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Embracing Sustainability

In the rapidly evolving electronics manufacturing
industry, the concept of Extended Producer

Responsibility (EPR) has emerged as a critical
framework for environmental sustainability. EPR

policies compel manufacturers to account for the
entire lifecycle of their products, from design to
disposal, thereby addressing the growing challenge

of electronic waste (e-waste) management.
This approach not only aims to reduce the

environmental impact of electronic products but
also encourages companies to innovate in product
design and recycling processes.

Against this backdrop, Rajesh Ambokar, Head

of Administration at GM Modular sheds light
on their approach to EPR and highlights the

broader industry trend towards environmental
accountability.

Integrating EPR in significantly. The challenges are to their commitment to a reduced
diverse, ranging from consumer
Business Operations education on e-waste management environmental footprint.

Rajesh Ambokar, Head of to developing efficient collection Holistic Approach to
Administration at GM Modular, systems and managing the Sustainability
elaborates on their EPR strategy, logistics of recycling.
which seamlessly blends EPR also plays a pivotal role Operating across various
environmental considerations in GM Modular’s product design. regions, GM Modular navigates
into every aspect of their product The company now prioritises a complex web of global
lifecycle. This includes a focus environmentally friendly EPR standards. Collaboration
on the collection, recycling, and materials and designs products for with local stakeholders and
disposal of e-waste, impacting easier disassembly and recycling. government authorities is
their business processes Such considerations are integral essential for effective compliance.

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