As the year draws to a close, many businesses are doing two things: cleaning out storage rooms and preparing next year’s budget. It’s the perfect time to evaluate what’s taking up space in your facility, and what outdated equipment may be quietly draining dollars from next year’s bottom line.
If your shelves are filled with old barcode printers, terminals, or devices that you haven’t touched in a while, those units are more than clutter; they’re potential value. And right now, Zebra’s GO Zebra Trade-In Program gives you a chance to turn that clutter into cash-back rebates you can apply toward modern, reliable technology for the upcoming year.
Every year you delay upgrading the devices used in your facility, the more the performance gap widens, and security risks increase.
What is End of Life (EOL)?
Old equipment often lingers because it still powers on, but the hidden costs show up in downtime, slow performance, security risks, and increased maintenance. Once a device reaches End of Life (EOL), support stops, replacement parts become scarce, and compatibility with new systems rapidly declines. Most barcode printers and devices have a sell span of 3-5 years, with support provided for 4-5 years after the end of the selling span.
At year-end, this becomes especially important. Budgeting for next year means planning for:
- Reduced downtime
- Stronger security
- Simplified device management
- Higher frontline productivity
- Proactive rather than reactive maintenance costs
Upgrading before January helps you start the year strong and often fits perfectly into remaining budget dollars that must be used before year-end.
Why Upgrading Matters More This Coming Year
Technology evolves quickly, and Zebra works hard to release devices that can keep up with demands:
- Faster processors and expanded memory
- Stronger Wi-Fi certifications and improved connectivity
- Advanced scan engines capable of scanning barcodes from inches to 100+ feet
- Improved durability, battery life, and drop specifications
- More secure, up-to-date Android platforms
Every year you delay upgrading the devices used in your facility, the more the performance gap widens, and security risks increase. Starting the new year with modern devices means fewer surprises, fewer delays, and better performance for your frontline staff.
Declutter and Reclaim with the Go Zebra Trade-In Program
If you’re cleaning up closets, drawers, or supply rooms this quarter, pull out those old units—whether they’re Zebra or not. The GO Zebra Trade-In Program offers rebates up to $650 per device (depending on model) when you trade them in for new Zebra equipment.
Think of it like upgrading your old cell phone. You trade in your old devices, get cash-back rebates applied to newer models, and Zebra takes care of recycling your old equipment responsibly. Devices eligible include:
- Mobile computers/tablets
- Devices for voice-directed picking
- Next-generation scanning options
- RFID compatibility
- Printers
- Card printer options
- Electronic sensors
- Mobile printer batteries
- Dual 3-slot battery charger
Zebra’s program is fully subsidized, meaning Zebra pays you, and they manage device recycling to keep older hardware out of landfills. It’s a “win for you, your wallet, and the environment.”
Note: Devices must be able to power on to qualify. Broken units are not eligible.
A Year-End Win: Savings, Space, and Stronger Operations
Cleaning out EOL equipment now allows you to free up storage space while securing rebates before the new-year budget cycle. Your business can start the next year with faster, more reliable technology that can reduce outages, delays, and repair headaches. Improve device security with supported, modern platforms.
Better yet, Imprint Enterprises, a Zebra Premier Solution Partner, can guide you through the simple four-step trade-in process:
- Contact Imprint
- Purchase a qualified product
- Submit your reclaim form
- Trade in your legacy devices
Start Next Year Ahead, Not Catching Up
Your frontline operations depend on the technology supporting them. Starting next year with outdated, unsupported devices means budgeting for emergency downtime and unexpected failures. Starting with updated Zebra devices means budgeting for productivity, efficiency, and reliability instead.
As you close out the year, take stock of the equipment you’re storing, using, or struggling to maintain, and let Imprint help you convert clutter into value with Zebra’s GO Zebra Trade-In Program.
Zebra Technologies is an award-winning company, and Imprint Enterprises is a trusted partner for Zebra. Ensuring the long-term use of your entire industrial barcode printing and scanning fleet is what makes Zebra Technologies the best in the industry. Imprint Enterprises brings you good, better, and best options to help your business step forward while considering future possibilities.
Ready to clean up your inventory and boost next year’s budget?
Contact Imprint Enterprises today to take advantage of Zebra’s Go Zebra Trade-In Program and explore the best solutions for your business.
