Sadoff E-Recycling & Data Destruction (SEDD), with operating facilities in Oshkosh, WI & La Vista, NE, has received R2v3 certification. R2v3 is the latest release of the R2 standard by Washington-based Sustainable Electronics Recycling International (SERI). It reflects the dynamic changes in the electronics landscape concerning customer needs, security, and environmental regulations. 

SERI’s R2v3 requirements have increased the emphasis on reuse and protecting data, strengthened data security controls, and enhanced controls for test, repair, and reuse operations to ensure the quality and effectiveness of the operations.

Jason Lasky, Director of SEDD, states, “This achievement positions us to assist our clients in meeting their needs for security and sustainability while providing a certified solution. We thank our entire SEDD team for an impressive audit result that has led us to achieve our certificate, and I cannot overstate the amount of effort that went into this result.”

In addition to receiving its R2v3 certificate SEDD, has also been recertified to the ISO 9001:2015 Quality Standard, ISO 14001:2015 Environmental Standard, and the ISO 45001:2018 Health and Safety Standards. Jason shared, “Investments in our business, processes, and people not only provide us with dynamic paths for continuous improvements, but it also allows us to offer strategic options to our clients for the secure disposal or reuse of their electronics equipment.”

Sadoff E-Recycling & Data Destruction began in 2015 with 2 warehouse locations dedicated to the secure recycling of electronics and as a way to enhance the sustainable offerings that its parent Sadoff Iron & Metal Company, provided to their domestic and international clients for over 75 years. “Our company has long valued the use of operating standards, and the R2 and ISO standards align with our values and vision to be the Preferred Choice in Recycling.” Stated Jason. 

Sadoff E-Recycling & Data Destruction is a subsidiary of Sadoff Iron & Metal Company (SIM), a Fond du Lac, WI based recycler of ferrous and nonferrous materials. SIM was founded in 1947, operates seven additional recycling facilities, and employs over 250 associates. 

New report indicates more than 330 manufacturers surveyed are bullish on the economy, their future earnings and their rate of digital transformation.

Wipfli LLP (Wipfli), a top 20 advisory and accounting firm, published a report today based on a survey of more than 330 directors and C-level executives within the manufacturing sector to better understand their biggest challenges, their outlook on the economy and what’s influencing their success. Despite the myriad challenges presented on the fronts of everything from technology and automation to employee retention and lingering supply chain issues, the 2024 State of Manufacturing report remains optimistic on what lies ahead. The resilience demonstrated by manufacturers throughout the pandemic has not only allowed them to weather the storm but also fostered a positive outlook for the future. The survey results shed light on various factors impacting manufacturers’ outlooks on both economic prospects and digital transformation efforts.

“Manufacturers have shown remarkable resilience throughout these challenging times, a testament to their ability to adapt and thrive amidst uncertainty,” said Bill Boucher, manufacturing, retail and distribution leader at Wipfli. “However, it’s imperative that we address critical areas such as employee retention, data security and rising costs tied to inflation. Our research shows while there are many obstacles, there is even more untapped potential in the areas of digital technology and AI that need consideration as we move forward into 2024.”

One of the top current challenges is data security — an issue that requires diligent safeguarding measures given its potential ramifications if left unaddressed or mishandled. While this is still a pressing concern, 35% of respondents said they had three or more incidents of unauthorized access to data in the previous 12 months — a 10% decrease from 2021 — largely due to the 70% of manufacturers that increased their investment in cybersecurity measures.

Lastly, ninety-nine percent of manufacturers overwhelmingly prioritize digital advancement; however, only 47% have harnessed robotics or automation capabilities thus far — a statistic reflecting untapped potential within this realm. Similarly revealing is the fact that just 36% have successfully incorporated artificial intelligence into their business operations — underscoring room for further adoption and utilization of this transformative technology. These findings emphasize the need for continued dedication to digital transformation and technological advancement for manufacturers to maintain their status as leaders and innovators within the U.S. economy.