Kelly Sampson

About The Author: Kelly Sampson

Kelly Sampson is a writer, blogger, and environmental enthusiast. She has strong opinions about climate change, the dogs vs. cats debate, and Oxford commas. She has lent Hummingbird International her engaging and spirited voice and turned our blog into a great place to find valuable information about e-waste, e-waste recycling, and the ITAD industry. Explore our blog to read more of her work.

Blue bin filled with old computer parts for recycling.
How to be practical – Pros And Cons Of Recycling Computers

February 10, 2026 | E-Waste Recycling

Over time, old computers and laptops pile up at work. They end up in storage rooms, closets, and back offices....

How Businesses Still Handle E-Waste
Uncomfortable Truths About How Businesses Still Handle E-Waste

February 9, 2026 | E-Waste Recycling

Most businesses believe they are handling e-waste responsibly. On the surface, the devices are retired, vendors are contacted, and the...

E-Waste Management
Why Businesses need to Rethink E-Waste Management.

January 29, 2026 | E-Waste Recycling

The solution for mitigating the risk is creating a ITAD workflow: inventory → secure pickup → certified data destruction →...

Tech Refresh
Old Devices: Responsible Tech Choices for 2026 and beyond

January 21, 2026 | E-Waste Recycling

Old phones, chargers with frayed wires, forgotten gadgets that we ‘temporarily’ kept hidden in drawers that serve no purpose anymore....

E-Waste in 2025
How to mitigate the negative impact of electronic waste

January 15, 2026 | E-Waste Recycling

Table of Contents The complexities of electronic waste and it’s impactThe spike of electronic waste over timeThe numbers behind electronic...

E-Waste Pickup
How to make e-waste pickup from multi-locations predictable

January 8, 2026 | E-Waste Recycling

It is hard to manage electronic waste when organizations have multiple offices, in different cities, or regions. E-waste management becomes...

IT Assets
A Complete Guide to Monetizing Retired IT Assets

September 17, 2025 | Asset Recovery

Table of Contents Why IT Asset Recovery Matters in 2026What Is IT Asset Recovery?Key Terms for IT Asset RecoveryWhy Most...

Certified ITAD Partner
Learn how to find a certified ITAD partner

August 13, 2025 | Buyer Enablement

Table of Contents What is ITAD or IT Asset Disposition?Why Consider Certified ITAD for your BusinessCore Certifications of ITAD Service...

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How R2v3 Ensures Secure Handling of Devices with Sensitive Data?

July 25, 2025 | Data Destruction Security

Is your data safe once you retire your laptop? Not sure? This is one of the most important things to...

Official R2v3 electronics recycling certification logo.
Hummingbird International, LLC. Is Now R2v3 Certified: A Sustainability Milestone

July 7, 2025 | Compliance Regulations

E-waste is growing faster than ever, and the way we manage retired electronics has a direct impact on our planet....

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What Are Covered Electronic Devices (CEDs) and How Should You Recycle Them?

July 1, 2025 | Data Destruction Security

Updating your tech feels exciting. Getting a faster laptop or a sleek new tablet can give you a huge dopamine...

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How New Jersey’s E-Cycle Program Makes Reuse a Smarter Choice

June 23, 2025 | Compliance Regulations

We wake up to the sound of our alarm. Among the first things we do after waking up is check...