Sage Sustainable Electronics

What Sage Sustainable Electronics does

Sage Sustainable Electronics is a US-based, enterprise-focused IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) company headquartered in Columbus, Ohio. Founded in 2014 by Robert Houghton and Jill Vaské, both prior co-founders of ITAD pioneer Redemtech, Sage provides Fortune 100 and large enterprise clients with end-of-life IT asset services spanning logistics and chain-of-custody, NAID AAA-certified data sanitization, refurbishment and remarketing, e-Stewards-certified recycling, mobile device processing, and ESG/carbon reporting under the "Long Live Tech" sustainability platform. The company also runs the GoodTogether digital-equity donation program and a refurbished-device e-commerce channel. Sage was acquired by Closed Loop Partners in 2023 and has since rolled up Relectro (October 2024) and Cascade Asset Management (2025), expanding to seven owned processing facilities across six states totaling roughly 300,000 square feet and over one million assets of stated annual processing capacity.

The underlying technology stack centers on Sage Central, a 24/7 self-serve client portal for scheduling, inventory, reporting, and redeployment, extended by SageConnect, a native ServiceNow application that embeds ITAD workflows into enterprise IT service management. Supporting tools include the Reuse Impact Calculator (which leverages EPA's Electronics Environmental Benefits Calculator) and the firm's annual IT Asset Benchmarking Report, drawing on data from 56 organizations and 2.5 million IT assets. Revenue is generated through transaction-based ITAD service fees on enterprise contracts, hardware sales of refurbished devices through Sage Shop, wholesale and employee purchase programs, and fee-based donation processing. Pricing is custom-quoted and contracted on multi-year terms with enterprise clients, while distribution runs through direct field sales, the Sage Central self-serve portal, e-commerce, and a wholesale buyers club. Sage is led by CEO Neil Peters-Michaud (appointed April 2026 following the Cascade acquisition), with Houghton serving as Chairman.

Name

Sage Sustainable Electronics

Legal name

Sage Sustainable Electronics LLC

Website

https://sagese.com

Company type

Private

Founded year

2014

Operating status

Operating

Headcount range

101–250 employees

Short description

Sage Sustainable Electronics is a US-based enterprise IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) company serving Fortune 100 clients with secure data destruction, refurbishment, recycling, and ESG reporting across seven owned processing facilities.

Ownership category

akta.pro rank

Product category

IT Asset Disposition Services

NAICS

Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (8112), Electronic and Precision Equipment Repair and Maintenance (811210), Computing Infrastructure Providers, Data Processing, Web Hosting, and Related Services (51821), Computer Systems Design and Related Services (5415)

SIC

Services-Computer Processing & Data Preparation (7374), Services-Computer Programming, Data Processing, Etc. (7370)

akta.pro primary industry

IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) & Secure Data Erasure (BPAEAOAK)

akta.pro secondary industries

IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) Services (Data-Bearing Asset Handling) (BPALAIAA), Enterprise Hardware Recycling (Servers, Storage, Networking) (BPALAIAI), ITAD, Electronics Recycling & Parts Harvesting Retail (CRACAJAF), Certified Compliance & Reporting Services (R2/e-Stewards, Audit, ESG) (BPALAIAL), IT Asset Management (ITAM) Platforms (HDAEALAD)

Keywords

• IT asset disposition
• Electronics refurbishment
• Secure data destruction
• E-waste recycling
• Refurbished electronics resale

Headquarters

HQ city

Columbus

HQ country

United States

HQ region

North America

Offices7 records

Markets served

GTM type

B2B

Offering type

Services

Cost components

Personnel, Operations, Supply Chain, Technology or R&D, Infrastructure, Marketing or Sales

Revenue model

1. IT Asset Disposition Services: Core revenue stream from secure IT asset disposition services including logistics, data destruction, refurbishment, and recycling. Revenue is generated through service fees charged to enterprise clients for managing their end-of-life IT equipment.
2. Refurbished Electronics Sales: Sale of refurbished laptops, desktops, mobile devices, and other electronics through e-commerce shop and wholesale channels. Devices are tested, data-cleared, and include a one-year warranty.
3. Wholesale and Employee Purchase Programs: B2B wholesale sales to approved buyers and employee purchase programs where corporate employees can buy refurbished devices.
4. Donation Processing Services: Fee-based processing of donated devices for corporate clients, including data wiping, refurbishment, and delivery to non-profit recipients through the GoodTogether program.

Pricing tiers

Go-to-market motion2 records

Distribution channels6 records

Marketing channels7 records

Core offering

Sage Sustainable Electronics provides enterprise IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) services covering logistics, NAID AAA-certified data destruction, refurbishment, remarketing, and certified recycling of end-of-life IT equipment for Fortune 100 companies. The company operates seven processing facilities across six US states, a 24/7 self-serve reporting portal (Sage Central) with ServiceNow integration, and sells refurbished laptops, desktops, and mobile devices through its online Sage Shop with a one-year warranty.

Product overview

Sage Sustainable Electronics operates a unified ITAD (IT Asset Disposition) platform built around its core Sage Central portal, supported by specialized service modules and strategic acquisitions. The platform comprises Sage Central (24/7 reporting and tracking portal with ServiceNow API integration), Sage Connect (a native ServiceNow application), the GoodTogether digital equity donation program, and the Reuse Impact Calculator. Service offerings include Logistics & On Site Services, Audit & Data Security, Refurbish/Resell/Redeploy, Disposition, Mobility Services, Remote Worker & Office Services, and Practice Advisory. The company has expanded through acquisitions of Relectro (electronics repair and refurbishment) and Cascade Asset Management (ITAD). The 12th Annual IT Asset Benchmarking Report serves as a thought leadership product in the industry.

