Environmental
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Managing eWaste at Rental Properties
TVs and electronics become outdated faster than anything else. With people wanting the newest and best, the ‘old’ electronics often get left behind. Property managers in Sioux Falls have to deal with tenants leaving behind everything from Stereos and Speakers, to Televisions and Computers, to Monitors and Microwaves, and everything in between. When it comes to electronic […]
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Why IT Asset Disposition is Crucial for Your Business
Every business has to prioritize tasks and spending, and the bottom line is to make money, which naturally places the priority on tasks that lead to this end. However, making money isn’t enough. You also have to avoid losing money, and this means putting protections in place that safeguard your company against a variety of […]
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Risk Mitigation when Dealing with IT Asset Disposal
One of the biggest problems facing many companies is keeping up with the breakneck speeds at which technology is advancing. In the last three decades alone, we’ve gone from landlines, to cell phones, to smart phones and other wireless devices, and computer technologies are advancing just as rapidly. This has created all kinds of risks […]
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The Importance of Electronics Recycling
Although federal and state laws are a little slow on the uptake when it comes to regulating e-waste, responsible businesses, institutions and individuals are jumping on the eco-friendly bandwagon when it comes to recycling their old computers and electronic devices rather than sending them to the landfill. As an organization utilizing advanced technologies, you’re no […]
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$27.8M Fine for Improper Disposal
Last week, the home improvement retailer Home Depot was ordered to pay $27 million for the improper disposal of hazardous waste, including batteries, electronics, and customer information. The state’s attorney general said they will pay about $16 million in civil penalties, $9 million toward environmental protection and compliance, and nearly $2 million to cover costs. Chain of Custody and the […]
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What to Do Before Recycling Your Computer
When it’s time to upgrade your used computer equipment, it’s important to dispose of the old devices legally and securely. Electronics from commercial generators are regulated as hazardous waste and must comply with Federal, State and Local landfill bans. Data security legislation also requires businesses and organizations to properly destroy data on obsolete devices. Computers, […]
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When is my Equipment Obsolete?
Every few months, operating system updates are being rolled out. In the past, these updates were only released every 3-4 years and just a percentage of users would upgrade due to the cost and overall hassle. Today, these updates must be installed immediately to ensure data security. If an update or patch is missed, it […]
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Employee & Community eWaste Events
Many businesses and communities are realizing the benefits of hosting an Electronics Recycling Collection Event for their employees or their communities. By providing an easy way for people to safely dispose of e-waste, you can promote your environmental initiative, keep universal waste out of the landfill, and boost morale. Hosting an electronics collection event requires significant planning to […]
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Free Electronics Recycling
When getting rid of old computer equipment, “free” recycling sounds like a heck of a deal right? Unfortunately, as with most “free” offers, there’s usually a catch. It may not be obvious to the employee who is tasked with clearing out the backroom packed with electronic “junk”, or making sure the old computers are removed […]
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