Is it always circular to turn a product into a service?

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Even when goods are sold as rental or subscription services to extend their lifespan, other factors still matter in determining whether they're circular

As more companies begin to explore alternatives to the linear "sell it and forget it" business model, Product as a Service (PaaS) is gaining traction. One of the five core business models to enable...

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