What is DaaS? 

Device as a Service (DaaS) is a resourcing model allowing schools to lease learning devices for the duration of 3-years.

The DaaS model provides schools with the capability to replace learning devices within a strategic lifecycle to support contemporary pedagogies and minimise interruptions to student learning through the bulk deployment of and removal of devices. 

System Learning, Device & End User Services (DEUS) and Finance and Administration (FAS) have worked closely with our suppliers Computers Now Pty Ltd (CompNow), ASI Solutions (ASI) and De Lage Landen Pty Limited (DLL) to provide the most appropriate devices and cost-effective leasing arrangements.

Schools will need to consider this program in light of:

• the learning context and needs now and for the future

• the current device lifecycle report for their school

• the budget and other financial commitments

Benefits of DaaS

• lease as opposed to purchasing outright to help schools manage cashflow

• onsite support when devices are deployed with custom configurations

• support with the recycling of and retiring of devices

• specific catering to changing curricular needs

• there are a variety of CSPD approved devices

Head to the DaaS Oscar Page for more information

1.1 Familiarise - View supporting materials and FAQs on this OSCAR page to understand the purpose of DaaS, devices available for leasing and an overview of the workflow

1.2 Begin the process by Requesting a Needs Assessment via the  DaaS Needs Assessment - Google Form . The purpose of this form is to notify system learning of a new DaaS request, provide an indication of the devices to be leased and share a preference date / time for the DaaS Needs Assessment meeting

1.3 DaaS Needs Assessment Meeting and Order via Supplier Portal - This will be  held at the school and will involve school leadership and Clare or Rachael from the Digital Learning Team. This meeting will provide schools with an opportunity to discuss the following considerations

• • Pedagogical (Technology to enable learning)

  • Staff capabilities (Professional Learning, strategies and resources)

  • Any other school identified topics that may impact the integration of learning technologies

  • Logistical needs specific to each school

  • Order placed in supplier portal

  • Record of DaaS Needs Assessment stored

1.4 Inform Finance - At the conclusion of the Needs Assessment, Clare or Rachael will notify Finance of the new DaaS order placed in the suppliers portal via finance@parra.catholic.edu.au

Once CSPD Finance approves the DaaS order, the supplier prepare for order and advise leasing company (DLL) to draw up a Lease Schedule to be forwarded to CSPD Finance for digital sgin-off.

When the devices are delivered the IT Trainee with the DEUS team will configure and deploy newly leased devices 

School's to scan and sign delivery docket and forward to finance@parra.catholic.edu.au.  Once received Finance to sign off Certificate of Acceptance and Installation via docu-sign.

Liaise with DEUS for on-site support for deployment of devices into the relevant learning spaces as stated in the DaaS Needs Assessment.

All Warranty calls to be directed through the DaaS portals.

• School to email supplier with Notice of Intention of returning devices 90 days prior to expiry of lease;

• Supplier generates list of devices to be returned and progress to

• Step 1 above 3 months prior to lease expiring.