Differentiator

Problem solved

Functional benefit

Brands

• GoodTogether: Digital equity program enabling corporate donors to securely donate refurbished technology to communities and organizations in need.

Products and services

• Sage Central 24/7 real-time self-serve portal providing enterprise clients with IT asset disposition tracking, scheduling, inventory management, reporting, and financial dashboards, featuring ServiceNow API integration for embedding ITAD workflows into existing IT service management systems.
• Logistics & On Site Services Comprehensive logistics services including inventory and reconciliation, secure chain of custody, facility decommissioning and shutdown, and certified crew for on-site ITAD engagements for enterprise clients.
• Audit & Data Security NAID AAA-certified data sanitization services including NIST 800-88 and DoD compliant erasure, hard drive shredding, and data flash/factory reset for enterprise IT assets.
• Refurbish, Resell & Redeploy Testing, cleaning, strategic repair, Windows licensing, and remarketing services that maximize device value for resale or internal redeployment across enterprise IT estates.
• Disposition E-Stewards certified electronics recycling, lease return handling, donation services, and ethical disposal when reuse pathways are exhausted for enterprise end-of-life IT equipment.
• Mobility Services

Quantifiable outcome

• Device retrieval rates improved from 30% to 98% with Sage's programs
• +6 more outcomes

Named customers3 records

Segments6 records

Ideal customer profiles4 records

Technology focussed Yes

API detail

Has API

Yes

API docs

API detail

Core technology

AI maturity

App detail

Integration2 records

Feature4 records

Partnerships

Four partnerships are on record, tiered core and minor.

• RelectrocoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcquired in October 2024, Relectro provides electronics repair, refurbishment, and logistics services. The acquisition expands Sage's repair capabilities and strengthens its position in sustainable electronics recycling. Relectro is R2-certified.
• Cascade Asset ManagementcoreStrategic or Co-development PartnerAcquired in 2025, Cascade was a leading ITAD company founded by Neil Peters-Michaud. The acquisition expanded Sage's platform and established its position as a leading provider of sustainable ITAD services in North America. Former Cascade facilities in Madison and Indianapolis added to Sage's footprint.
• International ITAD and Reverse Logistics PartnersminorChannel Partner/ Reseller/ DistributorSage collaborates with a network of audited ITAD and reverse logistics partners to support global IT asset disposition services for clients with international needs.
• Non-profit Donation RecipientsminorOthersSage's GoodTogether program connects corporate donors with non-profit organizations for device donations. Sage processes devices and facilitates delivery to recipients including schools, community organizations, and digital equity programs.

Scale indicators8 records

Recent moves7 records

Expansion highlights7 records

Broad incumbents

• Iron Mountain Incorporated: Global records-management and ITAD incumbent offering secure data destruction, IT asset disposition, and digital transformation services at massive scale. Directly competes with Sage in enterprise ITAD, but operates a much broader portfolio spanning records storage, data centers, and information governance.
• Ingram Micro Lifecycle: IT distribution and reverse-logistics arm of global IT distributor Ingram Micro, offering enterprise ITAD and device lifecycle services at scale. Broad incumbent competitor leveraging parent company's massive distribution infrastructure.

Direct peers

• ITRenew: Enterprise ITAD, data center decommissioning, and circular IT asset management provider offering secure data sanitization, refurbishment, and remarketing. Closely comparable to Sage in service mix and enterprise customer focus.
• Reclamere: Boutique enterprise ITAD and data destruction provider offering NAID AAA certified services to regulated industries including healthcare and financial services. Smaller-scale direct competitor with similar compliance-led positioning.
• Quantum Lifecycle Partners: North American ITAD provider focused on secure data destruction, refurbishment, and resale for enterprise and public-sector clients. Closely comparable mid-market competitor in service offerings and certifications (R2, NAID AAA).
• TES (Total IT Asset Management): Global ITAD and reverse-logistics provider operating processing facilities across multiple continents, offering enterprise asset disposition, data destruction, and refurbishment at scale. Direct competitor with greater international reach than Sage.
• Sims Lifecycle Services: Global ITAD and electronics reuse provider offering enterprise-grade data destruction, refurbishment, and recycling. Direct head-to-head competitor with Sage for Fortune 100 ITAD contracts, with broader international footprint and similar service-line scope.
• Apto Solutions: Enterprise ITAD and mobility lifecycle services provider with US processing facilities, offering secure data destruction, refurbishment, and resale. Comparable mid-market direct competitor serving enterprise and healthcare customers.
• HOBI International (HOBI Enterprise): Mid-market ITAD and electronics reuse company offering enterprise data destruction, IT asset management, and refurbished resale. Comparable direct competitor in the US ITAD market with overlapping vertical focus.

Emerging players

• Cobalt IT Recycling: US-based ITAD and electronics recycling provider focused on secure data destruction and environmentally responsible recycling. A smaller, emerging competitor in Sage's space with overlapping services but narrower geographic footprint.

Market position

Strengths5 records

Weaknesses5 records

Competitive moat6 records

Key risks6 records

Key highlights7 records

Customer concentration

• Xx.com/SageSE_ITAD
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Compliance11 records

Revenue estimate

Valuation estimate

Number of profiles

Profiles16 records

Subsidiaries2 records

Funding overview

Funding rounds

Investors

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M&A2 records

Investments

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