materials handling business is planning to invest in IT hardware, Gable Business Finance can
help structure a funding solution that supports your operational goals.
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