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IT Asset Disposal vs IT Asset Disposition
Exploring the Difference

When the IT Equipment in your workplace stops working, becomes too old for its intended purpose, or is simply obsolete, you must ensure the data-safe disposal of these devices, or else run the risk of a data breach.

The most cost-effective solution is to use a third-party supplier of IT Asset Disposal (ITAD) services, which has the infrastructure in place to safely dispose of your equipment and prevent a data breach.

However, in your search for companies you may have come across a new definition of ITAD, being IT Asset Disposition rather than IT Asset Disposal, and it is important to learn the distinction between these 2 different services and what they might mean for your company.

What is IT Asset Disposal?

IT Asset Disposal, commonly abbreviated to ITAD, is a service for the data-safe destruction or recycling of IT equipment. This service likely involves the shredding or data wiping of devices to eliminate the risk of a data breach caused by the device, and the information it contains, falling into the wrong hands.

What is IT Asset Disposition?

IT Asset Disposition, which is also abbreviated to ITAD, revolves around the deliberate transfer of ownership of IT assets. This approach perfectly aligns with the waste hierarchy principles, highlighting the significance of prolonging the lifespan of these assets whenever it is viable and ecologically sound.

What are the key differences between Disposal and Disposition?

The key difference in IT Asset Disposal vs Disposition lies within scope and approach.

IT Asset Disposal primarily focuses on the secure destruction or recycling of IT equipment to eliminate data security risks.

On the other hand, IT Asset Disposition takes a more comprehensive approach, encompassing a broader lifecycle strategy for IT equipment. This includes not only secure disposal but also options for recycling, repurposing, and even revenue generation through asset resale. It’s a more holistic and sustainable approach to managing IT assets, aligning with circular economy principles.

When an ITAD embraces the principles of the circular economy, such as Vyta, they are more likely to prefer the term Disposition as it encompasses a broader lifecycle strategy of IT equipment.

Sustainable IT asset disposition

Increased Sustainability

With over 40 million tons of ewaste generated globally every year, ewaste is the fastest growing waste stream in the world (World Health Organisation, 22)

In alignment with the principles of the circular economy, we tackle this challenge through IT Asset Disposition, opting for it over conventional disposal methods. This comprehensive approach entails a meticulous process encompassing data destruction, device functionality assessment, and repair or refurbishment considerations. Furthermore, it plays an active role in curbing carbon emissions and reducing the demand for new devices.

By prolonging the lifespan of IT equipment, we contribute to the conservation of precious resources, including rare-earth metals, whilst diverting devices away from pointless recycling or landfill.

As an IT Asset Disposition provider, Vyta is committed to the principles of the circular economy, keeping working, or fixable, devices within the economy.  


Revenue return from reusing IT devices

Revenue Return From Reuse

By choosing to process their IT devices for reuse instead of disposal, Vyta effectively lowers clients’ carbon footprint

Through our meticulous 23-step refurbishment process, Vyta can maximise the worth of any IT asset, achieving the greatest revenue return possible for our clients. This resale generates a significant revenue return which typically eliminates any costs raised, meaning most of our corporate clients never see an invoice from Vyta.

R2v3 – Responsible Electronics Recycling

As part of our commitment to sustainability, our Dublin, Chelmsford and Mallusk facilities have all undergone independent audits to achieve R2v3 certification.

This certification ensures not only secure data handling but environmentally responsible electronics management that follows the waste hierarchy and avoids unnecessary recycling when reuse is possible and we operate a zero-landfill policy.

R2v3 Certified: Responsible Electronics Recycling
PAS 2060 - Carbon Neutral Certified

PAS 2060 – Carbon Neutrality

All of Vyta’s facilities; Chelmsford, Belfast, Dublin and Mallusk, have achieved carbon neutrality through the internationally recognised PAS 2060 certification.

This achievement highlights our strong dedication to sustainability, demonstrating our reduction of carbon footprint across all scopes and aligning with our responsible disposition practices for a more environmentally friendly approach.

Social Responsibility

Through our disposition practices, Vyta can provide computers and monitors directly to our charity partners, providing digital education to disadvantaged students.

For consumers seeking a cost-effective solution for a new IT device, Vyta offers refurbished IT through our platform RefreshedByUs.com, a more sustainable and eco-friendly choice.

Social responsibility - providing digital education to disadvantaged students

Vyta’s Sustainable Commitment

As you explore our website, you may come across the term ‘IT Asset Disposal’ used interchangeably with disposition. This choice reflects its prevalence in the European IT sector. Nonetheless, Vyta remains unwavering in our dedication to the principles of IT Asset Disposition, as highlighted by our carbon neutrality and R2v3 sites. Our mission is to extend the life cycle of IT equipment within the circular economy.

When you choose Vyta, you are not just ensuring the secure protection of your organisation’s data, but you are also selecting sustainable practices that benefit both your business and the planet.

To schedule the sustainable disposition of your organisation’s IT equipment

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Vyta provides sustainable, secure and cost-effective solutions for the responsible management of your IT asset lifecycle. Our services are key to protecting your data, maximising value, managing corporate risk and meeting sustainability goals.

Vyta are winners of the Kings Award for Sustainable Development in 2024

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+44 (0) 28 9084 7913

Vyta Great Britain
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Unit 28 Little Boyton Hall,
Roxwell, Chelmsford CM1 4LN, United Kingdom
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Vyta Republic of Ireland
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Unit 66 Block 503, Greenogue Business Park
Rathcoole, Dublin D24 F300, Ireland
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Vyta Northern Ireland
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Unit 1 Mallusk View, Central Park
Newtownabbey BT36 4FR, Northern Ireland
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Am Aspenhaag 5
65451 Kelsterbach
Germany
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