2024 has been a transformative year for ACT Logistics and the IT industry, marked by rapid advancements in technology, stricter environmental regulations, and a growing demand for sustainable IT solutions. Together with our clients and partners, we’ve achieved significant milestones and set the stage for an impactful 2025.
2024 Highlights
● Sustainability Milestones:
- Diverted over 1,000 tonnes of e-waste from landfills, supporting Australia’s circular economy initiatives.
- Increased refurbishment rates, ensuring IT equipment finds a second life wherever possible.
● Client Success:
- Supported our valued clients across the government, corporate, education, and healthcare sectors with tailored ITAD and IT asset lifecycle solutions.
- One particular project that stood out was relocating an entire broadcasting station to a new location while the studio was still broadcasting live television.
Emerging IT Trends in 2025
As we prepare for 2025, several key trends in Australia and globally will shape our industry and how we serve our clients:
1. Growing ITAD Market in Australia: Australia’s IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) market is projected to grow at a compound annual rate of 11.2% through 2032, fuelled by strict e-waste disposal regulations and the increasing demand for secure and sustainable IT asset management. (source)
2. Stricter Environmental Regulations: Western Australia’s e-waste landfill ban highlights the importance of compliance with evolving environmental policies. Regulations like the Waste Avoidance and Resource Recovery Act mandate responsible e-waste disposal for businesses and public entities. (source)
3. Circular Economy Emphasis: Businesses are embracing the circular economy by refurbishing, repairing, reusing, and recycling IT assets. This approach not only reduces environmental impact but also unlocks economic benefits like reduced costs and new revenue streams from remarketed IT assets. (source)
4. Advanced Recycling Technologies: Cutting-edge technologies are setting new sustainability standards within the e-waste recycling industry.
- AI Sorting: Achieves up to 99% accuracy in identifying materials like rare earth elements, improving efficiency and recovery rates.
- Robotics: Enhances worker safety with precise disassembly of electronics and management of hazardous materials.
- Chemical Recycling: Converts non-recyclable plastics into high-quality materials, reducing the reliance on virgin plastic production.
- Advanced Metallurgy: Techniques like bioleaching and electrochemical recovery maximise precious metal extraction with minimal environmental impact.
- IoT and Blockchain: Improves transparency and accountability by tracking e-waste throughout the recycling process, ensuring responsible handling. (source)
5. Corporate Sustainability Goals:Australian businesses are setting ambitious environmental targets, driven by regulatory requirements like mandatory climate-related financial disclosures. This trend is accelerating the adoption of eco-friendly ITAD solutions. (source)
6. Data Security: With nearly 94,000 cybercrime incidents reported in Australia in 2022–23, secure IT asset disposal is more critical than ever. Protecting sensitive information and ensuring compliance with data security regulations remain top priorities. (source)
Windows 10 Support Ends October 2025
The end of Microsoft’s free support for Windows 10 is fast approaching. Businesses must plan fleet upgrades to Windows 11 to avoid potential delays and disruptions.
Why Act Now?
- Avoid last-minute system upgrade challenges.
- Ensure software and hardware compatibility, along with secure data migration.
- Maximise ROI on ageing devices through our IT Asset Buyback program.
To learn more, check out our detailed guide on Windows 10 End of Support and Fleet Upgrade Planning here. (source)
Looking Ahead to 2025
As the IT industry evolves, ACT Logistics is committed to staying ahead. In 2025, we’ll continue:
- Delivering secure, sustainable solutions tailored to the needs of corporate, government, education, and healthcare clients.
- Supporting businesses in transitioning to newer technologies, including Windows 11.
- Advocating for a greener future through our IT asset lifecycle and e-waste recycling services.
In Summary
As we bid farewell to 2024, we extend our heartfelt thanks to our clients, partners, and team for an incredible year. We look forward to helping you achieve even greater success in 2025. Wishing you a joyful holiday season and a prosperous New Year!
- Ready to plan your Windows 10 upgrade? Contact us today.
- Learn more about our ITAD services and how we can support your business in 2025.
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