Several standard methods are used to dispose of unwanted or retired IT assets, but only one is environmentally friendly while protecting the health of those in surrounding areas.
The ITAD industry is evolving to include a new list of criteria and expectations to meet these needs with value-added IT asset disposition, or vITAD, a term pioneered by HOBI to describe the industry changes.
The Annual Reported Waste and Recycling Facility Fires Report for January revealed a decrease in lithium-ion battery fires in the waste industry, with 373 incidents in 2023 compared to 390 the previous year. Proper storage and safety measures are key to preventing these fires. HOBI provides safe lithium-ion battery recycling services and IT asset management. For more information, contact HOBI at sales@hobi.com or call 817-814-2620.
Below is a recap of this week’s blog posts including how to make vITAD your new year’s resolution, some e-recycling tips for 2024, and how to keep your data safe this year.
After the holidays, many are left with old electronics like tablets, smartphones, smartwatches, headphones, laptops, gaming systems, and more, and are often unsure of what to do with them. Proper IT asset disposition is becoming increasingly critical in order to keep the environment clean and healthy.
It’s been a remarkable year, with discussions ranging from innovative asset disposition concepts to influential speaking engagements and significant industry changes. Here’s a look at the top blog posts that captured our readers’ attention in 2023:
There are many barriers to e-waste recycling. As manufacturers release new and more sophisticated versions of electronic devices, consumers get rid of the older models and replace them with the newer versions. This pattern causes the amount of e-waste generated as trash to skyrocket, not to mention the barriers that prevent individuals from willingly participating in e-waste recycling.
Below is a recap of this week’s blog posts including a new survey showing Americans’ apprehension about EV battery destruction, why repair advocates are requesting rules for manufacturers, how ESG reporting should include data security elements, and a year in review recap of HOBI’s most informative blog posts for 2023.
Below is a recap of this week’s blog posts including partnering with an ITAD provider for end of year IT asset disposition, details on why NYC just cut curbside e-scrap pick-up services, what to look for in a vITAD provider, and how to practice proper IT asset management during IATAM awareness month.
Value-added IT asset disposition provides solutions to navigate new hurdles in the industry presented by recent changes via additional services HOBI refers to as vITAD.
