Below is a recap of this week’s blog posts including details on Apple’s recent support of the Right to Repair movement, how to avoid greenwashing by partnering with a vITAD provider, how mobile repair contributes to the circular economy, and recyclable components inside smartphones. Apple Supports Right to Repair in California For years, Apple has…
Mobile devices are non-traditional IT assets that have become critical to the business world but tend to be the most expendable in some cases. When laptops, tablets, or smartphones break, consumers replace them. Enterprises spend hundreds of thousands of dollars on IT hardware, and many are unaware that the lifecycle of retired mobile devices can…
Prior to the pandemic, upgrading electronic devices was almost routine. Annual upgrades ensured that consumers had the latest technology. Recent findings indicate that demand for new devices has slowed as more consumers are content with using the devices they already have for extended periods. Insurance provider Assurant recently conducted a survey and found that 60…
Electronics are used in almost every aspect of daily life. As important as they are, it’s equally important to ensure electronics are properly maintained and upgraded periodically to prevent technical issues. Maintenance can become costly over time, as well as upgrading to new devices. Value-added ITAD services like donations programs help maximize the value of…
Below is a recap of this week’s blog posts including retiring software licenses with vITAD, mobile security management via data security apps, a partnership that created a recycled titanium supply chain, and the environmentally-conscious smartphone hitting shelves in the U.S. Retire Software Licenses with Value-Added IT Asset Disposition Services There are many steps to retiring…
Tech giants around the world are focusing more on sustainability as they roll out new products. From changes in packaging to repair methods, many tech companies are making more of an effort to be environmentally aware. Several companies, including Apple, have developed self-repair kits to help consumers repair their devices at home. Now, iPhones may…