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ARCOA Group

Name: ARCOA Group
Address: Waukegan, IL, US
Telephone: +18475999001
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Provider of certified ITAD, IT Asset Disposal, Services, IT Asset Management, Electronics Recycling.

The ARCOA Group, comprised of Midwest Copier and ARCOA Recycling, is a leading remarketer of off-lease and end-of-use office electronics as well as a fully integrated R2 certified electronics recycler. We offer nationwide IT Asset Disposal (ITAD) and electronic asset remarketing through our services of white glove logistics, asset remarketing, warehousing and R2 and ISO 14001 certified recycling services for a documented end of life. With over 25 years in business, our experience, resources, win/win common sense approach, gives our customers the best total solution to maximize return on investment while also adhering to the highest environmental standards. Our customers include financial institutions, corporations and governmental agencies worldwide. We service our customers throughout the United States with our integrated logistics services and process assets at our headquarters in the greater Chicago area.

11/03/2026

Most business IT assets perform optimally for just 3-5 years. When performance drops, compatibility issues arise, and maintenance costs climb, it's time for a strategic replacement. Waiting too long increases risks and often costs more in the long run than timely upgrades.

Effective hardware lifecycle management, from procurement to secure disposal, is crucial for maximizing asset value, ensuring security, and maintaining compliance. This structured approach prevents emergency purchases and reduces vulnerability exposure from outdated, unsupported hardware.

Since 1989, ARCOA Group has been a trusted, certified IT Asset Disposition and electronics recycling partner. We help businesses navigate the complexities of hardware decommissioning with secure data destruction, transparent compliance reporting, and global remarketing networks to achieve circularity goals while protecting sensitive data.

Remarket. Recycle. Relocate. Learn more at www.thinkarcoa.com

10/22/2026

Data center operators can recover a portion of their original hardware investment through efficient remarketing within 30 to 60 days post-decommission. Yet many organizations default to immediate destruction, leaving significant value on the table while retiring servers that still have market demand.

The distinction matters because physical destruction isn't required for every server retirement. The appropriate sanitization method depends on the storage media, the information it contains, and your security requirements. NIST SP 800-88 provides guidance for selecting between clear, purge, and destroy methods through a defined sanitization process.

ARCOA Group has been a certified ITAD partner since 1989, helping organizations balance data security with value recovery. We evaluate retired servers for remarketing opportunities, apply appropriate NIST-aligned sanitization methods, and provide documented chain of custody from pickup through final disposition. When your security requirements allow for it, eligible equipment can offset project costs while extending the useful life of enterprise hardware.

Remarket. Recycle. Relocate. Learn more at https://www.thinkarcoa.com/2026/10/21/server-recycling-how-to-retire-old-servers-securely-and-recover-their-value/

10/14/2026

Only 37% of IT and ESG leaders know about NIST 800-88, the most globally accepted standard for end-of-life data sanitization. Even more concerning, 96% of organizations have data destruction policies in place, yet many still reference outdated protocols that leave devices vulnerable to breaches.

The compliance gap isn't just about knowledge. It's about risk. With supply-chain compromise now costing organizations $4.91 million per incident, your ITAD partner's certifications aren't paperwork—they're your defense against becoming a statistic. NAID AAA, e-Stewards, ISO 14001, and adherence to NIST 800-88 represent third-party verification that data sanitization was done right, with auditable proof at every step.

ARCOA Group has been a certified ITAD and electronics recycling partner since 1989, maintaining the industry's most rigorous compliance standards to protect your data and your reputation. When you need certainty that retired assets won't become security liabilities, we deliver documented, defensible results.

Remarket. Recycle. Relocate. Learn more at www.thinkarcoa.com

10/07/2026

Over 20% of data breaches originate from improperly disposed devices, exposing businesses to significant risks. This isn't just about deleting files; it requires certified data sanitization and destruction to safeguard sensitive information. Without professional IT Asset Disposition (ITAD), organizations face data security compromises, compliance violations, and missed opportunities for value recovery.

