Yes, with important caveats. Microsoft 365 runs fully in the Chrome browser, covering Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Teams, and Outlook for most business needs. Android versions of these apps are also available through the Google Play Store on modern Chromebooks. Companies requiring macro-heavy Excel workbooks, complex Access databases, or advanced Publisher features may encounter limitations. For complete Microsoft Office desktop application compatibility, refurbished Windows laptops remain the more reliable choice.

Yes. Enterprise-grade business laptops from Dell, HP, and Lenovo are engineered for 3-5 year commercial lifecycles and typically enter the refurbished market with significant operational life remaining. DCD certified systems undergo comprehensive hardware diagnostics, component testing, and quality verification before sale. Every system includes professional warranty coverage providing documented recourse for hardware failures—the same assurance businesses require from any hardware investment.

Every Chromebook model has a published AUE date after which Google stops providing Chrome OS security updates. Devices past their AUE date become security liabilities: Chrome OS vulnerabilities discovered after the cutoff go unpatched, creating exposure in enterprise environments. Before purchasing any Chromebook—especially used or older models—verify the AUE date on Google's official support schedule. Most current models launched in 2022 or later have AUE dates extending to 2030 or beyond, making them viable for multi-year deployment.

For standard productivity workflows—Microsoft 365, video conferencing, browser-based applications—16GB remains the sweet spot for Windows business laptops. Chromebooks operate efficiently with 8GB due to Chrome OS's memory management architecture. The critical insight during the current RAM shortage: refurbished Windows business laptops with 16GB already installed cost $350-$500, while a new Windows system with equivalent memory runs $900-$1,200 due to DDR5 pricing premiums. The refurbished path avoids the entire 478% memory markup.

Standard deletion is insufficient for regulated industries. Companies retiring laptops in healthcare, finance, or legal services require certified data destruction to satisfy HIPAA §164.310(d)(1), NIST 800-88, and related data handling requirements. Working with certified data destruction providers generates compliance documentation confirming secure media sanitization—documentation required for regulatory audits. Chromebooks' cloud-centric architecture simplifies this: data lives in Google Drive, not local storage, reducing retirement complexity significantly.

Yes. Bulk refurbished procurement enables consistent model standardization, simplifying IT support, spare parts inventory, and imaging processes. DCD works with companies deploying 50+ units to source consistent models with verified specifications. Combined with custom imaging services, companies receive systems pre-configured with required software, domain settings, and security policies—ready for immediate deployment without per-unit setup labor. Contact us to discuss volume requirements and pricing.