Enterprise IT asset managers should adopt effective ITAD practices to dispose of outdated technology, including choosing certified providers and ensuring eco-friendly disposal for maximizing asset return value.
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.
With Thanksgiving quickly approaching, HOBI would like to wish you and your loved ones a very happy and blessed holiday. We also would like to remind and encourage everyone to keep it eco-friendly and to safeguard the environment this holiday season.
Smartphones are an essential part of most people’s daily lives. With most people replacing their smartphones as often as every three to four years, older models rapidly become outdated.
Lithium-ion batteries are hazardous, which means shipping and handling them is risky. These batteries, which can power both large and small elements, are known to pose fire risks. As a result, rules and regulations exist regarding their initial and return shipping.
Preparing IT assets for safe shipping requires proper procedures and materials. ITAD and reverse logistics companies provide this service, but in some instances, clients take on the burden of preparing equipment for shipping, HOBI’s logistics team offers these guidelines to its clients for packing, loading, and storing equipment.
The electronics market started to decline in production in 2020 due to the Covid-19 pandemic, and recent data indicates consumers are not purchasing new electronics at the same rate as previous years.