The rapid rise of the modified phone and the meaning of the mobile industry

Global demand for used smartphones was never bigger. In 2024, the pre -owned mobile device market was worth $ 77 billion in the growth rate of new devices. The standalone market is also ranked third in terms of market share of Apple and Samsung. This explosive growth triggered a change in the way the carrier and the original equipment manufacturer (OEM) see the smartphone life cycle and the second market opportunities.

Trade in and conservative era

The business of a smartphone owned by no longer thought later is now the center of the strategy of major wireless telecommunications operators and OEMs. According to a recent industrial survey by B-STOCK and CTIA’s reverse logistics and service quality groups, almost 70%of OEMs and airlines plan to expand their trade-in programs for the next two years. More people will increase 80%of the company’s repair function, which will improve the efficiency of modifications and device processing time.

What leads to this change? Start with a change in consumer priorities. Today’s buyers not only pursue value and upgraded functions, but also motivate them as they increase their sustainability and preliminary ownership. Diagnosis, AI -centered inspections, and the development of consistent scores have reduced the stigma around the modified phone, and the certified pre -owners and manufacturers support programs are much more attractive.

Power of processing and scoring technology

Innovation of processing and scoring behind the stage is a revolutionary revolution of how the device moves through the second market supply chain. Gamestop’s approach: The company distributed automated robotics to clean the smartphone and graded. The serial number of each device is scanned and tracked with important specifications such as models, IMEI, memory size and carrier status. Robot Graders evaluate cosmetics quality, while functional testing is managed in the store. The combination of automation and human supervision guarantees consistency and precision, which has been a top priority for both carriers and resellers.

This technology -oriented quality management improvement does not build trust, but enables scale. Jon Haes, vice president of Gamestop and pre -owned business officer, says: The expansion of robotics and automation is, “We are likely to set new standards for the efficiency and accuracy of device grades and processing.

Environmental advantage

Beyond profits, environmental cases of repair and repair work are overwhelming. Making a new smartphone is resource -intensive and requires extraction and processing of precious metals such as gold, cobalt and lithium. In contrast, the modified phone has an environmental footprint that is two to four times lower than the new device, and most energy -intensive stages (manufacturing and material extraction) bypassed.

Consider these benefits.

Reduction of electronic waste: Every year, millions of telephones retire, and the tolls of electronic waste are huge. Many of these devices contain dangerous components that are leaked into an ecosystem if they are not properly recycled. However, only 17-22%of electronic waste is well -recycled worldwide. Extending the life of the phone through repair or resale can have a direct and measurable effect on reducing this global task.

Resource preservation: All modified phones save thousands of gallons in the manufacture of new devices while maintaining about 575 pounds of raw materials in mining and refining cycles.

Reduction of discharge: The new smartphone generates 187 pounds of COS emissions at 66 pounds during the lifetime. However, the modified phone avoids most of the exhaust gas to help companies and consumers make more eco -friendly choices.

Establishing a circulating economy and a stronger business model

This market innovation enables more circular approaches that can maximize resource efficiency and investment revenue by maintaining, reuse and recycling products. Trade -in programs, certification remuneration and responsible recycling are now basic, not options.

This change also provides benefits beyond the environment.

Cost efficiency: For business and consumers, pre-owned smartphones are often 30-50% cheaper than new ones and are the victories of brands with value conscious buyers and sustainability.

Job creation: The auxiliary device market supports thousands of tasks in repair, logistics, resale and material processing.

Growth of small businesses: As demand increases, new opportunities for Ripper Sea, Repairers, and Secondary Market Resellers, which cause entrepreneurship and technology innovation worldwide, will appear.

How to build an effective B2B resale strategy

In the case of carriers and OEMs, challenges are to select extended and effective residential channels that maximize value and support operational demands. The most successful company offers a partner relationship with the B2B resale platform.

Global buyer access: Brand, device type and a wide range of buyer networks.

Operating efficiency: Integrated logistics, payment systems and regulations that simplify transactions.

Business Intelligence: Dashboard with abundant data for price -specific insights, seasonal demand trends and list optimization.

Compliance and security: Data use, R2 tracking, IP monitoring, OFAC inspection and certification standard risk management.

Private support: Experienced account management team that provides data -oriented resale strategies, expert guidelines and reactive customer support for product lists.

Full device life cycle: From the first sales to the final recycling

Today’s smartphone life cycle includes multiple owners, repairs and resale before the final recycling. The powerful B2B platform helps transport companies and OEMs to convert, rental programs and overstock inventory into cash, improving sustainability and supporting positive brand reputation.

With the development of AI -based diagnosis, automatic inspection and analysis, all stages of resale supply chain are becoming smarter and more efficient. The industry is moving toward the future, which is not a standard but a preferred business model. To better understand this journey, check the infographic of B-Stock and check the complete life cycle path of your smartphone through repair, many owners and various resale channels.

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