Pre-Summit Workshops

Day 1

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8:30 AM Registration for Workshop A

Workshop A
9:00 AM Implementing Sustainable Reverse Logistics

Executing reverse logistics over multiple States with different regulations is a large obstacle for many original equipment manufacturers. The problem of electronic waste has different importance to different States and this is reflected by the diversity of the governing regulations. This interactive workshop covers the logistics of asset recovery from A-Z. Including, the management, operation, transport, storage, recovery, refurbishment, recycling and disposal of e-waste.

What you will learn:

Removing the complexity of take-back programs through building one Nation-wide, compliant strategy
Strategies to build and maintain relationships with consumers, post sale
Compliance with both national and international reporting regulations

How you will benefit:

Minimize costs associated with reverse supply chain management
Increase customer loyalty and brand visibility through well-incentivized take-back programs
Assure quality and compliance throughout your asset recovery process

11:30 AM Registration for Workshop B

Workshop B
12:00 PM Risk Management: Preventing Improper Exportation of End of Life Electronic Equipment

The EPA has strict guidelines regarding the exportation of e-waste to countries outside the U.S. These guidelines are two-fold. The first reason is to ensure that overseas laborers are not taken advantage of or exposed to hazardous materials. The second is to ensure that electronic waste is disposed of in a way that won’t have dire consequences for the environment. There are repercussions for improperly exporting e-waste and they can be dire.

What you will learn:

Discussing necessary steps taken to prevent exportation of sensitive data and hazardous materials
Taking a closer look at the role of E-Stewards standard and R2 standard
Solving current e-waste crises and strategizing ways to make the recycling process reliable
Analyzing current challenges related to data destruction and recycling electronic equipment

How you will benefit:

Reaping benefits of sustainability initiatives: lowering cost, reducing emission, enhancing e-recycling programs
Analyzing existing environmental concerns related to e-waste and strategizing ways to prevent future sustainability issues
Discovering and applying initiatives pursued by different industries