For those managing IT budgets and procurement, the last few years have been a bit of a muddle. Just as we thought the global supply chain was finally finding its feet, we have been hit by a rather significant spot of bother. Predictability in laptop pricing has essentially broken, with costs for new devices jumping by 35% since November last […]
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Circular IT has transitioned from a niche sustainability initiative to a core strategic priority for both enterprise and public sector organisations. This shift is propelled by ambitious net zero targets or sustainability targets, the urgent need for cost efficiency and intensifying regulatory pressure. In an era where manufacturing a single new laptop generates approximately 331kg
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Quality has always been the cornerstone of the Circular Computing mission. Our commitment to delivering sustainable laptops that meet the highest functional standards is well established, as evidenced by our BSI Kitemark certification. However, in an evolving digital landscape, high performance is only one part of the equation. We have always recognised that environmental accountability
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Have you ever considered what is actually inside your laptop? Beyond the sleek casing and the glowing screen lies a complex map of the Earth’s rarest resources. There is gold, silver, copper, and cobalt amongst many others. These are materials that we have spent millions of pounds to pull out of the ground and millions
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“Many regions are living beyond their hydrological means, and many critical water systems are already bankrupt.” — Professor Kaveh Madani, Director of the United Nations University Institute for Water, Environment and Health. As we observe World Water Day in 2026, the global community faces a stark and unprecedented reality. The United Nations has formally declared
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The banking and finance industry is at a critical juncture. As digital transformation accelerates, so does the environmental cost of the hardware that powers it. Global e-waste reached a staggering 62 million tonnes in 2022, an 82% increase since 2010, and is projected to hit 74.7 million tonnes by 2030. Within this context, the information
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For the better part of a decade, sustainability in the public sector has been defined by the art of reporting. Under various frameworks, organisations have meticulously documented their carbon footprints, energy usage, and waste outputs. However, as we approach the 2026 regulatory horizon, the focus is shifting decisively. We are moving away from a world
As Steve Haskew, Circular Computing Group Director of Sustainability & Growth, puts it: “Sustainable IT considers the entire life cycle of products, ensuring responsible sourcing and ethical practices. By setting a global standard for remanufactured and refurbished laptops, we provide devices that look and work like new, but cost significantly less – both financially and
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If you have attempted to procure new laptops for your organisation recently, you will have noticed a worrying trend. The cost of essential IT hardware is rising, and it is happening at an alarming pace. This isn’t a perception; it’s a reality driven by significant disruption in the technology supply chain. At the heart of
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