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RDC's innovative approach to
managing the recycling and disposal of redundant
IT equipment has landed it a prestigious Queen's
Award for Enterprise.
The company, which is owned
by Computacenter, was singled out for the innovation
award thanks to its unique service model, which
provides organisations with a better return from
their unwanted equipment, and maximises the potential
for recycling and reuse.
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Gerry Hackett, Managing Director of RDC,
comments: "Disposing of computer and electrical
equipment is a complex process which must adhere to environmental,
legal and data protection regulations. Businesses have
realised that their duty of care extends beyond the selling
of redundant IT assets and are looking for a complete
end-of-life management service.
"We are delighted that our unique
approach to computer equipment disposal has helped us
secure national recognition. The Queen's Award is the
highest honour that can be bestowed on a UK business,
so obviously we are thrilled to be among 2002's recipients."
Each month RDC processes more than 30,000
units, which include desktops, servers, printers and
networking equipment, from customers such as the Inland
Revenue, Consignia and Royal Bank of Scotland. More than
two thirds of the units are either redeployed by the
customer or remarketed to a third party following extensive
refurbishment, which includes erasing all data and carrying
out safety checks on electrical components.
The award entitles RDC to display the Queen's
Award emblem on all company material for the next five
years.
Mike Norris, Chief Executive of parent
company Computacenter, commented: "Waste management
is a major concern for all businesses and government
departments, who are in a constant cycle of upgrading
their IT systems. By enabling companies to re-use or
resell computer equipment, RDC is helping businesses
to get the best value from their investment in IT hardware."
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