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When a manufacturer stops supporting a product, it doesn’t mean that the product is suddenly useless. It still has a lot 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.

You may not have enough money to upgrade your hardware right now. You also don’t want to be rushed into a decision. You can use TPM to help you continue using your current hardware. When you’re ready, you can upgrade and prepare for the transition by getting your finances in order.

If you are repairing your own hardware, you may not have access to the same parts that the original manufacturer used. In this case, you may need to rely on less-than-reliable manufacturers for replacement parts. However, if you choose to work with TPM, you will gain access to trusted parts that will work with your equipment. Plus, the technicians who perform the repairs will be experts in their field and may be more familiar with your equipment than in-house techs would be.

You can avoid the high prices for post-EoL OEM services by working with a TPM company. They offer similar skills at a much lower price. Plus, the work they do may be more extensive or personalized than what your OEM offers. You can also push back the cost of new equipment by working with a TPM company. Although an upgrade will still be necessary at some point, using a TPM company can help delay it.

TPM programs are ways to get your company’s equipment fixed in a way that creates as little downtime as possible. TPM programs might also offer other services that can be helpful for your business. Some TPM options, like NorthSmart, 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 works best for you.