It is a complex and daunting task to manage IT assets and their data through the end of the assets’ useful life. It is also true that in the technology world in which we live, assets quickly become obsolete, although their usefulness may often be repurposed, giving the obsolete assets sustainability. HOBI understands the process of redeeming assets to extend their life and maximize their economic value. The management and technical staff at HOBI also completely understand the necessity to handle and eliminate sensitive data in a secured environment.
Resale and erasure however are only part of the HOBI story. Since 1992, HOBI has been a true leader in the processing and environmentally responsible recycling of IT assets. HOBI processes millions of pounds of IT assets per year. It is our goal to provide the most accurate and timely reporting on those assets, and to manage those assets to maximize a client’s economic return and eliminate their environmental liability.
HOBI has long standing relationships with Fortune 2000 clients that trust the HOBI team with the management of their post-consumption and post-production IT assets. HOBI’s team has a broad depth of expertise in the removal and decommissioning of IT equipment. Furthermore, HOBI’s team has decades of experience in the resale, erasure and recycling of large enterprise gear, PCs, laptops, networking, and virtually every type of peripheral and IT accessory.
HOBI’s logistics team works with our clients in every phase of deinstallation, removal and movement of IT assets from large computer installations to small remote offices. HOBI’s technical staff understands the complexities of the test and audit procedure to guarantee the reporting on a client’s assets is not only timely but completely accurate. HOBI’s understanding of erasure on multiple platforms assures the client that their data is eradicated and protected while in the HOBI environment.
The seasoned sales force at HOBI uses multi layered sales channels to insure the highest prices on the re-marketing of IT assets. Our processes for recycling are best in class not only providing excellent returns on the resources recovered in our demanufacturing and shredding processes, but also identifying, liberating and processing any and all materials that are considered hazards to the environment.
As an R2 and ISO 14001 certified processor at its Batavia, Illinois facility and an R2-certified processor at its Dallas location, HOBI’s Environmental Management System sets a standard for exemplary processing, handling and certifying of all aspects of our clients IT equipment.
Our processes have been tested and vetted by world class OEM’s, Fortune 50 firms, as well as nationally recognized auditing firms. HOBI is your trusted partner for the complete and comprehensive management of your end of life IT assets.
Contact us today to learn how we can maximize the value and eliminate the risk of your obsolete IT gear.
