Technology is a staple in the business world as a bridge of communication and collaboration, and IT asset disposition should be a primary concern for any company. From digital media to digital storage, much of daily life relies heavily upon IT equipment such as phones, laptops, desktops, tablets, and even data centers. Constant updates and upgrades are required to ensure IT assets continue to function properly, leaving many assets in need of disposition. ITAD enterprises like HOBI function as a one-stop shop for all end-of-use needs, including recycling, but ITAD providers also offer a range of services that benefit other companies.
Data Security & Destruction
IT assets store significant amounts of enterprise and employee information, especially the servers in data centers. Data security is a priority for any organization, and ITAD providers offer guaranteed data security after asset retirement with certified data destruction. Data remains on IT hardware until properly sanitized, leaving large amounts vulnerable after assets are retired. Data breaches can be detrimental to a company’s reputation and result in extensive legal issues.
In 2023, there were 3,205 publicly reported data breaches globally, affecting 353,027,892 individuals. In 2024, that number decreased slightly to 3,158 cases. However, more than 1.35 billion individuals were affected in the same year by data compromises, including data breaches, leakage, and exposure. Data centers and other IT equipment are often targets for data theft, and data erasure after asset retirement is crucial for data protection. HOBI uses an internally developed data erasure software, the HOBI Shield, that completely erases data from a device. Any devices that cannot be erased are destroyed via shredding technology to prevent further data leaks.
Maximize ROI with Repair & Refurbishment
Device reuse is rising in popularity as technology prices continue to soar, but many office assets are still in working order when they are retired. ITAD providers offer repair and refurbishment services for such assets to help maximize the value of retired IT assets. Whether due to budget restraints or location, many still do not have access to specific electronic devices, and asset redeployment helps bridge this digital divide while also keeping used assets in circulation and out of the waste stream. Providing a service to the community helps companies achieve social ESG goals and boosts environmental credibility via reuse.
Environmental Benefits
Few businesses have disposition plans for retired IT assets, which can lead to poor e-waste management. Electronics recycling is the safest, most environmentally friendly manner of disposal for these hazardous materials, and HOBI facilities like HOBI prioritize environmental safety at every step of the disposition process. HOBI also practices legislative compliance at every stage. In addition to our R2v3, RIOS, and ISO 14001 certifications, we are a woman-owned WBE-certified ITAD enterprise with more than 30 years of experience in the industry. HOBI also provides value-added services that benefit clients as the industry expands.
For more information about our ITAD services, call 817-814-2620 or contact HOBI at sales@hobi.com.