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The latest industry news, expert tips, and best-practice recommendations for IT Asset Disposition.

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Data Erasure

Data Erasure with HOBI’s Data Erasure Tool: HOBI Shield

A common misconception is that data is removed from a device once reset; however, data remains on IT assets until properly erased, which means irresponsible IT asset management can lead to data breaches even after asset retirement.

Katelyn Harrison March 14, 2024

IT Asset Management

Tips to Protect Your IT Assets From Electrical Damage

Storms often occur during seasonal changes, which can lead to power surges that damage IT assets. Most of the business world has gone digital within the last decade, and knowing how to protect assets from electrical damage can help prevent data loss and damage to data centers.

Katelyn Harrison March 13, 2024

Data Center Services

Partner with an ITAD Provider for Data Center Services

ITAD providers are a one-stop shop for all data center needs, including data erasure and security, decommissioning, relocation, asset management and remarketing, and customized solutions.

Katelyn Harrison March 12, 2024

IT Asset Management

Plan for ITAD to Maximize ROI of Your Off-Lease IT Assets

Increased prices, device turnaround rates, and pressure to keep up with software updates and device upgrades have led companies to seek out alternative methods of IT asset management.

Katelyn Harrison March 11, 2024

Enterprise Asset Services

Reap the Rewards of Partnering With a WBE-Certified Company

By supporting and partnering with women-owned businesses, we are not only assisting with gender equality but also investing in economic empowerment.

Mahlet Dozier March 7, 2024

Mobile Asset Management

Maximize Value with Enterprise Mobile Lifecycle Management

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.

Katelyn Harrison March 6, 2024

Data Security

ITAD Providers Ensure Data Security Throughout Disposition

Having a disposition process saves an enterprise time and money, helps achieve sustainability goals, and protects enterprise data with data security ITAD services.

Katelyn Harrison March 5, 2024

Value-Added ITAD service

Prioritizing ITAD Pivotal For Leasing IT Assets

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.

Katelyn Harrison March 4, 2024

vITAD

vITAD Represents The Progression of IT Asset Disposition

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.

Katelyn Harrison February 29, 2024

Enterprise Asset Services

How to Maximize Enterprise IT Asset Value and Security with ITAD

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.

Katelyn Harrison February 28, 2024

3PL Solutions

Transform Your Logistics Plan with 3PL Reverse Logistics

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.

Katelyn Harrison February 27, 2024

Mobile Asset Management

Enhance Enterprise Asset Value with Mobile Asset Management

Mobile asset management with an IT asset disposition provider like HOBI provides an opportunity to maximize IT asset value through repair, remarketing, and resale.

Katelyn Harrison February 26, 2024

Environmental Services

Environmental Awareness and ESG Goals with an ITAD Provider

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.

Katelyn Harrison February 22, 2024