Blog 1 | Circularity is table-stakes—speed is the tiebreaker Sustainability programs that stop at “design for circularity” miss up to 30 % of potential value because returns move too slowly through the loop rla.org. A product that languishes in a warehouse may still...
Blog In this series we highlight some of the brands we are proud to represent in Canada as an Authorized Service Partner. As a Yamaha authorized service center, we are your premium service option for the following product categories, both In Warranty and Out of...
Blog Update – April 4 2025 (“Liberation Day” tariff expansion) The U.S. administration’s April 2 “Liberation Day” announcement added a universal 10% tariff on all imports starting April 5, plus steep “reciprocal” surcharges that begin April 9. Electronics-heavy...
Blog AI Cosmetic Grading: From Lab to Market Introduction In the fast-evolving electronics industry, efficient and objective cosmetic grading of returned devices is essential for optimizing refurbishment and resale value. Traditional manual inspections are...
Blog Returns Are Your Secret Parts Supply Chain The Rising Cost of Factory-Sourced Parts Factories are designed for production runs, not small-scale manufacturing of replacement parts. Running a production line just to create parts for warranty use is inefficient and...
Blog Tariffs and Service: Why Keeping Operations in Canada is Critical The incoming Trump administration’s proposed tariffs are set to upend global trade dynamics, with electronics manufacturers facing steep levies on goods from China, Mexico, and Canada. These...