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A journey toward more sustainable end-user devices in IT operations<\/h1><\/div><\/div><\/div><\/div>
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Aleksandra Domagala<\/h5>
Jun 26, 2025<\/h5><\/div><\/div>
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In today’s rapidly evolving business landscape, organizations are under immense pressure to not only remain competitive but also to operate sustainably. According to Capgemini Research Institute<\/a>, sustainability remains a top priority, with 82% of organizations increasing investments in 2025 and 98% planning to do so by 2026.<\/h2>\n\n\n\n

Embracing cost reduction and resource conservation isn’t just a strategic move for end-user services and workplace leads \u2013 it’s a transformative journey toward a more resilient and responsible future. By focusing on these areas, organizations can achieve significant financial savings, reduce their environmental footprint, and enhance their corporate reputation.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

The necessity for transitioning to profitable business models with reduced environmental impact<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

It is evident that sustainability<\/a> is not just a fleeting trend, but a powerful force reshaping the future. This is also visible in the workplace area. <\/a>For instance, 76% of organizations<\/a> required to report emissions already have a sustainable end-user computing strategy. This revolution in end-user operations is driven by the increasing awareness of the environmental impact of electronic waste and the soaring costs of energy. Consider this stark reality: In 2024, twice as much e-waste was generated compared to 2010, and only 20% of it was properly recycled<\/a>. Additionally, global average electricity prices rose by over 46%<\/a> between 2010 and 2024. These trends highlight the urgent need for organizations to adopt sustainable practices, for the sake of the environment and their own business.<\/p>\n\n\n\n

A journey toward proficiency in sustainable end-user devices<\/strong><\/h4>\n\n\n\n

At Capgemini, we observe the complexities and challenges that organizations face in their sustainability efforts when addressing questions related to end-user devices, such as:<\/p>\n\n\n\n