Below is a recap of this week’s blog posts including bridging the digital device with electronics donations programs, Minnesota’s right to repair bill, and finding data center solutions by partnering with an ITAD provider. Problem-Solving with vITAD: Bridge the Digital Divide with Electronics Donations Programs After the world was plunged into a digital age, many…
DetailsData centers now store more significant amounts of employee and enterprise data than ever. This means maintaining them is more important than ever. Data security should be the top priority for managing data centers. Because of the volume of information they store, data centers should always be safe and secure. Data security is achieved with…
DetailsMinnesota recently became the second state in the nation to enact a right to repair digital devices after incorporating language from previous bills into its budget. Senate File 1598 and House File 1337 were introduced in the state this year, but neither passed out of their chamber of origin. Similar language was added to the…
DetailsAfter the world was plunged into a digital age, many required more devices to conduct business or continue school from home, which created a digital obstacle. It’s no secret that technology prices have increased beyond reasonable expectations, and many people still have difficulty finding working electronics at affordable prices. Value-added IT asset disposition, or vITAD,…
DetailsThis weekend HOBI honors Memorial Day by remembering those who lost their lives in service to our country. Memorial Day has been observed on the last Monday of every May since 1970 and continues to be an honored tradition in the United States. Unlike Veterans Day, where we celebrate all veterans living and deceased, Memorial…
DetailsProblem Solving with vITAD: Re-imaging & Redeployment The rapid evolution of technology has led to a digital age that requires constant upgrades and maintenance, becoming more costly to maintain every year. Over the last few years, the digital divide has increased tremendously, creating a large chasm between those with access to technology and those without…
DetailsAs technology advances and new components are launched, it’s important to understand how those inventions affect our everyday lives. The increasing use of artificial intelligence, in particular, offers plenty of advantages in making everyday life more convenient. For instance, the e-scrap industry can benefit from AI due to the nature and complexity of electronic devices,…
DetailsA significant reason technology is so popular is convenience. Everyday tasks can either be accomplished or aided in some way by technology. Laptops are convenient primarily because they offer many of the same benefits as a desktop but are designed for portable use. However, a common obstacle users face is the size of the screen.…
DetailsAs one of the value-added IT asset disposition, or vITAD, service offerings, ESG reporting is a hot topic in the industry as a way to improve transparency, accountability, and environmental goals in the workplace. Many companies want to implement ESG goals but are unsure how, and The Institute of Scrap Recycling Industries (ISRI) is working…
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