ESG and automation will define IT Asset Disposition in 2025
As we approach 2025, the IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) industry is undergoing transformative changes driven by shifting client expectations, technological advancements, and evolving environmental priorities. By Wale Arewa, CEO of Xperien Here are three key trends...
Sustainability and the future of IT asset disposition
As we approach 2025, the call for businesses to prioritise sustainability and accountability has never been louder - or more urgent. With stakeholders demanding tangible action, IT asset disposition (ITAD) emerges as a critical area where responsible recycling and...
What to do with your old servers when transitioning to the cloud?
As businesses move to the cloud, the question of what to do with legacy IT infrastructure – especially older servers – becomes increasingly pressing. Rather than discarding these assets, companies should consider refurbishing servers, a sustainable and financially...
Business continuity and data management key for healthcare
Ransomware attacks are a growing concern for healthcare facilities worldwide, with attacks wreaking havoc, including encrypting complex patient records, cancelling appointments, delaying life-saving surgeries, and even rerouting ambulances. By Hemant Harie, group...
The financial upside of refurbishing IT assets
Electronic devices are everywhere, yet many older models are often left unused in storage rooms. By Ryan Birkenbach, ITAD manager at Desco Electronic Recyclers While these tools are essential for business operations, their limited lifespan presents a challenge: what...
A new approach to lithium-ion battery waste
Desco Electronic Recyclers is addressing the challenges posed by the disposal of lithium-ion (Li-Ion) batteries. Contrary to widespread misconceptions, the company is implementing sophisticated, effective recycling processes, ensuring that valuable materials are...
Protect brand reputation with responsible electronics disposal
Brand protection through responsible recycling goes beyond mere compliance and environmental stewardship. It involves preserving a brand's integrity by preventing defective or obsolete products from re-entering the market. This is particularly crucial for products...
Integrate ESG principles in IT asset disposal strategies
Companies that adopt ITAD practices will not only lessen their environmental footprint and boost their social impact, but also cultivate stronger, more resilient brands that are prepared to face future challenges. By Wale Arewa, CEO of Xperien IT asset disposition...
Systems that build resilience key to business success
How quickly a business is able to respond in the face of a disruption could make or break it. In a difficult economic landscape, it's critical to use systems that ensure that the show goes on, even when the lights don't. By Nic Laschinger, chief technology officer of...
Used electronics can power sustainable ESG growth
The focus on Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) factors has become increasingly prominent. From reducing carbon footprints to fostering social equity, organisations are aligning their strategies with sustainable practices. However, one area that often goes...
A guide to responsible appliance disposal
E-waste from electrical and electronic appliances and devices is becoming a major problem for South Africa. According to Gauteng's government website, the country produces around 360 000 tons of e-waste every year, with the province accounting for 55% of that volume....
AI breathes new life into DR
What are the key considerations for organisations wanting to bed down robust and resilient disaster recovery in the age of artificial intelligence, asks Ellouise Langeveld, senior specialist: solutions at Altron Karabina. Artificial intelligence (AI) has the...