Disposal Options for Old It Equipment

1. Repair: After assessment, some devices can be repaired internally or by outsourcing the repair services.
2. Upgrade/replacement of some parts: some devices such as desktops can be upgraded by adding a new hard drive, graphics card, or CPU and others to take the device to the acceptable condition.
3. Recycle: IT equipment can be recycled with the use of the Enviroserve framework.
4. Donation/Transfer: After assessment, non-functioning devices can be transferred into the academic sector where they can serve as didactic materials. Obsolete functioning equipment can be donated to close on smart devices access gaps in specific sectors of the economy (Example:  lower Education, Digital Ambassador Program).
5. Engagement with original manufactures: leveraging their e-waste recycling, take back programs, and repurposing programs.