R2-certified sites in five Latin American countries open up host of opportunities for Mainstream Global partners.
One of the most common questions prospects ask us is: Are you R2-certified?
Responsible companies want to ascertain their remarketing and recycling partner shares their commitment to the global environmental, and worker health and safety standard for the electronics refurbishing and recycling industry.
Our answer to the R2 question is a resounding “yes”— but there’s more to the story.
Mainstream Global has, over the past few years, worked tirelessly to certify all of our processing facilities at multiple sites in Latin America, an unprecedented achievement for a North American company in the reverse logistics space. While others have attained an R2 certification for a single site, only Mainstream Global boasts R2-certified facilities in five Latin American countries, including Peru, Brazil, Chile, Colombia, and Argentina.
Why is being R2-certified important to our customers?
It builds trust.
Assurances of compliance mean nothing without the verification of a certification. The R2 Standard puts us and our customers on the same page. They know the certification backs up our words. Every single site has gone through the rigorous, multi-step process of becoming certified in accordance with SERI, the housing body and ANSI-accredited Standards Development Organization. The process is labor-intensive and includes numerous audits, documentation, training and a commitment to excellence by all the employees from the top down.
As a result, our processing centers in the United States and Latin America work exactly the same way. That consistency and commitment to a standardized global process eliminate haphazard decision-making and create a reliable operation that you can trust.
It opens up larger markets.
If concern about the lack of R2-certified facilities has made you hesitant to capitalize on IT asset remarketing in Latin America, you have reason to reevaluate. Mainstream Global’s multi-site certifications open up resale opportunities on a scale unavailable until now.
Our long history in this all-important region has helped us develop deep, local connections, legal and environmental expertise, and a wide distribution network. We know what drives the sale of product in each country. With the addition of our R2-certified processing centers, we can remarket your end-of-life assets in a swift, environmentally compliant, and financially sensible manner across a range of markets — and across borders — where demand is high.
It’s environmentally responsible.
Consider SERI’s mission: “SERI works to create a world where electronic products are reused and recycled in a way that promotes resource preservation; the well-being of the natural environment; and the health and safety of workers and communities.” Working with an R2-certified partner is the only way to fool-proof your organization against costly mishaps and ensure your IT assets will be disposed in an environmentally responsible manner.
It fosters continuous improvement.
Resting on your laurels is never an option when it comes to the R2 Standard. From the moment we became officially certified our compliance team works diligently to ensure we exceed all the regulations of certification. This includes weekly trainings and refresher classes for all employees on every aspect of safety and process. In addition, third-party surveillance audits are common at Mainstream Global, we are prepared and welcome audits of all our facilities at any time. The result is a well-run organization with a firm eye on process improvement.
Want to learn more about how our Latin American footprint can benefit your organization? Contact us today.
Mainstream Global, Inc., headquartered in Lawrence, Mass., owns and operates ISO 9001, 14001, OHSAS 18001 and R2 certified processing centers in the United States, Colombia, Peru, Chile, Argentina, and Brazil. With over 19 years of directly servicing and re-selling assets from top-tier manufacturers, Mainstream Global is the recognized expert. Our partners rely on us for compliance, security, professionalism, and brand protection, all while providing the best returns and prioritizing global environmental standards.
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