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Mobile Asset Management

Right to Repair Policies and Enterprise Mobility Remarketing

Beginning in 2012 in Massachusetts, the Right to Repair movement has become a global phenomenon, with repair legislation introduced or passed in all 50 U.S. states. As the world becomes more digital, one thing companies should focus on is the right to repair enterprise mobility.

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ITAD

Remarketing 101: Offset IT Refresh Costs With Value Recovery

Many companies face pressure to refresh their IT equipment to keep it up to date, but never consider remarketing it. Factors like warranty expirations, performance needs, and security posture drive pressure to update assets, but many enterprises face budget constraints.

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ITAD

AI Memory Shortage: Market Shifts and How ITAD Supports Enterprise Supply

AI is disrupting the technology industry, driving up memory prices. As of February, DRAM and NAND flash memory prices have surged, with some expected to rise by 90–95 percent by next quarter. Increasing AI workloads and infrastructure expansions have caused a major spike in memory demand, resulting in higher refresh costs for enterprises across the board.

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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. 

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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. 

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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.

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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.

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