Case Studies

Real Results: ITAD Solutions that Deliver Security, Value, and Sustainability

At PowerON, we partner with organizations across industries — including enterprise, education (K–12 and higher education), resellers, manufacturers, government, and retailers — to deliver secure, compliant, and sustainable IT asset disposition solutions. Our programs are tailored to each customer and may include logistics integrations with leading carriers, web-based trade-in portals, brand protection measures, certified data erasure, refurbishment, fulfillment, returns management, and other customized services. Every engagement follows strict sustainability standards, ensuring customers reduce risk, recover value, and meet environmental requirements while simplifying the retirement of technology assets.

Higher Education

Alabama University Ensures Secure IT Asset Disposition with PowerON

A leading state university in Alabama partnered with PowerON to streamline the secure and efficient disposition of its end-of-life IT assets. By leveraging PowerON’s expertise, the university safeguarded sensitive data, reduced operational risk, and ensured sustainable recycling practices while maximizing value recovery.

The university faced growing volumes of outdated technology from numerous departments within the institution, creating risks around data security, compliance, and storage. Internal resources were stretched, and recovering value while ensuring proper recycling in line with sustainability goals was a significant concern.

By working with PowerON, the university securely decommissioned hundreds of IT assets while ensuring full compliance with data protection standards. More than 1,500 lbs of IT equipment were successfully diverted from scrap to reuse, supporting the university’s sustainability goals and maximizing recovery value.

Retailer

National Retailer Launches In-Store Technology Trade-In Programs

A national retailer with more than 900 locations across the U.S. sought to implement a technology trade-in program that would drive customer engagement, provide flexible payment options, and increase revenue.

The retailer needed a trade-in program capable of supporting the in-store trade-in of devices, automated payments, easy verification for store associates, integrated logistics, and restrict access to the associate page based on IP address. The retailer wanted a way to leverage its web-based trade-in portal for additional revenue streams without complicating the customer experience.

Through its partnership with PowerON, the retailer launched a technology trade-in program that not only increased customer engagement but also generated incremental revenue through strategic advertising opportunities. The program balanced customer convenience with brand value, positioning the retailer as a forward-thinking leader in technology trade-in services.

Manufacturer

Refurbishment and Resale Program for a Leading Computer Manufacturer

A major computer manufacturer sought a trusted partner to manage the refurbishment and resale of customer returns within the U.S. market. While the manufacturer continued to oversee the intake of returns through its existing process, the partner would be responsible for refurbishing devices to specific warranty and condition standards.

The manufacturer faced a growing backlog of returns that needed immediate processing to recover value and reintroduce products into the market. To succeed, the partner had to handle a diverse mix of laptops, desktops, and tablets with complete data security, and maintain brand integrity through approved packaging and accessories. Just as importantly, the program had to scale quickly to eliminate the backlog while supporting ongoing returns.

By partnering with PowerON, the computer manufacturer gained a reliable, certified refurbisher capable of transforming returned devices into revenue-generating assets.