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ITAD

ITAD and MSP Partnerships that Enterprise Clients Trust

See how and ITAD and MSP partnership delivers secure decommissioning, full audit trails, clear SLAs, and stronger value recovery for enterprise clients with one process.

Michael Blankenship February 11, 2026

IT Asset Management

Lithium Battery Handling for Enterprise Returns: 8 Critical Controls to Reduce Risk and Cost

As a core ITAD responsibility, handling lithium battery handling is a top priority. IT assets undergo a rigorous sorting process, and battery removal is conducted in full compliance with all applicable laws and regulations, including required certifications, safety tools, and policies to minimize fire risk.

Katelyn Harrison February 9, 2026

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IT Asset Management

Secure Chain of Custody: A Practical Guide for Multisite Enterprises

Proper IT asset management is a proactive solution to chain-of-custody gaps, and we’ve created a practical guide for multisite enterprises to help strengthen the chain of custody ahead of audits. This guide includes steps, controls, and guidance on choosing a partner for multisite ITAD.

Katelyn Harrison February 4, 2026

IT Asset Disposition

Cheers to 34 Years of HOBI International, Inc.

Today marks HOBI International Inc.’s 34th year as a leading IT and mobile asset disposition provider. From a small, family-owned operation in a dusty corner of a garage to an international success, HOBI is now one of the most competitive and innovative ITAD providers in the country.

Katelyn Harrison February 2, 2026

ITAD

OEM and Enterprise Partnerships in ITAD: Reduce Risk and Recover Value

Learn how OEM and enterprise partnerships in ITAD reduce risk, protect data, and recover value through certified processes, clear KPIs, and transparent reporting.

Katelyn Harrison January 28, 2026

Circular Economy

Beyond the Help Desk: How Circular IT Creates a White-Glove Client Experience

Circular IT from HOBI secures retired assets, turns e-waste into budget, and delivers audit-ready ESG reporting. Close the loop and give your users a true white-glove experience.

Michael Blankenship January 26, 2026

Data Center Services

6 Proven Steps to a Safe, Compliant Data Center Decommission

Data centers are driving the need for enhanced data security. Digital storage has replaced decades of filing cabinets, but data centers are vulnerable to digital data theft when they are retired. Because data is primarily stored digitally nowadays, it is easy to forget about the need for security after the equipment is retired, but data centers are just as vulnerable as other IT assets when improperly decommissioned.

Katelyn Harrison January 21, 2026

IT Asset Disposition

7 Common ITAD Mistakes IT Asset Managers Make, And How To Avoid Them With An R2v3 Certified Partner

IT asset managers face real risk during disposition. See seven common mistakes and the fixes, from NIST-aligned data sanitization to chain of custody, SLAs, and reporting.

Michael Blankenship January 19, 2026

IT Asset Management

Full Transparency in ITAD: 7 Essential Controls from Pickup to Final Destruction

IT asset disposition isn’t just getting rid of old IT assets. Coordinating with a trustworthy logistics team, identifying which assets can deliver greater value, increasing enterprise ROI, ensuring data remains secure throughout the process, and finding an ITAD provider with the right capabilities are crucial. With growing scrutiny from auditors, regulators, and ESG stakeholders, ITAD transparency is no longer a marketing claim; it’s an industry standard.

Katelyn Harrison January 14, 2026

ITAD

B2B ITAD in 2026: How to Adapt to Faster Tech Cycles

CES 2026 confirmed faster refresh cycles and AI-heavy devices. See how your ITAD program can keep pace with data security, reuse, battery safety, and ESG reporting.

Michael Blankenship January 12, 2026

ITAD

Remote Workforce Returns That Don’t Go Missing: 7 Proven Controls to Cut Loss Rates

The rise of remote working began with the pandemic in 2020 and has since grown into a full-scale way of working. Most businesses have remote or hybrid employees, and schools switch to remote learning during inclement weather. The digital era has enabled remote working, helping the business world adapt to worldwide challenges, but it has also created new hurdles in the ITAD space.

Katelyn Harrison January 7, 2026

IT Asset Disposition

Are Remote Management Locks Stalling Your ITAD Strategy?

Remote management locks can delay ITAD, reduce resale value, and increase costs. Learn how to identify, clear, and manage locked devices before they derail your ITAD strategy.

Michael Blankenship January 5, 2026

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Circular ITAD in 2026: Practical Steps for Enterprises

2026 will be the year of new rules for the waste industry. Several new industry regulations will take effect in the new year, including the EU Waste Shipment Regulation, effective May 21, 2026, which will enforce tighter export limits and require record-keeping.

Katelyn Harrison December 31, 2025

ITAD

2025 in ITAD: 5 Critical Takeaways to Carry Into the New Year

ITAD in 2025 set a new bar. See five takeaways you can use in 2026, security proof, chain-of-custody, ESG reporting, and value recovery across reuse and resale.

Michael Blankenship December 29, 2025

IT Asset Disposition

Holiday Downtime IT Asset Checklist: 9 Smart Steps for a Clean Start to 2026

The holidays are typically a high-stress point for many businesses. Slowdowns create bottlenecks and delays, but they also create opportunities for IT work. Holiday slowdowns produce fewer users, lighter ticket volumes, fewer meetings, and more available facilities. This provides some downtime for IT upgrades, proactive maintenance, and strategic planning, especially for IT asset disposition. This is a time to reset asset controls, update inventory lists, and lay out a fresh ITAD plan for the new year. We’ve created an IT asset checklist to help you start 2026 clean, secure, and organized.

Katelyn Harrison December 22, 2025