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However, recertified products will come with at least a short-term warranty included. Regardless of what
banner a product is being sold under, read the fine print before finalizing a purchase. You'll want as long
a warranty as possible. If a product has been recertified, it should mean you're entitled to ongoing support
from the original manufacturer.

In Summary

Choosing refurbished hardware isn't just cost-effective, it's an easy way of ensuring your operation is as
sustainable as possible. However, cost savings and improved green credentials also leave you open to
cybersecurity risks that can't be ignored.

If you plan on using refurbished hardware, be vigilant when it comes to deleted files and software that
might still be lurking under the surface. Keystroke logging software and malware can be devastating to
your organization if not detected early enough. You also need to be aware of cryptojacking and other
emerging cybercrime trends.

Fortunately, mitigating cybersecurity risks is fairly effortless. Once your refurbished hardware has arrived,
ensure your IT teams wipe hard drives clean. Do this even if a seller has told you this has been taken
care of. When in doubt, absorb the cost of replacing hard drives entirely.

To make life easier, express caution before you buy. Only purchase refurbished hardware from certified
sellers and be extra vigilant when buying devices from third-party marketplaces. You'll also need to have
a handle on how refurbished hardware deviates from recertified hardware. Only certified hardware will
give you the luxury of extended warranties and continued support from the original manufacturer.

About the Author

Eloïse Tobler is the Ecommerce Supervisor of the Wisetek Store, which
was created to give customers access to high quality, reliable and
affordable refurbished devices, to an “as new” standard. Wisetek Store is
part of the greater Wisetek group, with over 14 years’ experience in the
industry, supporting some of the world’s largest IT companies with their
used and excess IT equipment. Wisetek also operates a strict Zero-
Landfill policy and are committed to the principles of the Circular
Economy.

Eloïse can be reached online at linkedin.com/in/eloisetobler and at our
company website https://www.wisetekstore.com/.

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