Most companies focus on procuring new IT hardware, maximizing performance and meeting security standards. But what actually happens when devices are decommissioned? They often end up in a storage room or are simply forgotten about. Yet your old IT holds amazing value - financially, ecologically and strategically.
1. Hidden treasures: The financial value of used hardware
Have you ever wondered how much your discarded IT technology is really worth? Laptops, desktops and servers contain high-quality materials such as precious metals and rare earths, which have a considerable residual value.
But it's not just the materials that count: Functioning devices that are refurbished and sold often generate surprisingly high revenues. IT remarketing allows you to create an additional source of income - without any major effort.
Tip: Use specialized providers who take over the sales process and ensure that all data is deleted in compliance with the BSI.
2. Sustainability potential: IT that protects the environment
The production of new IT devices consumes enormous resources and causes CO₂ emissions. By reusing your old hardware, you are actively contributing to the circular economy.
- Reuse instead of throwing away: A refurbished laptop saves up to 75 % of the energy needed to produce a new device.
- Reduction of electronic waste: Old appliances often end up in developing countries, where they are disposed of improperly. This can be prevented by certified recycling processes.
Good to know: Companies that operate sustainably not only improve their carbon footprint, but also enhance their reputation with customers and partners.
3. Data security: protecting valuable information
Even decommissioned devices often still contain sensitive data - a risk that many people underestimate. Professional data erasure is therefore not only an obligation, but also an opportunity to retain control of your IT.
- Legal protection: Data protection-compliant deletions in accordance with GDPR and BSI standards protect against penalties and reputational damage.
- Safety-tested processes: With certified solutions, you can be sure that no data falls into the wrong hands.
Further information: Learn more about certified data erasure.
4. Strategic advantages: The smart use of your IT resources
In addition to financial and environmental benefits, well thought-out IT lifecycle management opens up strategic opportunities:
- More efficient planning: Utilizing the full life cycle of your devices saves you money on new purchases.
- Modernization potential: Investments from remarketing can flow into new technologies.
A well-structured plan for handling your hardware pays off in the long term - in the form of cost savings and a clear competitive advantage.
Conclusion: Get more out of your IT
Your old hardware is more than just a pile of electronics. It holds financial value, supports your sustainability strategy and, if handled correctly, protects your sensitive data.
Uncover these hidden treasures - and rely on certified solutions to manage your IT cleverly. It's time to let your hardware work for you.
