J.R.R. Tolkien wrote that not all those who wander are lost, and HOBI’s next employee spotlight shines on a future engineer with a traveler’s heart and a deep appreciation for all things automotive. Born in Mexico, Cesar Hernandez has lived in the U.S. for most of his life, primarily beneath the Texas sun.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
Battery fires continue to increase globally each year, spurring a need for proper IT asset disposition. July marked a new high for battery-related fires, with 56 reported fire incidents, the most ever recorded in a single month, according to Ryan Fogelman. Since 2016, Fogelman has been compiling and publishing “The Reported Waste & Recycling Facility Fire In The US/CAN”. As the Vice President of Strategic Partnerships for Fire Rover, Fogelman speaks regularly on the scope of…
Safeguarding data is a top priority for many companies, but it is becoming more difficult in an increasingly digital era. Digital problems require digital solutions, and proper IT asset disposition helps ensure data is protected regardless of the situation. Partnering with an ITAD provider for data destruction guarantees that data is safe even after asset retirement. ITAD providers also offer reverse logistics services, which contribute an additional level of data security that is often not considered.
Some people live in the spotlight, but this week’s employee spotlight shines on a man who thrives in the quiet edges of a room. Content with simple pleasures and stimulating conversation, Rick Madson is a man of many mysteries, a mediocre golf swing, and the superhuman ability to survive without coffee.