Posted by Jason Flomerfelt
On December 14, 2011 09:00
If you’ve already decided to replace current servers and storage devices for your business, chances are you’ve done some homework and know your network and server needs. What you may have overlooked is a basic price comparison in order to guarantee your tech makeover is a worthwhile investment. Is a refurbished infrastructure an option for your valuable database, or is it better to be safe than sorry?
IBM is a common favorite among corporations. After all, IBM’s first 5150 PC release in 1981 is often regarded as the machine solely responsible for introducing personal computing to the business market. Companies trust IBM and view the brand as groundbreaking, credible, and remarkably powerful. Despite the well-known label, using refurbished IBM equipment is not always an easy concept for business owners to trust. However, refurbished infrastructure hardware is not only as equally reliable as purchasing a new system, the equipment can also be supported with a lifetime warranty. Educating yourself properly about refurbished IBM hardware options is not only part of forming a knowledgeable opinion, it will completely revolutionize the way you spend company dollars.
ISO Certification
ISO (International Organization for Standardization) certification is a detailed achievement that identifies quality standards between business transactions. Although not every IT reseller pursues this level of recognition, selecting an ISO certified business will provide an incredible amount of relief to buyers who are hesitant to invest in
refurbished IBM equipment for the first time. ISO certification is an indicator that the company you are dealing with is not only an expert in their specified technology, but that the quality of their product and service is priority one.
Warranties
Product warranties are not exclusive to brand new servers. Reputable providers who believe in the quality of their goods will be enthusiastic and prepared to offer their customers a lifetime warranty. Most companies supply a standard 30 day warranty for their refurbished enterprise hardware. However, since you are purchasing equipment that is crucial to your daily functioning, productivity, and overall industry survival, it is imperative that support is considerably longer than a month. Many independent hardware maintenance programs are not only just as good as those provided by the OEM, but they are often at a fraction of the cost and available for the life of the equipment.
21st Century Concepts
Innovative technological advancement, exceptionally high standards, and consistently ethical operations practiced by refurbished IT hardware resellers will be the determining factors that make a successful, safe, and reliable purchase for your business. Canvas Systems is an ISO certified company that supports every server, storage, and networking device they ship with a lifetime warranty, making refurbished IBM equipment a practical, affordable, and wise investment for all businesses.