{"id":27335,"date":"2025-01-16T08:23:16","date_gmt":"2025-01-16T13:23:16","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/quantumlifecycle.com\/?p=27335"},"modified":"2025-01-16T08:23:16","modified_gmt":"2025-01-16T13:23:16","slug":"harnessing-technology-for-a-sustainable-future","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/quantumlifecycle.com\/en_CA\/podcast\/harnessing-technology-for-a-sustainable-future\/","title":{"rendered":"Harnessing Technology for a Sustainable Future"},"content":{"rendered":"<div id=\"buzzsprout-player-16444286\"><\/div>\n<p><script src=\"https:\/\/www.buzzsprout.com\/2088404\/episodes\/16444286-harnessing-technology-for-a-sustainable-future.js?container_id=buzzsprout-player-16444286&#038;player=small\" type=\"text\/javascript\" charset=\"utf-8\"><\/script>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>In this conversation, Stephanie McLarty and Geoff Aardsma discuss the intersection of <a href=\"https:\/\/quantumlifecycle.com\/en_CA\/blog\/how-to-incorporate-itad-policies-into-your-risk-management-strategy\/\">sustainability<\/a> and technology, particularly focusing on how automation, AI, and big data can enhance business efficiency and support <a href=\"https:\/\/quantumlifecycle.com\/en_CA\/blog\/sustainable-mobile-device-lifecycle-management-minimizing-environmental-impact-and-improving-corporate-social-responsibility\/\">circular economy<\/a> initiatives. Jeff shares insights on AMCS&#8217;s role in resource management, the importance of engaging upstream in <a href=\"https:\/\/quantumlifecycle.com\/en_CA\/blog\/ghg-reduction-how-quantum-can-help-you-reach-your-sustainability-goals-while-avoiding-greenwashing\/\">recycling<\/a> processes, and the current state of technology adoption in various industries. They also explore the financial implications of implementing these technologies, the need for senior leadership buy-in, and the significance of maintaining curiosity in a rapidly evolving landscape.<\/p>\n<p><b>Takeaways<\/b><\/p>\n<ul>\n<li>Digital tools are essential for enabling circularity.<\/li>\n<li>Automation can significantly improve recycling efficiency.<\/li>\n<li>Companies are still early in their digital transformation journey.<\/li>\n<li>Regulations influence <a href=\"https:\/\/quantumlifecycle.com\/en_CA\/blog\/honoring-our-commitment-to-sustainability-a-look-into-quantums-earth-day-events-for-2023\/\">sustainability practices<\/a> but businesses act for competitive advantage.<\/li>\n<li>Mature organizations spread automation across all functions.<\/li>\n<li>Financial analysis is key to justifying automation investments.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<p>&nbsp;<\/p>\n<p>Thanks for listening!<\/p>\n<p>If you like our podcasts, please leave us a review on Spotify or Apple or wherever you get your podcasts from.<br \/>\nWant to be a guest on <a href=\"https:\/\/quantumlifecycle.com\/en_CA\/podcast\/why-do-certifications-matter\/\">The Circular Future<\/a> podcast? 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