What is SFP?

Building an IT infrastructure for a business or other organisation means putting together a system which is stable, secure and flexible. The last of these is often the most difficult, with companies building systems which work as they are but lack the ability to grow and change with the wider business. SFP modules are an excellent way of dealing with this issue, but only after answering the questions ‘What is SFP?’

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SFP stands for Small Form Factor Pluggable transceiver optical module. These can be plugged into the SFP port of a switch or router in order to carry data quickly and securely via ether a fibre cable or a gigabit Ethernet connection. Whether you need to transmit information or communication, an SFP module offers a convenient and versatile solution.

Communications Network

The key advantage of an SFP module is that it can be switched and replaced quickly and easily whenever you need to maintain or upgrade your system. The fact that they are physically compact is another benefit when it comes to building a companywide infrastructure, allowing companies of every size to take advantage of the kind of powerful communications network that used to be the province of larger corporations.

Peace of Mind

This is particularly the case if you source your SFP modules from My Next Box. All of our hardware is refurbished, and this allows us to offer items at a fraction of the price you’d pay if purchasing new. Every piece of hardware has been tested and passed with a 12 month Return to Base warranty, offering complete peace of mind when you make your purchase.

The other advantage of opting for refurbished items is that it means you’re operating a genuinely sustainable procurement policy. Purchasing from us means playing your part in protecting the environment and boosting the green credentials of your company.

Company Accreditations

Listed below are our company accreditations to provide assurances of our services level standards. A complete peace of mind whilst working with us.

Environment agency exemption T11

Being registered with the Environment Agency under a T11 exemption, we are allowed to repair, refurbish, dismantle and recycle various types of electronic waste. We mainly specialise in Networking Routers, Switches, Servers and Storage, with a small volume of Laptops, Desktops and mobile devices. Therefore most of the WEEE generated would be related to this category of E-waste. Our T11 registration site reference number: NC2/060999/2017

Waste Carrier License

As a business that carries EEE waste as part of our business process, we comply with the Environment agency requirement, to be registered as a Waste Carrier Broker. Our Registration no is CBDU92807. You can also verify our registration number at the EA website

Environment Agency waste storage permission

As a business, which repairs and refurbishes IT Hardware for Re-Use, we are registered with the Environment Agency permitting us to store WEEE which has been generated from units, which are not for reuse purposes. All WEEE is then transported to a downstream WEEE processor, who is authorised by the EA to treat WEEE waste.

ICO Certificate

The Information Commissioner’s Office requires organisations and data controllers who process personal information to be registered with the ICO. Since setting up the business in 2009, we have been registered with the ICO and are fully compliant with all DATA protection laws and the upcoming GDPR requirements.

ISO 14001 certified

The ISO14001 sets the standards for Environmental Management Systems. Our business model is all about a positive environmental impact through reuse rather than manufacturing new, therefore creating a circular business model and the ISO 14001 validates that. Not only are we reducing waste through a business model, business processes but we are also creating a sustainable eco-system for our customers for refurbished IT Procurement.

ISO 9001 certified

As a Certified ISO9001 business you can be assured that we operate to a set of audited management standards. We have streamlined business processes which clearly define each business process, from purchasing, to goods in, processing and goods out to name a few. These standards are not just written processes but are embedded within the business and embraced by every employee.

Data Processor Cyber privacy insurance

As an established and respected business, we have the required Public, Professional and Employers Liability Indemnity insurance. Additionally as a data processor, handling IT assets from other businesses we hold the specialist, Data Processor Cyber Privacy Indemnity insurance. Feel free to contact us should you require a copy when doing any business with us.

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