The Modern Importance of Electronics Recycling

As we move forward into 2011, recycling has become a buzzword we hear everywhere. From the workplace to schools to our homes, going green has become the thing to do. While many people understand the importance of recycling paper and plastic products, many are unaware of the importance of recycling electronics.

The value of businesses as good environmental stewards is at an all-time high. Today’s companies can be environmentally responsible by taking simple measures to ensure they are properly executing enterprise IT asset recycling. Having a trusted partner that excels in this field is a big advantage. Corporations across the globe trust HOBI International, an R2 and ISO 14001 certified company, to provide leadership and services in remarketing and disposal for enterprise IT asset recycling.

THE CONSUMER LEVEL TRANSLATES TO THE CORPORATE

With the rapid rate of technological advancement, electronics are in a constant state of replacement. Think about it – do you have the same cell phone you had five year ago? Three years ago? Even one year ago? Have you bought a new TV in the last five years? What about your computer at home? Now, stop and think for a few seconds about the millions of people in America alone that have also made these replacement purchases for their old electronics and the millions of pounds of waste that have been put into our landfills as a result. Now translate that to the corporate level. Businesses must also consider the importance of their enterprise IT asset recycling.

Not only do businesses have to consider the environmental ramifications of hardware recycling, just as important is the critical issue of secure data disposal and data erasure. HOBI International has provided best-in-class services on both fronts and is a valued partner for industry-leading global businesses.

THE SPEED OF TECHNOLOGY

Unfortunately with electronics, the most harmful part of the waste equation is not the filling of landfills. Most electronics contain harmful chemicals that are extremely dangerous if not disposed of properly. Does your business utilize media? Have you upgraded projectors or televisions in the last decade? Each piece of electronics represents a potentially serious health hazard and environmental problem.

With over 40 million computers becoming obsolete each year – the majority of those being replaced by corporations – it’s imperative to partner with a company that excels in enterprise IT asset recycling. HOBI International has provided certified and responsible disposal solutions for IT and cellular assets for over 19 years. If you’re tasked with the management of IT assets in your company, or can influence the person who is, make sure your electronics are properly recycled. After all, as nice as implementing new IT assets may be, knowing that those old computers are being properly recycled is just as important.