IT assets are a significant component of a smooth-running business, especially in a digital age. Phones, computers, tablets, printers, scanners, and laptops are necessary for communicating in-office and remotely, and their disposition is even more important. According to TechVera, the average small company spends 6.9% of its revenue on information technology; every few years, that equipment needs to be replaced. IT asset disposition is typically an afterthought, usually after hardware piles up in corners and storage closets, but finding an all-inclusive ITAD provider can eliminate the stress of getting rid of excess IT equipment.
Find the Right ITAD Provider for Your Business
When searching for the right ITAD provider, there is much to consider. For instance, are they capable of keeping your data safe? What are their data security protocols? Do they offer reverse logistics services? Are they up to date with the latest industry compliance standards? It can be overwhelming, but we’ve gathered some tips to help you narrow down exactly what to look for when searching for an ITAD provider.
- Data security is arguably one of the most essential facets of an enterprise, and it’s critical to ensure that no data breaches occur, even in disposition. When searching for an ITAD provider, consider security features such as cameras and padlock cages, and other services such as data erasure. How do they plan to protect your data? HOBI uses an internally developed tool, the HOBI Shield®, that completely wipes all data from devices before repair or recycling. Any devices in which that data cannot be completely removed are shredded.
- As the keeper of all enterprise and employee information, data centers are often a target for hackers, and their decommission should be handled with care by professionals. HOBI offers comprehensive data center solutions that minimize downtime and maximize return on assets.
- IT asset disposition requires the transportation of IT assets, which requires a careful package process and reverse logistics solutions. In addition, many companies these days have remote workers, and finding an ITAD partner who supports remote clients is becoming more important. HOBI provides cost-effective onsite and remote IT and mobile asset transportation solutions worldwide. HOBI’s Remote Box Program enables remote clients to get the ITAD service they need without compromising their health or safety.
- An essential part of any ITAD enterprise is compliance. As an R2 RIOS and ISO-14001 certified facility, HOBI provides outsourced compliance assurance programs to mitigate compliance risks at all levels.
Proper IT asset disposition is important to protect the environment and reduce e-waste. The more e-waste kept out of landfills, the closer we are to creating a more sustainable future.
For more information about our ITAD services, call 817-814-2620 or contact HOBI at sales@hobi.com.