Make note that the Apple repair program is only allowing shops to get basic things like batteries and screens - no charging ports or logic boards. And you have to wait for Apple to ship you the part, once you apply for it on behalf of the customer. <br>So it basically does nothing for independent repair shops," because saying "we can get you a battery it in a week" is a terrible customer experience. They'd rather just keep buying non-official batteries.<br><br>more info here: <a href=""https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-expanding-independent-repair-provider-program-to-macs.2250333/"">https://forums.macrumors.com/threads/apple-expanding-independent-repair-provider-program-to-macs.2250333/</a>"