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Hitting the Road with Cole Lowe & Mr. O’Malley 

This week, HOBI’s employee spotlight features a fellow creative—a traveler who spent many days far from home serving his country before joining the HOBI team, then hitting the road again! Cole Lowe originally hails from the Dallas/Fort Worth Metroplex. He has spent much of his time traveling across the country—and the globe—serving in the United States Marine Corps, where he worked in supply and logistics administration.

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ITAD

Sustainability Solutions with an ITAD Provider 

Sustainability is a challenge that is growing increasingly more important as technology continues to advance, and businesses are taking steps to reduce their negative carbon impact. E-waste is a significant contributor to the waste crisis, as more electronics are discarded in favor of newer models. A common misconception is that actions don’t matter. However, when it comes to e-waste disposal, every action contributes to reducing hazardous materials, and partnering with an ITAD provider for sustainability solutions helps reduce carbon emissions, supports a circular economy, and ensures data security after asset retirement. 

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IT Asset Disposition

California Expands Battery Bill to Include OEM Requirements 

Batteries have been a significant obstacle in the waste industry for years, and the increasing number of incidents is prompting many states to implement new requirements for battery-containing devices, including proper e-waste disposal. California recently amended an existing battery bill, expanding OEM requirements for battery-embedded devices. 

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Reverse Logistics

Improve Your ITAD Strategy with Secure Logistics Solutions 

When it comes to IT asset disposition, logistics is more important than many people realize. From secure packaging and storage to clear communication, logistics services go beyond asset transport and often provide an additional level of data security. ITAD providers offer customized reverse logistics solutions for retired IT assets, including data centers, as well as data protection assurance and carbon emission reduction. 

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Tips for an Environmentally Friendly Independence Day 

In 1776, the Declaration of Independence was adopted, paving the way for the thirteen American colonies to separate from Great Britain and establishing the United States of America as an independent nation. As we celebrate America’s independence this weekend, it is essential to consider the environment and participate in environmentally friendly activities. 

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HOBI’s Dallas Facility Achieves NAID AAA Certification

HOBI International, Inc. is proud to announce that our Dallas facility has earned the NAID AAA Certification, the highest level of accreditation from the National Association for Information Destruction (NAID). This achievement underscores our ongoing commitment to providing secure, compliant, and environmentally responsible data destruction and IT asset disposition (ITAD) services to our clients nationwide.

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ITAD

Focus on Sustainable Solutions to Reduce Carbon Impact 

As a hot topic in the business world, carbon impact is becoming an important focus area for many businesses. Greenhouse gas emissions from electronic devices and their waste increased by about 53 percent from 2014 to 2020. It is estimated that 852 metric tonnes of CO2 compounds will be emitted from e-waste by 2030. Partnering with an ITAD provider for sustainable solutions will help reduce negative carbon impact by keeping assets in circulation, reducing the need for new devices, and responsibly disposing of electronic waste. 

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ITAD

New Basel Rules Cause E-Scrap Issues 

At the beginning of the year, the Basel Convention expanded the scope of end-of-life electronics it regulates. The new language broadens the definition of what is considered e-scrap, but the new regulations are creating issues for metals in Thailand. 

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Crafter, Gardener, & Food Connoisseur: The Many Hats of Lacey Baker

Working in Human Resources is a bit like herding cats—chaotic and more than a little gruelling, but no one can keep a team on track like Lacey Baker. Born and raised on the rural outskirts of Dallas, Texas, Lacey never strayed too far from her hometown, besides the occasional lake trip, and continues to thrive at HOBI’s Dallas facility. After many years of climbing the HR ladder, she joined the HOBI team as HR Director, a role she has held for 13 years. 

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ESG

Transparency & Sustainability via ESG with an ITAD Provider 

Environmental standards are increasing, prompting companies to adopt sustainability strategies. Reporting methods have become a popular tool for measuring carbon output and tracking environmental progress. In the waste industry, some ITAD providers offer ESG reporting to help clients track and manage GHG emissions and reduce their carbon footprint. 

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Data Center Services

ITAD Partners Provide Comprehensive Data Center Solutions  

Data centers are the most critical and expensive, and improper disposition of data center equipment can result in data loss, data theft, and significant costs. IT asset disposition (ITAD) enterprises provide more than just simple disposition; their services encompass all IT assets, including data centers. As the storage hub for enterprise information, decommissioning is a tedious process. Partnering with an ITAD provider for data center solutions saves time, budget funds, and guarantees data security throughout the disposition process. 

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ITAD

Accomplish True Sustainability with an ITAD Service Provider 

In the race to sustainability, utilizing an ITAD provider for responsible IT asset management and disposition will enhance environmental credibility, maximize the value of retired assets, and help companies achieve true sustainability through environmentally sound e-waste disposal. Sustainability is all the rage, but true sustainability lies in the balance of economic development, social progress, and environmental protection. 

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Hired First, Still Here: Jason Radakovich’s 31-Year Run at HOBI

Jason didn’t just join the team—he was the team. HOBI’s first-ever hire has now spent 31 years growing alongside the company, evolving from employee number one to Vice President of Sales and ITAD Services. That’s three decades of handshakes, client calls, and tech transformations—and he’s still going strong.

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ITAD

Uptick in Battery Fires Spurs Advance of NY Stewardship Bill

Batteries have long been a significant obstacle in the waste industry, and the increasing popularity of mobile electronics has led to a rise in the annual number of battery fires. E-mobility gadgets, such as e-bikes and e-scooters, have also seen an increase in use, leading to a surge in battery fires occurring in residential buildings and homes. This has inspired New York legislators to introduce a battery extended producer responsibility (EPR) update bill to the governor, following Connecticut’s governor, who signed a broad battery EPR law last week. 

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ITAD

Choose a Single Vendor for End-of-Use ITAD Services

IT asset disposition is often put off due to the time and money it takes to research and acquire vendors. Responsible IT asset disposition includes data destruction, logistics for equipment pickup and transportation, and a certified electronics recycler. Many companies want to resell their retired IT hardware, which also requires time and budget for repair and refurbishment services, as well as guaranteed data erasure. Finding separate vendors is time-consuming and costly, but IT asset disposition ( ITAD) providers offer a range of end-of-use solutions for retired IT assets, all under one roof. 

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