Integrating Sustainability into IT Operations: A Global Imperative
The integration of sustainability into IT operations has emerged as a pressing global concern, with organizations worldwide striving to reduce their environmental footprint. Among the leaders in this domain is Lenovo, a company that has been recognized for its innovative solutions such as the Neptune® Liquid Cooling technology and AI-driven sustainability tools, alongside services that enhance device circularity.
The Evolving Business Landscape and the Role of IT in Sustainability
In the dynamic business environment of today, sustainability is not just a buzzword but a core priority for companies keen on enhancing their IT infrastructure. This emphasis is partly driven by the substantial energy demands of generative AI technologies and the need to address often-overlooked emissions within IT operations. Consequently, organizations are increasingly turning to reliable IT service providers like Lenovo to implement strategies that mitigate their carbon footprints while simultaneously enhancing operational efficiency.
To guide these organizations in their decision-making processes, the Everest Group’s Sustainable IT Services PEAK Matrix® offers a comprehensive analysis of the top 21 sustainable IT service providers. This report provides insight into how these providers have adapted their services to meet the growing demand for solutions that promote energy efficiency, sustainability, and productivity.
Lenovo’s Recognition as a Major Contender
In the 2025 report, Lenovo was acknowledged as a "Major Contender" in the realm of Sustainable IT Services. This recognition underscores Lenovo’s innovative contributions to minimizing environmental impact and enhancing efficiency for its clients. To be deemed a Major Contender, a company must exhibit a balanced combination of market impact, strategic vision, and capability. This encompasses a variety of factors including a robust client base, the value delivered, diverse service offerings, strategic foresight, the scope of services, innovation, investment in new technologies, and a solid delivery footprint.
Sustainable IT Services: Shaping the Future of Technology
Sustainable IT services are transforming the technological landscape by embedding environmental accountability into IT operations. Service providers are aiding enterprises in reducing their IT carbon footprints, optimizing their applications, and meeting Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) goals through solutions such as green cloud infrastructure and eco-friendly software development.
Rita Soni, a Principal Analyst at Everest Group, highlighted Lenovo’s sustainable IT portfolio, which emphasizes comprehensive hardware-led services that cover procurement, management of environmental footprints during usage, and end-of-life cycle handling. Lenovo’s innovative solutions, like the Neptune® Cooling technology for data centers and LISSA, an AI-powered tool that measures and visualizes device carbon footprints, showcase the company’s expertise in sustainable IT. These solutions have solidified Lenovo’s position as a Major Contender in Everest Group’s Sustainable IT Services PEAK Matrix® Assessment for 2025.
Additionally, clients appreciate Lenovo’s extensive e-waste management network, eco-friendly packaging that reduces plastic use in supply chains, robust hardware repair services, and flexible pricing models.
Lenovo’s Commitment to Innovation and Sustainability
Lenovo’s commitment to innovation and sustainability has reinforced its status as a trusted partner for enterprises in search of sustainable IT solutions. The Everest Group report affirms Lenovo’s capability to balance performance with sustainability, enabling organizations to curtail their environmental impact while achieving their business objectives.
About Lenovo
Lenovo is a global technology leader with annual revenues of $57 billion. Ranked #248 in the Fortune Global 500, Lenovo serves millions of customers daily across 180 markets. The company is driven by a bold vision to deliver Smarter Technology for All and has expanded its success as the world’s largest PC company to encompass a comprehensive portfolio that ranges from AI-enabled devices to high-performance computing infrastructure and software solutions.
Lenovo’s continuous investment in groundbreaking innovation aims to create a more equitable, trustworthy, and intelligent future for everyone. For more information, visit the official Lenovo website.
About Everest Group
Everest Group is a leading research firm that aids business leaders in making informed decisions. The firm guides clients through contemporary market challenges, strengthening their strategies by applying contextualized problem-solving tailored to their unique situations. This approach maximizes operational and financial performance and fosters transformative experiences.
Everest Group’s profound expertise and relentless research focus on technology, business processes, and engineering, viewed through the lenses of talent, sustainability, and sourcing, provide precise and actionable guidance. For further details and in-depth content, visit the Everest Group website.
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