INTELLIGENT BRANDS // Green Technology

an innovator at the edge of the enterprise with solutions and partners that enable businesses to gain a performance edge , has introduced the Circular Economy Program . The programme promotes sustainability through the buy-back of select Zebra-branded mobile computing devices , sale or rental of Zebracertified refurbished devices and recycling services for devices no longer in use .

The programme reduces the environmental impact of standard product life cycles in the supply chains of both Zebra and its customers . It is comprised of the Zebra Device Buy-Back Program , Zebra Certified Refurbished Device Sales and Rental Programs and Zebra Recycling Services .

Zebra ’ s Device Buy-Back Program offers customers an opportunity to responsibly dispose of older devices while potentially offsetting the cost of new technology purchases . Zebra ’ s Certified Refurbished Device Sales and Rental Programs enable organisations to bridge technology gaps while maintaining business functionality and productivity .

Zebra Recycling Services help customers create a sustainable end-of-life plan for any used Zebra mobile computing devices . Zebra will facilitate the recycling of these devices in compliance with all applicable statutory electronic recycling requirements such as , but not limited to the Waste Electrical and Electronic Equipment ( WEEE ) Directive to ensure environmentally responsible handling .

“ We are continuously creating ways to help Zebra ’ s customers operate more responsibly ,” said Jenna Stanley , Vice President , Global Support and Managed Services , Zebra Technologies . “ This Circular Economy model helps both Zebra and its customers reuse and recycle devices while reducing waste , helping extend device longevity securely , flexibly and affordably while making significant strides towards sustainability .”

Zebra is committed to implementing environmental , social and governance initiatives prioritised based on commitments to stakeholders through its Corporate Social Responsibility ( CSR ) activities .

The Circular Economy Program will play a crucial role within these initiatives . Customers may contact their local Zebra sales representative to determine eligibility of the devices for buy-back and recycling and to inquire about the certified refurbished devices . •

Zebra Certified Refurbished devices undergo a rigorous 24-step refurbishment process where they are fully tested and include batteries and the latest available operating system . A 90-day warranty is included with refurbished sales , plus an option to purchase one or two years of Zebra OneCare support services ( included with refurbished rental ). These are the only Zebra-authorised programmes offering customers an economical , environmentally beneficial option to bridge technology refresh gaps and manage surges in peak capacity caused by seasonal staffing and cyclical business volume .

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