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...
AI breathes new life into DR

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...

Harness IT asset disposition for environmental leadership

In an era where sustainability is no longer a choice but a necessity, businesses worldwide are reevaluating their operational practices to align with environmental stewardship, corporate governance, and data security imperatives. At the heart of this transformative...

A guide to tackling your company’s e-waste challenges

In our digital age, electronic devices are pervasive, and businesses cannot function without them – from computers to printers and mobile phones to tablets, televisions, and even refrigerators, electronic components are everywhere. By Raeford Liebenberg, manager...

The evolution of IT asset disposition in SA

IT asset disposition (ITAD) in South Africa has undergone a remarkable transformation since the early 2000s. By Wale Arewa, CEO of Xperien Back then, ITAD was a relatively unknown concept, with the market primarily dominated by used computer dealers offering asset...

The strategic value of outsourcing in 2024

Outsourcing is more than just catching an expert by the digital tail and swinging them into the enterprise, it’s a strategic investment into a long-term collaboration. Outsourcing essential business operations across multiple departments and functions has proven...