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Even if a manufacturer stops supporting a product, it doesn’t mean the product is suddenly useless. In fact, the product still has a lot of its original value. If the product works for your company, it is a good idea 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. That’s okay! You can still use your old hardware with the help of TPM. You can upgrade when you’re ready and have the money. You can also prepare for the transition by saving up money and planning for it.

If you are repairing your own hardware, you may not have access to OEM parts. You may have to find less-than-trustworthy manufacturers to get the parts you need. However, working with TPM will give you access to trusted parts that will work with your equipment. Plus, the technicians who are performing the repairs are experts in this field and may be more familiar with your equipment than in-house techs.

Save money on post-EoL OEM services by working with a TPM company. They offer similar skills at a much lower price. Plus, the scope of work 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. While an upgrade will be necessary eventually, TPM can help delay it.

OEMs specialize in their equipment, but TPM programs can focus more on the needs of your company. For example, a TPM program might be able to repair equipment in a way that creates as little downtime as possible. Or, a TPM program might offer more encompassing services that can provide a better deal. 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 fits your business.