This document discusses hardware considerations for lean video production. It recommends using a tablet as a presentation surface instead of an analog whiteboard, and using a webcam, camcorder, or digital camera mounted on a tripod for video recording. It stresses the importance of high-quality audio and recommends using a professional headset or earset instead of built-in microphones. It also discusses using a teleprompter to read text flipped upside down and considering lighting, background, and acoustic treatment for the studio environment.