Repair, Refurbish, or Buy New?
Apply circular-economy logic to decide between replacement and life-extension options.
Default challenged Replacement feels clean. Refurbishment feels messy. The framework decides whether that instinct is useful or lazy. Circular choices fail when procurement only evaluates purchase convenience. Circular logic Preserve value before creating new demand Test whether the function can be restored with better use of the materials already in circulation. Linear reflex Complaints mean replace everything The category strategy preserves materials and service quality together. Circularity works when value retention and service reliability are designed together. The first test Most chair frames are intact, but cushions and casters fail early. What is the strongest first move? Commercial model The…
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