Every few years we’re given the opportunity to purchase a new laptop, 100% of which is paid for upfront by Atomic. Each individual pays the company back for 75%

Every few years we’re given the opportunity to purchase a new laptop, 100% of which is paid for upfront by Atomic. Each individual pays the company back for 75% of that computer with deductions from their future profit shares. In the end, the computer belongs to you. This reminded me of the bubble I live in. At my last two jobs, I just bought whatever laptop I wanted and expensed it. It's been five years since I used a work-issued laptop; seven if you don't count macs. I am of the opinion that it's worthwhile to give developers whatever tools they want. This includes their favorite computer(s), screen(s), software, chair, etc. Considering the amount of time they spend using these things, it makes no sense to skimp on them. This stuff is a small fraction of a developer's salary, yet it does wonders for morale. Even when my workplace hasn't agreed with this policy, I've lived by it. If my work didn't pay for it, I bought it myself and brought it to work. After all, it's only a fraction of my salary, and I spend a lot of time using it.