Repaircentric
Repaircentric is an adjective used to describe a design, policy, or business approach that prioritizes repairability and repair over replacement. The term is commonly employed in discussions about sustainability, product longevity, and circular economy strategies. A repaircentric stance emphasizes making products easier to diagnose, fix, upgrade, and keep in use for as long as possible.
Common characteristics include modular designs that allow component swaps, standardized fasteners and connectors, and clear, accessible
Usage of the term aligns with the right-to-repair movement and various policy initiatives that encourage manufacturers
Supporters argue that repaircentric practices reduce electronic waste, lower total cost of ownership, and create local
Related concepts include the right to repair, circular economy, product lifecycle management, and refurbishment ecosystems.