INDUSTRY INTELLIGENCE POWERED BY THE DCA can access products and prices that you can ’ t get otherwise ,” said Hayes . “ Remanufactured products are typically 10 – 30 % cheaper than OEM prices .
This means you ’ re getting the exact same product , with great testing procedures , but at a lower price .”
This is something we find within the IT industry . Many legacy systems and generations of IT equipment are available exclusively through the secondary market , which is ideal for clients looking to upgrade their existing systems ; rather than paying for an entire new system or infrastructure . Our IT equipment is available with extensive warranties , rigorous testing and is up to 80 % cheaper than OEM prices .
“ Another reason for buying remanufactured is that performance is as good as , and sometimes better than , new ,” Hayes said .
What many people don ’ t realise is that when you choose remanufactured , you can access products and prices that you can ’ t get otherwise . . . . Remanufactured products are typically 10 – 30 % cheaper than OEM prices .
“ An example of this is when features are upgraded or added during the remanufacturing process , which enhances performance and improves on the original model .”
Earlier this year , Techbuyer ’ s KTP testing proved that the performance of refurbished servers is equal to new . This means that the traditional approach of always buying new is no longer justified . The RIC shared the news on its website and supported the message on its social channels .
Remanufactured equipment also has a massive environmental benefit . “ Reusing means giving equipment another opportunity to live ,” said Hayes . “ This prevents the creation of harmful waste and ensures we get the most out of our current resources .”
This is all the more important when you consider that , according to the World Economic Forum ( WEF ), 50 million tonnes of e-waste is produced every year . This is the same weight as all commercial aircraft ever built .
Existing solutions
“ The most exciting thing about remanufactured is that there are so many quality solutions out there , whether it ’ s refrigerators , phones or cars . They are ready and waiting to be found ,” said Hayes .
The Remanufacturing Industries Council advances the entire remanufacturing industry by focusing on cross-industry challenges , the barriers of trade and success stories . Its network is home to businesses from all kinds of sectors , including construction , automation , IT , food and education . It also helps to shape policies and regulations impacting the industry . ◊
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