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When a manufacturer stops supporting a product, the equipment is not suddenly useless. It still has most of its original value. If the product works for your company, it is convenient to keep using it. As long as there aren’t any glaring issues with the hardware or problems with its place in your company’s infrastructure, you can stretch your initial investment and keep the product working longer with TPM.

If your hardware is reaching its end of service life and your company doesn’t have extra money to spend on upgrades, you don’t need to feel rushed into a decision. You can use TPM to help you extend the life of your current hardware. When you’re ready, you can upgrade slowly by preparing for the transition and getting your finances in order.

If you are repairing your hardware yourself, you may not have access to the same parts that the manufacturer uses. This can be a problem because you may not be able to find trustworthy manufacturers who sell compatible parts. However, if you work with TPM, you will have access to trusted parts that will work with your equipment. Plus, the technicians who will be performing the repairs are experts in this field and may be more familiar with your equipment than in-house techs.

You can save money on post-End-of-Life services by working with a TPM company. They offer skillsets and services that are similar to OEMs, but at a much lower price. In addition, the work that is included with TPM may be more expansive or personalized than what is offered by your OEM. You also get to push back the cost of new equipment. While an upgrade will still be necessary at some point, TPM can help keep it at bay.

TPM programs (like NorthSmart) can focus on the needs of your company. They might be able to repair equipment in a way that creates as little downtime as possible or offer more encompassing services. Some TPM options let you purchase only the services you need. You can even create a hybrid model with elements of OEM and TPM support if that’s what fits your business.