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Earning your R2v3 certification is a major achievement — but many companies fail to capitalize on it. R2v3 is more than a compliance badge; it’s one of the strongest marketing tools in the recycling and ITAD industry. If you leverage it correctly, you can win more enterprise contracts, increase pricing power, and stand out in a crowded market. Here’s how to turn your R2v3 certification into a competitive edge.   1. Update Your Website with a Dedicated “R2v3 Certified” Page Mo

Achieving R2v3 certification is a major milestone for electronics recyclers, refurbishers, and ITAD providers. But many organizations underestimate what it truly takes to implement the standard correctly. At Wilkshire Consulting, we’ve guided dozens of companies through R2v3 — and almost all of them run into the same avoidable mistakes  along the way. If you can identify and prevent these issues early, you’ll reduce cost, avoid delays, and move toward certification with confi

At Wilkshire Consulting, we work with recyclers, ITAD companies, and refurbishers across North America who often ask the same question:  “How do we actually make money with R2v3 certification?”   It’s a fair question. R2v3 certification requires investment — in systems, training, safety, and traceability. But when implemented strategically, it can do far more than help you pass an audit. It can unlock multiple revenue streams , increase customer trust, and position your busin

As the electronics recycling and IT asset disposition (ITAD) industry continues to grow, the expectations placed on certified recyclers are increasing. With the shift from R2:2013 to R2v3 , one area has become even more critical to certification: a strong Environmental, Health, and Safety (EHS)  program. In 2025 and beyond, companies that fail to implement and maintain an effective EHS management system risk more than nonconformities — they risk losing their certification, da

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The global demand for electronics is higher than ever, but so is the amount of e-waste generated each year. According to the United...

In today's digital-first world, data is one of the most valuable and vulnerable assets. Every device recycled or refurbished by an IT...

The electronics recycling industry is evolving faster than ever. With global e-waste projected to exceed 75 million metric tons annually...

In an era where sustainability is a business imperative, organizations are reevaluating their approach to how they manage aging...