ARCOA Group specializes in strategic ITAD services that address these critical concerns. We ensure complete data security through certified erasure and destruction, maintain regulatory compliance with detailed documentation, and promote environmental responsibility. Partnering with ARCOA transforms your IT asset disposal from a liability into a strategic advantage, protecting your brand and maximizing the value of your retired assets. Remarket. Recycle. Relocate. Read more at https://www.thinkarcoa.com/2025/11/18/the-hidden-risks-of-improper-it-asset-disposal/

09/22/2026

Nearly one-third of organizations that experienced a data leak in the past year traced it to redeployed drives or devices that retained sensitive data, according to Blancco's 2026 State of Data Sanitization Report. While 94% of organizations express confidence in their sanitization practices, the gap between confidence and outcomes reveals a critical vulnerability in how IT assets are managed at end-of-life.

The financial stakes are substantial. Data breaches from improper equipment disposal average $4.88 million per incident, with healthcare organizations facing exposure exceeding $10 million. Yet many organizations continue to handle device retirement without verified data sanitization protocols, creating preventable risk as assets move through redeployment, resale, or recycling channels.

ARCOA Group has provided certified IT asset disposition and electronics recycling services since 1989, ensuring complete data destruction with documented chain-of-custody controls and Certificates of Destruction. When devices leave your environment, verification matters.

Remarket. Recycle. Relocate. Learn more at www.thinkarcoa.com

09/16/2026

In today's dynamic business environment, the secure destruction of products is more critical than ever. Whether dealing with obsolete inventory, or proprietary information, improper disposal poses significant risks to brand reputation, regulatory compliance, and data security. ARCOA Group specializes in comprehensive product destruction services designed to mitigate these risks, ensuring materials are permanently removed from circulation and handled with the utmost care.

Our approach goes beyond simple disposal. With over 37 years of experience, ARCOA combines rigorous security protocols with a commitment to environmental responsibility. We help organizations nationwide protect their brand, prevent unauthorized resale, and safeguard sensitive information by developing tailored destruction solutions that align with their operational needs. We prioritize responsible recycling of recoverable materials, supporting sustainability initiatives while upholding the highest standards of security and compliance.

Remarket. Recycle. Relocate. Learn more at www.thinkarcoa.com

09/10/2026

The global data center decommissioning services market is projected to reach $27.89 billion by 2030. As hyperscalers refresh AI infrastructure every 3-5 years and average data center footprints expand to 400,000 square feet, the volume and complexity of retired hardware entering the reverse supply chain is accelerating dramatically.

Data center decommissioning is no longer a facilities afterthought. Proper end-of-life management requires specialized workflows, secure data destruction protocols, and institutional-grade processing facilities.

ARCOA Group has been a certified ITAD and electronics recycling partner since 1989, delivering data-secure decommissioning, logistics, and value recovery for enterprise and data center assets. Remarket. Recycle. Relocate. Learn more at www.thinkarcoa.com

09/07/2026

Happy Labor Day from the ARCOA Group!

Today we thank the skilled teams whose work keeps the our economy moving — securing data, refurbishing hardware, and keeping electronics out of landfills.

Since 1989, ARCOA Group has been proud to work alongside a dedicated workforce committed to doing IT the right way. Today, we simply say thank you.

09/01/2026

ARCOA is at BTA IGNITE in Kansas City - Stop by Booth 32!

Talking ITAD, electronics recycling, and getting dealers real money back on retired IT and imaging assets.

Swing by. Let’s connect!

www.thinkarcoa.com

08/26/2026

ARCOA is attending BTA IGNITE in Kansas City, Sept. 1–3, 2026!

We're excited to connect with our valued dealer and partner community. Discover how ARCOA Group empowers your business with industry-leading ITAD, comprehensive electronics recycling, and maximized remarketing / trade-in value for your retired IT and imaging assets.

Come find our team, say hello, and let's explore how we can support your growth. We'd love to connect!

Learn more at www.thinkarcoa.com

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Waukegan, IL

Opening Hours

Monday	8am - 4pm
Tuesday	8am - 4pm
Wednesday	8am - 4pm
Thursday	8am - 4pm
Friday	8am - 4pm

Telephone

+18475999001

Website

http://www.thinkarcoa.com/

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