Reconome is helping address one of the UK’s most pressing digital challenges

IW Capital’s portfolio company, Reconome, is helping address one of the UK’s most pressing digital challenges by extending the lifespan of technology and improving access to digital devices for those who need them most.

New research has found that 93% of low-income families raising disabled children are digitally excluded or at risk, highlighting the scale of digital inequality across the UK. Access to reliable technology has become increasingly important for education, employment, healthcare and everyday life, making digital inclusion a growing social and economic priority.

At the same time, thousands of retired devices remain unused by businesses across the UK, despite their potential to make a meaningful difference. Rather than allowing valuable technology to go to waste, Reconome helps organisations securely repurpose and redeploy devices, giving them a second life while reducing electronic waste.

By connecting surplus technology with communities that need it, Reconome is helping bridge the digital divide while supporting a more circular approach to technology. Its work demonstrates how innovation can create both commercial value and positive social impact.

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At IW Capital, we are proud to back ambitious businesses that are using technology to solve real-world challenges. Reconome’s mission to reduce digital inequality while promoting sustainability is an excellent example of the positive impact innovation can have for businesses, communities and the environment.