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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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Katelyn Harrison July 1, 2025
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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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Katelyn Harrison June 30, 2025
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Blog

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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Katelyn Harrison June 27, 2025
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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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Katelyn Harrison June 25, 2025
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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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Katelyn Harrison June 24, 2025
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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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Katelyn Harrison June 23, 2025
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Blog

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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Michael Blankenship June 20, 2025
HOBI-Batteries
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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Katelyn Harrison June 19, 2025
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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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Katelyn Harrison June 18, 2025
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ITAD

Meet Net-Zero Goals by Supporting Circularity with ITAD

Circularity isn’t just an industry buzzword; it’s the future. As environmental awareness continues to grow, companies are setting net-zero goals and seeking sustainable solutions to achieve them. The first step is emissions reduction, a feat that can be accomplished by partnering with an ITAD provider for all end-of-use IT asset needs. ITAD providers reduce e-waste, improve circularity by supporting a circular economy, and help companies reach net-zero goals. 

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Katelyn Harrison June 17, 2025
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IT Asset Management

Texas Passes Right to Repair Legislation 

As an essential component of establishing a circular economy, device repair is a cornerstone of device reuse, making it a critical step in accomplishing e-waste reduction. The Right to Repair movement supports consumers’ right to repair their own devices, and is now a topic of legislation in all 50 U.S. states. The latest to pass repair legislation, Texas recently passed a right-to-repair bill that presents a distinct approach from others of its kind. 

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Katelyn Harrison June 16, 2025
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Blog

Juggling More Than Just Operations—Spotlight on Don Simms

This week, HOBI shines a light on ​​Don Simms, Vice President of Opera​​tions. As a Texas native, Don grew up in Fort Worth and now oversees operations at HOBI’s Dallas location. His various operational roles in engineering and project management equipped him with the necessary skills required to develop and oversee the processes and capacity of HOBI operations.

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Katelyn Harrison June 13, 2025
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Blog

Make This Father’s Day Eco-Friendly 

Father’s Day is the perfect time to prioritize the environment while we celebrate fathers and how much they are appreciated. Choosing an environmentally-friendly Father’s Day gift helps protect the ecosystem while celebrating dads worldwide on this special day. Below are some eco-friendly gift ideas to help keep this Father’s Day green. 

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Katelyn Harrison June 12, 2025
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ITAD

Accomplishing Circularity in a Digital Age with ITAD 

Rapid technological advancements during the last decade have thrust the world into a digitally driven era that continues to evolve at an increasing rate. Although technology is beneficial in many ways, rapid technological deployment has also created a global e-waste crisis that can only be solved via circularity with an ITAD provider. 

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Katelyn Harrison June 11, 2025
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Data Security

Data Security Concerns Drive Unnecessary Device Disposal

One of the primary reasons for data loss is device theft. Mobile devices, such as phones and tablets, are becoming increasingly small and are also easier to swipe or misplace. In 2023, approximately 1.4 million mobile phones were reported stolen across the United States. As a bigger issue than ransomware or even stolen credentials, device theft happens every day and may be the new cause of unnecessary device disposal. 

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Katelyn Harrison June 10, 2025

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