Match Technology Financing To The Utility of The Asset

While it is sometimes tempting to fold all costs into a five or seven year financing, in order to achieve a budget or cash flow objective, it is important to reflect on the various nature of different costs inherent in a broadcast systems integration project. For instance it may make sense to finance an HD transmitter for 10 years, a console for 7 years, station automation technology for 5 years and software for 3 years. You may also want to include all systems integration costs such as delivery, labor, installation, warranty and services. But try to avoid financing costs or expenses that will be repeated during the financing period. Match your financing to the utility of your equipment, technology and systems.