Wale Arewa, Xperien CEO, says laptops from the sixth generation or older will no longer offer a return on investment or buyback value in 2025. “Laptops older than six years, especially those from Intel’s sixth generation and earlier, will become less viable, driving the need for initiative-taking asset disposal.”
Four key factors are at play:
- Energy inefficiency: Older laptops consume more power, increasing operational costs and their environmental impact.
- Performance limitations: Devices more than six years old struggle to support modern operating systems and applications, leading to slower performance and reduced productivity.
- Cost of refurbishment: Refurbishing outdated laptops often costs more than their resale value, making upgrades economically unfeasible.
- Diminishing market demand: There is decreasing demand for older technology in the resale market, further reducing their value.
Businesses are encouraged to assess their current infrastructure and begin transitioning to newer devices that meet the requirements of Windows 11, which will be the only supported version after October 2025.
To address these challenges, Xperien will adjust its rates to reflect the increased complexity of managing outdated IT equipment and will offer clients the option of using its auction platform as an alternative to traditional ITAD methods.
Despite these upcoming challenges, Xperien will continue to provide data elimination, e-waste disposal and impact reporting services.
"As the demand for AI-powered devices grows, businesses need to stay ahead of the curve to maintain security and operational efficiency. We remain committed to providing sustainable, secure and cost-effective solutions for IT asset management, ensuring minimal environmental impact," Arewa said.
