Technology recycling

Convenient IT asset recovery and disposal

Electronic products make up the fastest-growing portion of the waste stream. In 2007 alone, more than 63 million computers in the United States were traded in for replacements, or simply thrown out, according to the Environmental Protection Agency. But discarded computers don't just take up space in a landfill. They spread a toxic cocktail of more than 100 chemicals, leaching lead, cadmium, barium and mercury in the soil. You need a responsible way to recycle your aging technology equipment that is good for both business and the environment.

IBM Global Asset Recovery Services

IBM can help. IBM Global Asset Recovery Services (US) (GARS) provides a convenient manner for IT asset disposal — making it easier than ever to properly dispose of your unwanted IBM and non-IBM IT equipment. We have been recylcing end-of-life IT assets such as servers, hard drives, monitors, and more, through refurbishment, resale and recycling, for more than 20 years. We handle all of your disposed systems in an environmentally friendly manner, complying with all government laws and regulations.

Better for the environment, better for your business.

IBM has worldwide capability to reuse, remarket and recycle computers in a way that is environmentally compliant and follows accepted best practices that help safeguard your data and protect your intellectual capital.. IBM processes an estimated 40,000 machines per week through centers around the world. In fact, our operations processed over 108 million pounds of end-of-life products and product waste in 2006, all while sending less than 2% of that to landfills.

IBM Asset Recovery Solutions (US)
A full suite of asset disposal services customizable for our large customers returning 250+ units.

IBM Express Asset Recovery Solutions (US)
A full suite of asset disposal services for our midmarket customers available for quantities of 1-250 and accessible via the web.