IT is the fastest growing waste stream. More and more evidence is beginning to surface, indication that financial benefits can also be realized through socially responsible initiatives. The government is setting an example through its Federal Management Regulations (41 CFR 102), mandating that federal agencies, to the fullest extent practicable, use excess personal property, including electronic equipment, as the first source of supply in meeting agency requirements. Based on this, the environmental hierarchy to the left — from most to least preferred — should be followed for managing end-of-life electronics.

XS International would like to help your agency fulfill these mandates by giving you the following 3 Ways To Save on IT

1. If you could save 50% on annual service contracts and get better service — why wouldn’t you?A little known fact is that OEMs often outsource the field maintenance that is performed on their equipment. XS International (XSi) typically uses the same field engineers as the manufacturers, but at a savings of 50% on annual contracts. In addition, some OEMs require payment in advance for maintenance contracts while XSi offers financial flexibility including monthly payment in arrears which can improve your agency’s cash flow. XSi maintains all IT equipment including MainFrames, SuperComputers, Enterprise Infrastructure and Desktops. Most manufacturers drop support on End-of-Life (EOL) equipment even if the equipment is still good, causing unnecessary upgrades of components in order to get support. XSi extends the life of this equipment by providing maintenance on EOL items. To learn more about XSi’s support and maintenance packages, please click here.
2. Why just use…when you can reuse?Not every application requires the latest and greatest hardware. Did you know that XSi provided the refurbished SGI system used in the F22 Flight Simulator at Edwards AFB?  Nearly every Federal Agency has purchased refurbished equipment from XS International over the last 18 years and 77% of Fortune 1000 companies buy refurbished IT equipment. Why? Refurbished equipment is generally 50% of the price of new equipment and is available for all major brand names, often including the latest models. In addition, “New In Box” equipment is widely available for current models. All of XSi’s refurbished equipment comes with up to a one year warranty and maintenance support is also available for the life of the equipment. Buying refurbished supports The Environmental Hierarchy. To learn more about buying refurbished, click here or visit the XSi website. View XS International’s weekly refurbished specials by visiting our retail website.
3. Clear that growing computer junkyard from your agency!Idle and excess equipment consumes valuable warehouse and DataCenter floorspace. Maintaining excess inventory costs more than just the real estate it uses — labor, insurance, and depreciation are costs most often not associated with idle inventory. In addition, the risk of data security becomes higher when equipment sits unmanned (ask about XSi’s onsite disk shredding service!). IT assets depreciate in market value at 6% - 8% per month. Inefficiencies in disposal of remarketable assets create a loss in value. XSi’s disposition fees are up to 50% less expensive than our competitors because we have collection facilities distributed throughout the USA saving on fuel surcharges. Turn your excess equipment into cash, contact XS Asset Recovery to get started.

Filed under: XSi, Support by Todd Bone