to keep on the shelf for immediate hardware replacement. 2. High Reliability and "Burned-In" Quality
to other critical areas like security or employee training. Scale faster by purchasing more units for the same budget. USED CISCO EQUIPMENT
The most immediate benefit of used gear is the price tag. Secondary market Cisco hardware typically costs significantly less than new equipment, with savings often ranging from off manufacturer list prices. These savings allow organizations to: to keep on the shelf for immediate hardware replacement
: Remanufacturing a unit typically uses less energy than building a new one from scratch. Scale faster by purchasing more units for the same budget
Contrary to popular belief, pre-owned gear can be more reliable than "net new" products. Most hardware failures occur within the first 30 days of deployment—a phenomenon known as "infant mortality". Used equipment from reputable vendors has already been "road-tested," meaning the initial manufacturing "bugs" have been worked out. High-quality refurbished units often boast reliability ratings of . 3. Sustainability and the Circular Economy