Circularity isn’t just about doing what’s right for the planet — it’s about building smarter, more resilient businesses.
One of the most overlooked but powerful strategies in the circular economy? Repair.
In a landscape where both materials and customer loyalty are increasingly expensive to earn, a well-executed repair strategy can unlock serious return on investment (ROI) — and it’s catching on fast.
When we talk about repair strategies for brands, we’re not just talking about the ability to fix a broken product. We’re talking about a shift in mindset:
A repair strategy is a core part of a circular business model — one that keeps products in use longer, reduces environmental impact, and creates new value streams.
It can look like:
🧠 Want inspiration? Brands like Patagonia (with Worn Wear) and IKEA (offering spare parts and testing repair hubs) are showing how it’s done.
So, what’s in it for your bottom line?
Let’s break it down.
As raw material prices rise, repairing a product becomes significantly cheaper than replacing it. A single repair can delay the need to manufacture a new item — saving costs on production, shipping, and inventory.
Keeping a product in circulation longer means you squeeze more value out of every item. This is particularly powerful when paired with resale, rental, or subscription models that create recurring revenue from the same item.
Stat: According to WRAP UK, brands implementing circular business models like repair and resale see 10–20% improvements in gross margins.
Today’s consumers don’t just want new — they want brands that support reuse. Offering repair builds loyalty, increases post-purchase engagement, and differentiates you in a crowded market.
Extending a product’s lifespan by just 9 months can reduce its carbon, water, and waste footprint by 20–30%, according to the Ellen MacArthur Foundation. That’s impact you can quantify — and report.
📣 Bonus: New Right to Repair laws in the EU will make repair more accessible and legally required in some product categories. Future-proofing starts now.
Read the latest EU directive
When we talk about the ROI of circularity, repair is one of the fastest, most tangible ways to prove it. It cuts costs, boosts retention, reduces environmental impact, and opens the door to new revenue streams.
But here’s the catch:
👉 It only works when the strategy is intentional, well-executed, and integrated into your core business model.
That’s where we come in.
Our platform connects brands with vetted partners that turn repair from a logistical headache into a seamless experience.
One of them is MENDED, a company making it easy for fashion brands to scale repair through smart tech and customer support — without having to build the infrastructure yourself.
From repair to resale, take-back to recycling — we help you build a strategy that makes sense for your brand, your operations, and your goals.
Try our free, interactive ROI calculator — designed to help you estimate the financial and environmental impact of repair strategies.
You might be surprised at how big the opportunity is.
Ready to build a circular strategy that pays off? Send us a chat!
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