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When a manufacturer stops offering support for a product, it doesn’t mean that the product becomes useless. It still has a lot of its original value, and if it 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 much extra money to spend on upgrading your hardware, you don’t need to worry. You can use TPM to help you continue using your current hardware. This will help you prepare for the transition and make sure you have the finances in order before purchasing new equipment.

If you are repairing your hardware yourself, you may not have access to OEM parts. This can be a problem because the parts from less-than-trustworthy manufacturers may not work with your equipment. However, if you work with TPM, you will have access to trusted parts that will work with your equipment. Plus, the technicians who perform the repairs will be experts in the field and may be more familiar with your equipment than in-house techs.

If you work with a TPM company, you can avoid the high prices for post-EoL OEM services. TPM companies have lower prices and a similar skill set. They can do the job without charging a premium.

OEMs specialize in their equipment. TPM programs focus on the needs of a company. They might be able to do a repair so that there is less down time for the company or offer more services for a better price. Some TPM options, like NorthSmart, let you purchase only the services you need. You can also create a hybrid model with some elements of OEM and TPM support if that’s what your business needs.