Solutions
Recycling Solutions
End-to-end systems are our core competency.
Enterprise Electronics and IT Asset Disposition (ITAD)
The Necessity of ITAD
​
As technological advancements accelerate, the distinction between "electronic assets" and "IT assets" becomes increasingly blurred. This phenomenon arises from a surge in data-bearing devices, the proliferation of data they carry, and the integration of The Internet of Things (IoT), exacerbated by the accumulation of legacy devices within many organizations. Furthermore, the disposal of returned consumer electronics, categorized as electronic waste, necessitates the implementation of IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) to safeguard externally generated consumer data. TWS operates as a fully integrated provider of ITAD, e-waste recycling, and reverse logistics services. This comprehensive approach enables TWS to manage both internal and external data-bearing as well as non-data-bearing assets, ensuring complete data destruction, minimizing environmental impact, and maximizing asset recovery value.
​
The contemporary landscape is characterized by a proliferation of electronic devices, ranging from sophisticated office equipment to personal gadgets storing vast amounts of personally identifiable information. With each device's capacity to connect to the internet and store data, proper end-of-life disposition has become imperative. Companies face the challenge of complying with ever-evolving privacy laws, which vary not only across states in the U.S. but also internationally, encompassing regulations on landfill bans, e-waste management, data privacy, and cybersecurity. TWS assists companies in navigating this complex regulatory environment, ensuring full compliance to avoid substantial fines and reputational damage.
​
The intersection of Data Security, Information Privacy, and Environmental Protection underscores the importance of safeguarding organizational integrity and mitigating risks. Adherence to federal, state, industry, and international laws governing these domains is paramount. Failure to comply can result in severe consequences, including financial penalties and reputational harm. TWS's ITAD services offer a robust shield against such risks, safeguarding customers from potential liabilities across various dimensions—reputational, legal, and operational.
​
Leverage ITAD to Protect Your Company’s Data and Recover Revenue
While disposing of outdated IT equipment or returns may appear straightforward, such as selling them to liquidators or the scrap yard, an ITAD partner is essential for safeguarding your company's and customer information. A proactive approach to ITAD not only facilitates cost savings through efficient equipment disposal but also prevents sensitive information from being compromised. Neglecting proper data wiping procedures or failing to dismantle large pieces of technology equipment poses the risk of exposing sensitive company data to unauthorized individuals.
Improper disposal practices leave your data vulnerable to leaks, sharing, or theft. Even if devices are manually wiped before donation or recycling, residual asset tags may still link them to your organization. By embracing a proactive ITAD strategy and partnering with a reputable ITAD services provider like Tech Waste Solutions, you can rest assured that your data remains secure.
Our firm employs Department of Defense-level data destruction techniques to thoroughly wipe and dismantle equipment before disposal, ensuring the safety of office environments and decluttering spaces by responsibly removing outdated hardware. Additionally, we meticulously eliminate all physical markings associated with your organization.
​
Make ITAD Work for You by Collaborating with TechWasteSolutions
​
By outsourcing ITAD, companies can save time that might otherwise be spent manually decommissioning devices and contain costs by ensuring that they are not exposing themselves to legal liabilities. TWS can take the stress out of ITAD, by making it as easy as arranging a pickup and feeling confident that your assets will be properly wiped and broken down. We can then issue certifications of destruction so you rest easy knowing that your equipment has been effectively decommissioned.
​
TWS can also handle any volume of equipment that you are ready to sunset. If it is only a few devices, consider a box solution where you pack up the equipment and ship it. For larger pieces of equipment or a high quantity of items, we can also arrange a truck pick-up to collect all devices ready to be wiped.
​
Outsourcing TWS also allows organizations to have a say in where their retired equipment goes next. Without an official ITAD strategy in place, old equipment can easily end up in landfills or resold by nefarious agents. An ITAD partner like TWS ensures that your equipment is either properly recycled or effectively wiped of all data and asset tags so it can be donated or safely recover revenue through part harvesting and metal recycling. By working with us, your company can save the hassle of going through the process on your own.
​
​
Examples of some of the devices TWS processes include:​
-
Data Centers
Servers, Routers, Switches
-
Productivity Devices
Computers, Tablets, Laptops, and Phones
-
Office Equipment
Printers, Postage Meters, Phone Systems
-
Video Display Devices
Televisions and Monitors
-
Specialty Devices
Gaming/Slot Machines, Medical Equipment, Government Equipment, Solar Panels
-
POS Devices
Registers, Scanners, Self-Checkout, ATMs
-
Consumer Electronics
Battery-powered Toys, Handheld Games, Smart Watches
-
Industrial Electronics
Instrumentation and Control Devices, Lab Equipment, Metering
-
General Electrical and Electronics Scrap
-
Nearly Any Device With A Cord or Battery
​
​