Who We Are
The ASCDI is an international, US based, non-profit organization, representing businesses engaged in the sustainable reuse, repair, refurbishment, resale, and responsible disposal of technology equipment, promoting ethical practices, and advocating for policies that advance responsible environmental and data protection practices.
Publicity
Published articles, press releases, and podcasts for member companies. Social media promotion to end-users and others in our industry.
Information
Fraud alerts, government legislation, and monthly newsletters to keep our members informed on pertinent industry news.
Charity
Our charity foundation has donated hundreds of thousands of dollars for scholarships and other worthwhile purposes.
Representation
ASCDI serves on various governmental and non-profit counsels to express the interests of the secondary IT industry.
Community
Member companies are vetted and voted into the ASCDI by the members to ensure only the most trustworthy companies are admitted.
Networking
Creates opportunities for member companies to meet with one another through in-person and virtual events.
Education
Webinars teaching industry-wide best practices and advice from experts in our industry.
Member Discounts
Members receive discounts to ASCDI and ASCDI Association Partner events.
Ethics
Promote and enforce high ethical standards of business conduct within the industry.
Benefits of Membership
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•Receive only the equipment trades you want (by manufacturer)
•Deal with companies who are following the ASCDI Code of Ethics
•Use our IPhone or Android versions for “trading on the go”
•Upload spreadsheets of inventory for sale
•Search our database for the equipment you need
•Free trial available
$100 a month for ASCDI Members. $150 a month for non-members.
Resale and Service Industry News
Other World Computing (OWC) Announces Powerful New Updates to Jellyfish, Network-Attached Storage (NAS) Solutions
Jellyfish Turns Impossible Deadlines Into Achievable Wins, and Makes Teams Wonder How They Ever Worked Without It Woodstock, IL - June 11, 2025 - Other World Computing (OWC®), a trusted leader in high-performance storage, memory, connectivity, software, and...
Tariffs, Duties, and VAT: Why Compliance Now Starts in the Boardroom, TecEx Podcast Series
“People think of tariffs and duties as just shipping line items—but they’re reshaping boardroom strategy.” — Noa Sussman, TecEx In this installment of the TecEx podcast series, Noa Sussman returns to help listeners navigate the rapidly evolving—and often...
OWC Launches 4TB Capacity of Its Blazing-Fast Aura Pro X2 SSD
Expanded Storage Option Delivers Up to 32x More Storage Capacity and Up to 5.5x Faster Speed Woodstock, IL - June 5, 2025 - Other World Computing (OWC®), a trusted leader in high-performance storage, memory, connectivity, software, and accessories that empower...
Texas Passes Right-to-Repair Legislation, ASCDI Applauds Victory for Consumers and Independent Repair Providers
HB2963 gives consumers and small repair shops access to tools and parts, paving the way for broader repair freedom The Texas Legislature has passed House Bill 2963 (HB2963), marking a major win for the right-to-repair movement and independent repair professionals. The...
Other World Computing’s SellYourMac.com Launches Exclusive Spring Mac Trade-in Bonus Promotion — Limited Time Only
Customers Can Receive Up to $500 in Bonus Value on 2019 Mac Pro Desktops Through the Industry’s Most Trusted Trade-In Program Woodstock, IL - May 30, 2025 - SellYourMac.com, the smart, sustainable way to trade in Apple tech for top dollar, and an Other World Computing...
Beyond the Box: TecEx and the Hidden Risks of Cross-Border IT Shipping, Podcast
In this inaugural episode of a special ASCDI and Technology Reseller News podcast series, Doug Green, Publisher of Technology Reseller News, interviews Noa Sussman of TecEx—a global IT compliance and logistics specialist and ASCDI member—on a deceptively complex...
Beyond Recycling: Xperien’s Vision for Biodiversity, Data Integrity, and Sustainable ITAD in Africa, Podcast
“Disposing of IT equipment is no longer just about recycling—it’s about responsibility, integrity, and biodiversity,” says Wale Arewa, Founder and CEO of Xperien, in this wide-ranging conversation with Doug Green, Publisher of Technology Reseller News. The discussion,...
Black Box Appoints Axel Kopprasch to Lead Middle East and Africa Sales Expansion
Axel Kopprasch Joins Black Box Team as Regional Sales Director MEA Dubai, UAE - May 21, 2025 - Black Box®, a leading provider of digital infrastructure solutions, today announced the appointment of Axel Kopprasch as Regional Sales Director for the Middle East and...
Other World Computing (OWC) to Showcase Thunderbolt 5 Solutions at COMPUTEX TAIPEI 2025
Will Also Feature Unparalleled Ecosystem of Memory Cards and Readers, Portable SSDs, Desktop and Shared Storage, Docks, Hubs, and LTO Solutions Woodstock, IL - May 18, 2025 - Other World Computing (OWC®), a trusted leader in high-performance storage, memory,...
Other World Computing (OWC) Launches OWC Thunderbolt 5 Dock
A Smart, Future-Ready Dock Built for Everyday Creators and Power Users Woodstock, IL - May 18, 2025 - Other World Computing (OWC®), a trusted leader in high-performance storage, memory, connectivity, software, and accessories that empower creative and business...