MDSi is a strategic partner that focuses on delivering value to its customers by leveraging its partnerships and supply chain solutions. Our experience in managing both forward and reverse logistics, combined with business intelligence, enables us to proactively meet customer procurement requirements and navigate today’s complex and rapidly evolving digital landscape.
While we do not manufacture the products we sell, it’s worth mentioning that the OEMs we work with are among some of the most committed entities in the world when it comes to reducing their carbon footprints. Companies like Cisco, Juniper, HPE, and Arista have all made ambitious commitments to reaching Net Zero emissions within the next 15 years. They’re doing things like: reducing packaging, making their products easier to repair, buying green energy, retrofitting their facilities to use less power, and innovating to create products that are exponentially more energy efficient with each generation. Beyond that, Cisco and HPE have both developed robust systems for remanufacturing and reselling certified pre-owned equipment—an invaluable tool for customers looking to participate in the circular economy.
Although most of the impact we achieve in the area of carbon reduction truly does come from the way we help our clients improve sustainability, we of course have an in-house program to reduce waste and emissions. We voluntarily disclose our Scope 1-3 carbon emissions to the public every year through a CDP disclosure.
“I suspect companies think we’re over-promising when we say we can help them reduce carbon emissions and save money at the same time. But we’re not. Really. We’ve been doing this for over 30 years and in that time we’ve become quite skilled at isolating opportunities to transform the digital environment while minimizing impact on the natural environment.”
MANAGER OF COMPLIANCE AND SUSTAINABILITY
Cisco has a powerful program for keeping equipment out of landfills and reducing carbon emissions. It’s called Cisco Refresh and it’s been a wildly popular option for customers looking to reduce costs and increase the sustainability of their IT ecosystems. MDSi CEO Lisa McDonald and Cisco Global Head of Sales for Cisco Refresh, Justin Cashman, explain.
MDSi has always been committed to having a positive impact on both our own employees and the greater community, and over the years that commitment has only grown.
Inside these walls, that means providing an environment where employees not only feel physically safe, but where there emotional well-being is looked after. Where diversity is not only welcome, but sought after. Where opportunities are based on merit. And where ethics are both taught formally and demonstrated informally every day.
Externally, we support our local community by sponsoring and partnering with a wide range of local non-profits, from well-known groups like the United Way, CASA, and our Chamber of Commerce to niche organizations like MentorMe, Family Haven, and FTLOAH (For the love of a horse).
On top of that we host an annual fundraiser with all proceeds going to the Travis Manion Foundation—a non-profit dedicated to empowering veterans and families of fallen heroes
The hallmark program of the Travis Manion Foundation, called Character Does Matter, is a youth mentorship program led by veterans and families of the fallen volunteers. It is designed to help develop character and leadership skills in young adults.
Family Haven in Forsyth County Georgia provides resources, safe temporary shelter, crisis support, and referral services for victims of domestic violence.
FTLOAH is dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of equines, specifically those with critical-care needs that would otherwise be euthanized.
United Way of Forsyth County works to bridge the gap between the needs that exist, the services that are provided, and the cost of making those services available to the folks who need them.
MDSi has always been committed to having a positive impact on both our own employees and the greater community, and over the years that commitment has only grown.
Inside these walls, that means providing an environment where employees not only feel physically safe, but where there emotional well-being is looked after. Where diversity is not only welcome, but sought after. Where opportunities are based on merit. And where ethics are both taught formally and demonstrated informally every day.
Externally, we support our local community by sponsoring and partnering with a wide range of local non-profits, from well-known groups like the United Way, CASA, and our Chamber of Commerce to niche organizations like MentorMe, Family Haven, and FTLOAH (For the love of a horse).
On top of that we host an annual fundraiser with all proceeds going to the Travis Manion Foundation—a non-profit dedicated to empowering veterans and families of fallen heroes
The hallmark program of the Travis Manion Foundation, called Character Does Matter, is a youth mentorship program led by veterans and families of the fallen volunteers. It is designed to help develop character and leadership skills in young adults.
Mentor Me North Georgia connects young people ages 6-17 to trusted adults and positive role models who provide opportunities for them to reach their full potential.
Family Haven in Forsyth County Georgia provides resources, safe temporary shelter, crisis support, and referral services for victims of domestic violence.
FTLOAH is dedicated to the rescue and rehabilitation of equines, specifically those with critical-care needs that would otherwise be euthanized.
United Way of Forsyth County works to bridge the gap between the needs that exist, the services that are provided, and the cost of making those services available to the folks who need them.
