Are you an IT asset manager, sustainability officer, or operations manager? Managing the lifecycle of IT assets efficiently and responsibly is a crucial component of any sustainable business. You're required to juggle data security requirements, sustainability standards, and maximizing value recovery. We created this guide as an overview of the best practices in the ITAD industry, and how to choose the right provider for you.   Why is ITAD important? The process of disposing or reselling outdated or unwanted IT equipment in a responsible manner requires environmental and financial consideration. ITAD includes a range of services including data destruction, materials recycling, refurbishment of usable equipment, and reselling or donating retired assets. Most companies choose to turn over their hardware every 3-5 years to keep up with technological advancements and maintain software compatibility. Devices like data center equipment, servers, networking equipment, laptops, computers, and mobile phones all fall under the ITAD umbrella. The goal is to minimize the environmental impact of e-waste [...]