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Many businesses were affected by the pandemic, and the ITAD industry is no exception. Many enterprises were forced to adapt and make a digital transition, others were forced to close down entirely. Among the lingering effects of lockdown, labor shortage continues to be an ongoing problem, especially in the ITAD industry.
Several factors have contributed to the issue of labor shortage, one of the most prominent issues being the onsite work. The pandemic bred a remote working era that has made working from home the preferred method of work. Because the positions in the industry that need to be filled are not remote positions, the industry has become an unattractive option for many.
Another challenge is that the industry is labor-intense and some positions require a certain skill set to fill. Fewer available applicants have the required training and expertise for handling certain types of dangerous material, such as Lithium Ion batteries.
As a result of insufficient labor, costs of services increase and project times are delayed, which leads to warehouse congestion and inability to meet deadlines. Increased lead times slow down the hiring process and can often result in re-evaluation of compensation levels, which can take up even more time. Many ITAD enterprises are still facing this issue today and working hard to maintain client satisfaction despite labor shortage obstacles, but many feel the weight of trying to fill positions with very few options.
The ITAD industry is important for many reasons. ITAD enterprises provide an alternative disposal method for IT assets, ensuring that they are not sent to landfills or burned. Recycling old IT hardware preserves the natural resources required to make more devices, and protects the environment from potential pollution. Some ITAD facilities like HOBI offer repair and refurbishment services to certain devices, prolonging the lifecycle of old devices. This provides another channel for used devices and gives consumers the opportunity to purchase used smartphones or tablets rather than brand new ones.
End of life facilities like HOBI focus on closed-sloop solutions for a circular economy, and help the world work toward a sustainable environment.
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