Mobile Device Buyback.
Not All Mobile Device Recyclers Are Created Equal.
Before choosing a vendor for your mobile recycling needs, be sure you can answer “Yes” to these 5 questions:
1. Does The Vendor Specialize In Cell Phone And Tablet Recycling
Most electronics recyclers will tell you they recycle mobile devices, but very few possess the actual capability to maximize value while offering you the highest level of data security when recycling your cell phones, tablets, and mobile hotspots. In fact, nearly all electronics recyclers are simply an intermediary between you and a true mobile recycler which greatly diminishes the quality of service and value you receive.
2. Does The Vendor Offer On-site Data Erasure And Inventory Services
Assigning members of your team to inventory and factory-reset every device you have can be a significant drain on company resources, and the task will rarely be done correctly. The ability to process devices on-site provides an extra level of assurance that no data will leave your facility and frees up resources that are critical to keep your company moving.
3. Can The Vendor Maximize The Value Of Your Broken Or ICloud Locked Devices
Most companies – especially electronics recyclers – will not pay a dime for devices that are broken or iCloud locked. This is because most companies simply don’t have the ability to provide you with the full value for this equipment. By choosing a vendor that can remove iCloud locks and repair devices in-house, you can rest assured that you will receive the value you deserve for your mobile devices.
4. Does The Vendor Offer Detailed Reporting For Every Step Of The Process
From collection to the final offer, you should expect transparency at each stage of the recycling process in the form of detailed reporting. Many companies simply collect your cell phones or tablets and come back 4-8 weeks later with a payment – if you’re lucky. When recycling mobile devices, you should receive a detailed pick-up summary that transfers full data liability with proper insurance coverage, an inventory report containing key information for each device, a detailed erasure report for each device, and a detailed breakdown of the final offer being made.
5. Does The Vendor Offer Data Breach Liability Protection
Reputable companies will always transfer liability for the data contained on your devices at the time of collection. The reason for this is obvious: the vendor is now in possession of any data on that equipment. It is critical to have a plan in place if the worst should happen. That is why it is essential that you work with a company that has data breach liability policies in place to offer peace of mind that your company is protected, even in the worst-case scenario.
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