Are Remanufactured Devices Safe for Business Use?

How RDS’s ReNu programme delivers certified performance, value recovery and circular IT without compromise.

Are remanufactured devices safe for business use?
Can they meet modern performance standards?
What about security, reliability and warranty protection?

These are perfectly reasonable questions. In fact, they are becoming increasingly common as more businesses look for ways to cut costs, lower emissions and move away from the throwaway tech culture that’s dominated the last two decades.

For many, the idea of remanufactured IT still conjures up images of bulky laptops, mismatched parts or hand-me-down hardware that’s ‘better than nothing’ but nowhere near fit for purpose.

But that’s not the reality. Not anymore.

At RDS, we deliver remanufactured technology through ReNu: our business-grade, fully certified lifecycle IT programme. It’s already helping organisations across the UK meet performance, compliance and sustainability goals – without the cost or environmental impact of buying new.

And in this guide, we’ll answer the big questions. What does remanufactured really mean? How is it different from refurbished? And can it actually support the needs of a modern workplace?

What is ReNu by RDS?

ReNu is Right Digital Solutions’ remanufactured technology programme. It resides a million light years away from a refurbished kit from a warehouse corner. ReNu devices are fully remanufactured to BS8887 standards and come with warranty-backed quality, certified performance and clear sustainability credentials.

We supply:

• Laptops
• Printers
• Phones and comms equipment

Each device is:

• Rigorously tested and rebuilt using approved processes
• Delivered with a full warranty
• Available through flexible purchasing options like our Flex-eplan

And the impact? Remarkable:

• Up to 316kg CO₂ saved per laptop
• 1,200kg of raw materials preserved
• 190,000 litres of water saved
• Zero e-waste produced
• Five trees planted per laptop purchased

Data security built in

Data risk is non-negotiable. That’s why ReNu includes fully certified data sanitisation and destruction services as standard.

We use:

• Industry-leading tools like Blancco for secure erasure
• Physical destruction methods when required
• Serialised Certificates of Data Destruction per asset

All processes are compliant with:

• ISO 27001 (Information Security)
• NIST standards for data handling and destruction
• WEEE regulations for responsible disposal

From pickup to processing, your data is handled with precision and care.

Sustainability: the real impact

Choosing ReNu makes a measurable difference – not just to your budget, but to the planet.
Per laptop, for example, we help you save:

• 316kg CO₂ emissions
• 1,200kg of raw materials
• 190,000 litres of water
• Zero e-waste
• And support reforestation efforts with 5 trees planted

We also provide:

• Environmental impact reporting for internal and stakeholder use
• Support for your Net Zero and CSR goals

All ReNu laptops are Windows 11-ready, tested to enterprise-grade standards and designed for seamless deployment.

Remanufactured versus refurbished

Refurbished devices can be hit-and-miss. No standards. No consistency. No real assurance.
ReNu is different.

• Devices remanufactured to BS 8887 standards
• Performance at least equal to when new – often better
• Full warranty, low RMA rate
• 360-point quality checks

The ReNu team delivers business-grade solutions that are cost-efficient and built to perform.

How the ReNu process works

Whether you’re returning old devices for resale, recycling or upgrade, Renu makes it simple.

You send your existing tech to RDS, and we’ll either:

• Buy it from you for certified resale or responsible recycling
• Or remanufacture an equivalent device and return it to you – business-ready, Windows 11 enabled and AI-capable

Every device is backed by warranty and built to enterprise-grade standards, so you’re not just saving money, you’re upgrading sustainably.

Here’s how it works:

• Asset review and scheduling: We’ll assess what you’ve got and send out pre-labelled packaging if needed.
• Collection and secure transport: Devices are securely collected and tracked.
• Sanitisation, testing and grading: All data is securely erased or physically destroyed. Devices are checked, tested and graded.
• Remanufacture or certified recycling: Viable devices are remanufactured to BS8887 standard. Others are responsibly recycled.
• Return, redeployment or resale: You receive remanufactured equivalents for redeployment or we support remarketing, reuse or donation.
• Full reporting and certification: You’ll receive detailed asset reports, data destruction certificates and optional carbon savings analysis.

Whether you’re returning 10 laptops or 10,000, we handle the entire lifecycle – from pick-up to redeployment – with full transparency.

Who ReNu is for

Remanufactured workplace technology from ReNu is ideal for:

• Multi-site businesses managing hardware across multiple locations
• Education and public sector organisations with procurement and sustainability targets
• IT and Ops leaders under pressure to modernise and save
• Sustainability-focused organisations tracking carbon or ESG progress

If you’re managing ageing infrastructure or planning a refresh, ReNu is the smart, secure and sustainable choice.

The results you can measure

ReNu delivers:

• Up to 50% cost savings compared to new
• Certified performance and reliability
• Quantified carbon savings per asset
• End-of-life reporting and full audit trails
• Reduced procurement pressure through Flex-eplan models

It’s cost-effective. It’s compliant. And it’s built for the way you work.

Download the ReNu brochure

Try before you commit

We understand that switching to remanufactured devices can feel like a leap. That’s why we offer the option to trial selected ReNu devices, giving you a hands-on experience before you make a commitment.

You’ll see for yourself how well they perform, in real business environments, with no guesswork.

We’re confident you won’t want to go back. Contact us today to learn more.

ReNu by RDS. Responsible, remanufactured and ready for business.