A company has three options for old computers: refurbish and reuse, sell to a licensed buyer if they have value, or recycle. In every case, destroy the data first by secure wiping or physical destruction, hand the devices to a WMRA-licensed recycler, and get a data destruction certificate and a recycling certificate.
The three options
| Option | When it fits | Condition |
|---|---|---|
| Refurbish & reuse | Relatively recent working devices | Secure data wiping |
| Sell | Devices with market value | Licensed buyer + data destruction |
| Recycle | Faulty or very old devices | Licensed recycler + certificate |
Steps
- Inventory devices with serial numbers.
- Back up the data you need.
- Destroy data — on-site if required.
- Choose the route: refurbish, sell or recycle.
- Hand over to a licensed recycler.
- Receive certificates and update the asset register.
Common mistakes
- Storing devices for years until they pile up.
- Donating devices without wiping them.
- Giving them to staff or selling to an unlicensed dealer.
- Keeping no documents.
Triple RE
We collect computers from company offices in every governorate within 3–7 days, destroy the data, refurbish or buy what is usable, recycle the rest, and issue certificates within 14 days. Triple RE has operated since 2011, holds WMRA approval no. 3042 and ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and ISO 45001 certificates, and has recycled more than 10,000 tonnes for over 600 companies.
Frequently Asked Questions
Can we donate old computers?
Yes, but only after secure, documented data wiping, since devices may hold company and customer data.
What about devices from staff who left?
Treat them like any data-bearing device: redeploy after secure wiping, or destroy and recycle.
Is there a minimum number of devices?
We collect from companies in different volumes and schedule pickup by quantity and location.
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Need help? Call +20 100 069 1011 or request a pickup.