Category: Information Technology Asset Disposal
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Independence, Responsibility and the Future of ITAD
Why Supporting Independent IT Asset Disposition Companies Matters in America’s 250th Year As we celebrate Independence Day in 2026, Americans have a unique milestone to reflect upon. This Fourth of July marks the 250th anniversary since the signing of the Declaration of Independence. It’s a moment to honor the principles that have shaped our nation: freedom,…
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Our Power, Our Planet: Driving Change for a Sustainable Future
Our Power, Our Planet: How Businesses Can Lead the Way in Electronics Recycling Earth Day’s theme—Our Power, Our Planet—is more than a slogan. It’s a reminder that the greatest influence on our environment often comes from collective action. For businesses and organizations, that influence is especially powerful. While individuals play an important role, companies sit at…
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Electronics Value Recovery Celebrates Reman Day
Why Does EVR Celebrate “Reman Day?” What is “Reman Day”? This year the date is April 23rd, the day after Earth Day. Led by the Remanufacturing Industries Council (RIC), this is a global movement. The purpose is to raise awareness of the importance of remanufacturing in the circular economy. Like America Recycles Day and Global…
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A Timely Reminder at Valentine’s Day
Responsible IT Asset Disposition As organizations modernize their IT environments, the focus is often on innovation and deployment. Like a new romance, getting new tech is exciting! Equally critical — but frequently underemphasized — is how technology is retired. Information Technology Asset Disposition (ITAD) is a strategic function that directly impacts data security, regulatory compliance,…
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Data Privacy Day – January 28
Data Privacy From Creation to End-of-Life Data privacy is often associated with passwords, encryption, and cybersecurity — but true privacy protection goes further. It includes what happens to data at the end of its life. When personal or business data is no longer needed, how it is stored, deleted, or destroyed can make the difference…
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Celebrating National Technology Day
Why National Technology Day Matters From the first microchip to the powerful devices we now carry in our pockets, technology has fundamentally reshaped the way we live, work and connect. On National Technology Day, we take a moment to celebrate not only technological advancement, but also the spirit of innovation that continues to drive progress…
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Give Tech a Second Life This Holiday Season
The holidays often bring exciting new devices—smartphones, laptops, tablets, and gadgets that make life and work easier. If you’re upgrading this season, it’s the perfect moment to think about what happens to the electronics you’re replacing. You can give your old tech a second life this holiday season by recycling. Responsibly recycling electronics matters. Old…
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IT Asset Disposal Doesn’t Have to Be Scary
When October rolls around, ghosts, goblins, and ghouls aren’t the only things that can send shivers down your spine. For many businesses, the real fright comes from what’s lurking inside old laptops, servers, and hard drives—sensitive data that could cause serious harm if not properly managed at end-of-life. The good news? IT Asset Disposal (ITAD) doesn’t…
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Windows 10: The Final Countdown
Resist the urge to hum the one-hit wonder popularized by the film Rocky IV. Microsoft will officially end support for the Windows 10 Operating System (OS) in less than a month. Back in 2021, when Microsoft first announced the October 15, 2025 cutoff, most of the world was focused on pandemic recovery, remote work setups,…
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5 Ways to Celebrate National Old Stuff Day at the Office
Bet you didn’t know this was a thing! I first discovered it four years ago, and here we are—STILL celebrating and STILL finding old stuff to clear out. If you thought this was just a personal endeavor, think again! Even though it falls on a Sunday this year, you can still turn National Old Stuff…