Lifecycle Services

Technology & Engineering

May 29, 2026

Reconext Expands AI Compute Capacity in Its New York Data Center

Reconext has brought three new AI-focused servers online in our New York data center! The systems are owned and operated in-house, dedicated to AI development and model deployment.    What This Means for Your Program     Reconext now operates 24 AI accelerators in our own data center, on hardware in the same class used by major AI labs for large language model training. What that means […]

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ITAD

May 20, 2026

What To Do With End-of-Life (EOL) IT Equipment

End-of-life (EOL) IT equipment has a tendency to pile up in server rooms and storage closets. Nobody ever knows what exactly to do with it, so it just sits there collecting dust and security risks. Although these devices may no longer be in active use, they can still expose sensitive business data to unauthorized parties. […]

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Technology & Engineering

May 19, 2026

How Simple Workflow Innovation Improves Electronics Repair Operations

Spend a few minutes inside a modern electronics repair facility, and the contrast is hard to miss.  On one side, operators are working with some of the most sophisticated devices ever made: smartphones, laptops, wearables, all built with embedded intelligence and precision components.  On the other side, operators are still stopping mid-job to hunt for a procedure. Ask around, click through folders, open the file, check […]

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ITAD

May 13, 2026

The 4 Steps of the IT Asset Disposition Process

Most employees use at least 2.5 IT devices daily, such as laptops, smartphones and tablets. Multiply that by your workforce, and the total number of devices in your organization quickly adds up. However, the volume of devices isn’t the main issue. Over time, hardware fails or becomes obsolete, requiring replacement with newer, more capable technology. […]

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Technology & Engineering

April 20, 2026

How AI is Transforming Reverse Logistics with Measurable Impact

Most companies will tell you they’re investing in AI. Not many can show you where, how, and with what impact.  At Reconext, we’ve deployed proprietary AI agents into active repair workflows across two live facilities, and the results are undeniable:  ~20,000 automated corrections executed  79.5% success rate on configuration mismatch resolution  44% productivity gain in one of our core repair operations  These numbers reflect how we run […]

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Server recycling process from risk to recovery
Data Center

October 3, 2025

Server recycling process from risk to recovery

Strip a server down and you’ll find the same things every time: processors, DIMMs, GPUs, boards, power supplies, storage. None of it is waste until you decide to treat it like waste. The server recycling process is about making those decisions in the right order. Disassembly with intent, not demolition by default.  Handled well, the […]

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Engineering Innovation: Automating for Smarter, Faster, More Sustainable Operations
Technology & Engineering

October 3, 2025

Engineering Innovation: Automating for Smarter, Faster, More Sustainable Operations

At Reconext, our R&D and engineering teams are focused on scaling proven tools while advancing new concepts into build and prototype phases. These efforts are central to how we deliver smarter, faster, and more sustainable operations for our customers worldwide. Here are just a few of the projects our teams are working on right now: […]

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Data Center Decommissioning: The Ultimate Checklist
Data Center

September 29, 2025

Data Center Decommissioning: The Ultimate Checklist

Every data center has an end of life. Sometimes it’s a cloud migration, sometimes a merger, sometimes just the cost of keeping old hardware alive. But when that day comes, pulling the plug is the easy part. A bigger and more complicated question is “what happens next?” Closing a data center isn’t just an IT […]

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Penang: Building a Hub for Growth in Asia
News

September 24, 2025

Penang: Building a Hub for Growth in Asia

Our Penang facility is quickly becoming one of the fastest-growing regional hubs in our network. Designed with expansion in mind, the site is scaling to meet the growing demand for refurbishment, recovery, and lifecycle services across Asia.  Here’s what’s driving momentum:  Main Shopfloor  Dedicated secure areas are now fully operational, supporting data center activities and […]

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News

September 16, 2025

Success at Reconext’s Newest Site

Reconext’s Memphis facility has quickly become a key part of our U.S. operations (see our locations here), delivering impressive results in record time. With new certifications, expanded capacity, and a relentless focus on quality, the site is already proving its value to customers who depend on speed, trust, and performance. In just a few months, […]

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Data Center Decommissioning Process Guide
Data Center

September 13, 2025

Data Center Decommissioning Process Guide

Most people outside the industry picture decommissioning as a demolition job: pull the plugs, shred the drives, close the doors. Simple, right? Not exactly. Inside a real data center, retiring equipment isn’t a smash-and-grab. A single rack can generate four, five, even 600 dependent tickets. Servers, applications, cables, door access, escorts, power downs, and safety […]

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ITAD

July 30, 2025

From Scrap Heap to Strategic Asset — The New ITAD Reality

Why the Future of IT Asset Disposition Lies in Specialized Ecosystems IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) isn’t what it used to be. With technology refresh cycles accelerating, e-waste volumes rising, and data security mandates tightening, the “dispose and destroy” model no longer holds up. Modern ITAD services simply require more precision and collaboration than ever before. […]

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