Value-added ITAD services such as repair, remarketing, data erasure, and donations programs help increase asset value and provide a second lifecycle for used devices. Â
Having a disposition process saves an enterprise time and money, helps achieve sustainability goals, and protects enterprise data with data security ITAD services.Â
In today’s fast-paced business environment, leasing IT equipment is common for companies looking to maintain cutting-edge technology without the hefty upfront costs associated with purchasing. However, at the onset of a lease, many businesses need to consider the critical importance of having an IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) plan or strategy.
The ITAD industry is evolving to include a new list of criteria and expectations to meet these needs. HOBI president and co-founder Craig Boswell discussed these additions at the 2022 E-Scrap Conference, referring to the new criteria as value-added IT asset disposition services, or vITAD.Â
Having a disposition plan in place can not only save an enterprise time and money but also help protect the environment as well. ITAD facilities like HOBI partner with organizations for enterprise asset disposition and provide many enterprise benefits in addition to responsible IT asset disposition.
Transporting IT assets from point A to point B is a crucial facet of IT asset disposition. IT assets are fragile, and accidents can happen during transit. However, working with a 3PL reverse logistics provider removes the burden and ensures clients that their assets are in responsible hands.
Mobile asset management with an IT asset disposition provider like HOBI provides an opportunity to maximize IT asset value through repair, remarketing, and resale.Â
Hazardous waste management is among the most important actions taken to reduce pollution, and companies can help protect the environment while also achieving ESG environmental goals by partnering with an ITAD provider.Â
Practicing legislative compliance and ensuring all certifications are up to date will help an enterprise achieve governance ESG goals.
Battery recycling continues to be a hot topic in the waste industry, and the U.S. EPA is planning to launch a battery recycling work session next month, where battery manufacturers, nonprofits, local governments, and others can share their experiences with insights into battery recycling.Â