Category: Blog

Why Did China and Thailand Ban E-Waste Imports?

Several weeks ago, the government in Thailand announced that the country would no longer accept e-waste imports. The announcement comes approximately one year after China’s government officials reached the same decision to ban imports of e-waste sent from countries around the world. Both decisions generated a significant number of headlines, but despite the press coverage, […]

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How Different Types of E-Waste Are Recycled

Recycling electronic devices is much harder than recycling common household materials such as paper and aluminum. Because of this, e-waste is not processed at the same facilities that process paper, plastic, aluminum, and glass. Instead, it is sent to specialized facilities that are equipped to safely and responsibly process these devices. The e-waste recycling process […]

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ITAD Services For Government Agencies

IT asset disposition (ITAD) plans outline how an organization such as a government agency will dispose of outdated or unneeded electronic devices in a responsible manner. This includes recycling electronic devices in a way that does not harm the environment and completely destroying the data that is stored on these devices so it cannot be […]

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Smoke & Mirrors: How To Evaluate An E-waste & ITAD Partner

E-waste and ITAD vendors provide invaluable services to businesses in the U.S. But, some vendors are more reliable than others. There are countless companies that claim to be eco-conscious and committed to data security, but few that actually are. How can you evaluate potential e-waste and ITAD partners to find the right one for your […]

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Study: U.S. Produces the Most E-Waste Per Person

Electronic waste, or e-waste, is a growing problem. People all over the world have contributed to this problem by throwing away electronic waste instead of recycling it responsibly. However, a new study reveals that the people in some countries contribute much more e-waste than others.An Overview of the Bureau of International Recycling (BIR) StudyThe Bureau […]

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ITAD Plans For Small Businesses

Businesses of all sizes own and operate technological devices such as smartphones, tablets, and computers. These devices often contain sensitive data, such as customers’ names, credit card numbers, and other types of personally identifiable information. This information must be kept secure at all times–especially when the devices are no longer being used.If a device is […]

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A Look Back at Cybercrime in the First Quarter of 2018

Cybercrime made headlines in 2017, and so far, it has shown no signs of slowing down in 2018 either. Less than half of the year has passed, and there have already been numerous cybercrime incidents that have affected countless businesses and consumers. Here’s a look at some of the biggest cybercrimes from the first quarter […]

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The Mobile Workforce’s Impact on Your ITAD Plan

Numerous studies have shown that the majority of employees enjoy working remotely. Employees who work remotely can avoid lengthy commutes and find more of a work-life balance. But, they aren’t the only ones who benefit from this arrangement. Offering remote work helps companies retain their talent, improve employee satisfaction, and increase productivity.Remote work is beneficial […]

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