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When a manufacturer stops supporting a product, it doesn’t mean that the product becomes 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 you don’t have a lot of money to spend on new hardware, you can still use your old hardware with the help of TPM. You can wait until you have the money to buy new hardware and plan for the transition. This will help you avoid being rushed into a decision.

If you are repairing your own hardware, you may not have access to OEM parts. This can be a problem because these parts are trusted and usually work with your equipment. However, if you work with TPM, you will have access to these parts as well as the technicians who are experts in this field. They may be more familiar with your equipment than the in-house techs.

You can save money on post-EoL OEM services by working with a TPM company. TPM companies offer similar skills at a lower cost. Plus, with a TPM company you may get more work done or a more personalized service than you would from your OEM. You can also push back the cost of new equipment by working with a TPM company. Although you will need to upgrade eventually, TPM can help delay that cost.

OEMs specialize in making specific types of equipment. TPM programs are designed to meet the specific needs of a company. They might be able to repair equipment in a way that causes less downtime or offer more comprehensive services that can save you money. Some TPM programs, like NorthSmart, let you purchase only the services you need. You can also create a hybrid model with some aspects of OEM and TPM support if that is what works best for your business.