Find out more about the new Sustainable Device Management Guide and how it can help reduce e-waste and improve digital inclusion across WA.
A new Sustainable Device Management Guide for the WA Public Secto r, released by the Office of Digital Government promotes a practical, whole-of-lifecycle approach to managing ICT devices - from procurement and use, through to decommissioning, disposal and donation.
It will help agencies to:
- review and strengthen existing ICT device management practices
- identify opportunities to improve reuse, donation and disposal pathways
- implement approaches that align with WA procurement, cyber security and environmental policy requirements.
As a practical resource, the Guide aims to move device donation out of the 'too hard' basket by providing clear guidance on how agencies can donate suitable end-of-life ICT equipment while meeting procurement, cyber security and privacy requirements.
Why this matters
E-waste is one of the fastest emerging waste streams and it's estimated that over the next five years, 10 million desktops and laptops, and 6.5 million mobiles will be refreshed by Australia's corporate and public sector.
How this helps the WA community
Devices refreshed by state and federal public sectors alone could generate up to 2.6 million devices, creating a significant opportunity to redirect suitable equipment from e-waste into safe reuse and social benefit.
It also helps reduce digital exclusion - a barrier for many Australians in accessing vital services and opportunities. Access to a suitable device is not just a technology issue - it affects people's ability to participate in education, work, government services, healthcare and community life.
Redirecting suitable government devices for safe reuse can help address one practical part of this gap.
Find out more about the Guide
Want to read more about the Sustainable Device Management Guide ? Visit the webpage.
