As product changes occur and as technology becomes obsolete and facilities face closures, companies that fail to engage in asset and investment recovery initiatives are overlooking a marketplace that is full of potential. Whether it's small items such as nuts and bolts, medium-sized equipment such as used computer hardware and office gear, or larger assets such as factories and office buildings, supply management plays a substantial role in their disposition and investment recovery.
Source: Inside Supply Management, http://www.ism.ws