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Engineering Feats and Printer Woes with the Creator of HOBI Shield 

HOBI’s next employee spotlight shines on the developer of HOBI’s data erasure tool, HOBI Shield. One half of a HOBI team duo, Rick Vernam shares his wife’s love of staying busy, enjoys trying new things, and harbors a deep loathing of printers.  Originally from Naperville, Illinois, Rick didn’t travel far to join the HOBI team. After starting a family young and pouring all of their energy into raising kids, he and his wife, Leslie, now

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IT Asset Disposition

7 Ways to Fund Your Q1 Device Refresh with Q4 ITAD Disposals

Turn year-end device disposals into Q1 refresh funding. This guide shows seven practical ways to recover value, cut risk, and strengthen ESG reporting using an ITAD program built on NIST SP 800-88 and R2v3 standards. Includes steps to reduce storage costs and improve procurement terms this quarter.

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Value-Added ITAD service

5 Strategies for ITAD Vendor Transitions and ROI Protection

Switching IT vendors can expose your organization to data risks, compliance issues, and missed ROI opportunities. Learn how a strategic ITAD plan ensures secure vendor transitions, protects sensitive information, maintains chain-of-custody, and recovers asset value — turning offboarding into a structured, profitable part of your IT lifecycle.

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Greg Jocke: On the Clock with HOBI’s IT Sales Manager 

This week, HOBI’s employee spotlight shines on a father of two with strong attention to detail and a deep appreciation for family time. Part of the ITAD process involves repairing devices for resale, and Greg Jocke oversees the transfer from one lifecycle to another.

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IT asset lifecycle

5 Costly ITAD Budgeting Mistakes Enterprises Make and How to Avoid Them

Most enterprises underestimate ITAD budgeting, leading to hidden costs, compliance risks, and lost ROI. From treating ITAD as an afterthought to choosing vendors on price alone, this post explores five common mistakes and how to avoid them. Learn how smarter budgeting transforms ITAD into a driver of value and sustainability.

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Steven Saunders: HOBI’s New Kid on the Block

This week, HOBI welcomed its newest team member, Steven Saunders, a newlywed and fitness junkie with a love for the outdoors and a passion for connecting with people. An Arizona native, Steven grew up in a small mountain town that fostered his love of cool weather and all things outdoors. He moved from the mountain terrain of Sierra Vista to the rolling plains of Texas, trading nicer weather for spicier food, where he recently joined the HOBI business development team. 

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Data Security Risks When Delaying IT Asset Decommissioning
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Ensuring Data Security in ITAD: 4 Risks and Best Practices

Delaying IT asset decommissioning creates hidden risks. Idle devices expose sensitive data, weaken chain-of-custody, invite compliance failures, and lose resale value by the day. Learn how a secure ITAD strategy protects data, ensures regulatory compliance, and recovers maximum ROI — turning a costly delay into a competitive advantage.

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Mobile Asset Management

Device Reuse May Decline as Trade-In Values Rise  

Mobile devices have skyrocketed in popularity within the last decade, and AI may be increasing the device trade-in rate. With new models released annually, many people trade in their old devices every year or two. Rising prices and more rapid deployments of technology have caused many consumers to keep their devices longer; however, recent data shows that upgrade timing is being shaped by a mixture of mobile provider promotions and emerging interest in on-device AI, which could cause a decline in device reuse. 

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