Old cell phones — — everyone has them — but most people don’t know what to do with them. Sustainability is not only environmentally responsible, it is also fiscally responsible! Has your business or nonprofit considered implementing a sustainable device plan? If so, your workplace can create a plan to continue your sustainability efforts and improve your bottom line. Take a look at these ideas to get started.
Three Ways to Reuse Your Old Phones:
1. As a Back Up
Sometimes accidents happen and our devices malfunction or break. When this happens, this can be an inconvenient nightmare and slow down workflow and productivity. On top of that, there can be a hefty price tag that goes along with buying a new smartphone before you are due for an upgrade. This is why keeping your old phone as a backup can be extremely beneficial. This is especially helpful for businesses or nonprofits whose employees rely on using cell phones. Having a collection of back-up phones could come in handy when you least expect it.
2. For Short-Term Workers
Some businesses and nonprofits take advantage of short-term or seasonal workers during their busiest times of the year. Old phones can be the perfect substitute to buying new phones for workers who aren’t going to be around for the long haul. This may even allow you to afford replacing your long-term employees’ phones with the latest technology.
3. As Wi-Fi Only
Some old smartphones can be programmed just to connect to your office Wi-fi. These can stay at the office and be used as office phones for employees so that they don’t have to use their personal cell phones. This can come in handy for managers who like to have more control over how their employees use their personal phones at the office. All of your VoIP calling can be done through Wi-fi with the right provider!
Once your old cell phones are too old to be relevant, don’t just throw them away! Take a look at How to Recycle Your Old Electronic Devices for ways to donate, find a recycler, or utilize a third-party tech business.
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