Why Refurbished?

Today’s datacenter manager, must balance a wide range of priorities: operational efficiency, budget constraints, technological updates, and sustainability goals. Too often, they can overlook the benefits of integrating used/refurbished IT equipment into procurement strategies instead of purchasing new equipment directly from OEMs.

Purchasing new IT equipment can come with advantages, and offers the latest technology and full warranties but it can also come with high costs, long delivery times, and rapid depreciation in value. By contrast, used or refurbished equipment provides significant cost savings, immediate availability, slower depreciation and the advantage of being field tested. Rigorous refurbishing processes and comparable warranties and service agreements can readily address the most common reservations about buying used.

Most importantly, used/refurbished equipment offers comparable performance, but usually at a fraction of the cost of new items. This price difference frees up resources for other needs in the datacenter. Used equipment allows for rapid scaling and can be adapted to enhance hybrid system compatibility, thereby reducing downtime and extending the life of existing architectures.

Choosing refurbished IT equipment also helps reduce electronic waste—one of the fastest-growing waste streams globally. By extending the lifecycle of IT components, you can significantly lessen your datacenter’s environmental impact support corporate responsibility goals, improve your company’s environmental footprint and bolster its reputation among eco-conscious stakeholders.

Opting for used/refurbished IT equipment is a strategic option that aligns with goals beyond simple cost savings. It offers a balanced approach to meeting technological needs in a high ROI and sustainable way. Contact us if you want to learn more.