April 22, 2025

d. Affordability & Financial Flexibility

  • Total cost of ownership
    • What is the initial cost?  If a hardware device is involved, what is the warranty cost?  If something breaks in the hardware, what would be the cost to fix or replace?
    • What additional accessories are to be purchased?  E.g. batteries, mounting gear, wires, USB hubs, etc.
    • Do you need to buy additional material in the future? E.g. reflective dots, bite switch covering, sip-and-puff mouthpieces, etc.
  • Financial flexibility
    • Does the product vendor provide flexibility in purchase?  E.g. are monthly or yearly subscriptions available?
  • Health insurance coverage
    • Does health insurance cover any of the costs of the solution?