Go Circular
Discover how the circular transition can strengthen your business and which steps you can take to implement it successfully.
About the program
In 2023, the Dutch government introduced the National Program for a Circular Economy 2023-2030. This program outlines a mix of measures for government institutions and commercial organizations to conserve resources in the coming years, with the ultimate goal of achieving a fully circular economy by 2050.
Purchasing refurbished hardware will become an important topic for everyone, but what are the pros and cons? What options do you have as a company?
Where do you start?
The global ICT sector accounts for 3 to 6 percent of worldwide emissions. Without change, this percentage could rise to 14 percent by 2040.
What does it entail?
The linear economy, also known as the "take-make-waste" economy, refers to a model where a product is discarded after use. This economic model relies on the continuous extraction of natural resources, leading to scarcity, rising costs, e-waste, and untapped value.
In contrast, the circular economy focuses on minimizing waste and maximizing resource use through reuse, repair, refurbishment, and recycling.
Circular business practices aim to decouple economic activities from the use of new, finite resources and to minimize the negative environmental impact. A key component of this is the purchase of refurbished IT hardware.
What are the benefits
Environmentally Friendly
- Reduction of e-waste
- Lower CO2 emissions
Sustainable and Corporate Social Responsibility
- Improvement of sustainability goals
- Positive corporate image
Cost-saving
- Lower purchase costs
- Lower total cost of ownership (TCO)
Flexibility and Scalability
- Fast delivery time
- Availability of end-of-life (EOL) products
- Access to higher specifications (increased employee productivity)
What are the disadvantages?
Due to the growing trend in refurbished products, more providers have entered the market. Unfortunately, not all of them deliver the same high quality, making finding the right partner the biggest challenge.
Since refurbished hardware has had a previous lifecycle, the availability of the latest models or specific products can sometimes be another obstacle.
What options do you have as a company?
There are various ways for companies to operate in a circular manner:
Efficient resource use
- Energy management
- Digital solutions
Waste management
- Recycling and reuse
- Waste reduction
Sustainable mobility policies
- Green transportation
- Remote work
And, of course, a sustainable procurement policy, which allows the entire infrastructure to be equipped with refurbished hardware.
Waar begin je?
De transitie van nieuw naar refurbished is een uitdagende stap en in sommige gevallen niet mogelijk.
Ontdek hieronder op de pagina waar jullie kunnen beginnen
The Circular Transition
When transitioning to circular IT solutions, we recommend starting with refurbished smartphones, particularly iPhones. This advice is based on several considerations outlined below.
The return merchandise authorization (RMA) percentage for new iPhones is typically between 2% and 4%, with most defects occurring within the first 3 to 6 months of purchase. This means that by the time an iPhone is sold as refurbished, most potential issues have already been identified and resolved.
The average RMA percentage for refurbished iPhones is around 1.7%, meaning the implementation risk is even lower than for new devices.
Apple's long-term support for its operating systems and applications ensures seamless integration with existing software and networks, minimizing compatibility issues even with refurbished models.
The iPhones we supply are tested on over 60 points, refurbished with original Apple parts according to Apple's guidelines, come with a 2-year warranty, and can be integrated with Apple Business Manager if desired.
iPhones are widely available as refurbished products due to their popularity and durability. Our iPhones are sourced through leading market players, who obtain their stock from well-controlled sources such as trade-in programs, business auctions, and partnerships with telecom companies and Apple itself. This ensures a stable supply of high-quality, thoroughly tested iPhones that meet strict quality standards.
iPhones are widely accepted due to their user-friendliness, reliability, and popularity. This makes the transition to a refurbished iPhone simple and intuitive. Familiarity with iOS and trust in Apple’s quality ensure that refurbished models are received just as positively as new ones.
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By starting with refurbished iPhones, you can take the first steps towards a more circular business model in a safe and efficient way, with reduced risks and maximum benefits.