Abstract
In this paper we address the operational and economical aspects of EOL computer systems at educational institutions. To this end we present an actual case study of a major university in Boston and provide an economical analysis of different options such as disposal, disassembly, recycling, reuse and re-sale of these systems. We recommend a new procedure that will improve the collection and handling processes leading to a structured decision making methodology.
Keywords
Disassembly, Recycling, Reuse, Electronics, Universities, Operations Research, Optimization
Subject Categories
Production engineering
Disciplines
Engineering
Publication Date
2000
Permanent URL
Recommended Citation
Kizilkaya, Elif A.; Gupta, Surendra M.; and Mehmet, Dincer, "Economic analysis of end-of-life computer systems in educational institutions" (2000). . Paper 46. http://hdl.handle.net/2047/d10003083
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