The Material Integrity Framework™
MIA evaluates the full recovery system — not just the price on the final settlement — so manufacturers can see where value is protected, where it is exposed, and what to improve next.
Beyond selling scrap
Each pillar addresses a distinct source of performance and risk. Together, they give operating and financial leaders a shared way to evaluate material quality, transaction accuracy, plant processes, vendor accountability, and missed recovery.
MIA is an independent advisor representing the manufacturer throughout that evaluation.
Pillar 01
Every pound should be properly identified, segregated, and marketed according to its highest-value recovery opportunity.
Verify that material is identified, segregated, captured, and protected from contamination — then graded accurately and marketed to the right outlet.
What MIA examines
Pillar 02
Manufacturers should have confidence that every transaction is accurate, transparent, and fully accounted for.
Confirm that pricing formulas, indexes, deductions, freight, and settlements add up to the result leadership was expecting — and that payment follows.
What MIA examines
Pillar 03
Efficient processes reduce costs, improve safety, and maximize recovery.
Improve handling, equipment, reporting, training, and day-to-day execution — and make ownership of each explicit.
What MIA examines
Pillar 04
Recycling partners should consistently deliver value, service, accountability, and trust.
Measure service, documentation, contract compliance, responsiveness, and market competitiveness against clear expectations.
What MIA examines
Pillar 05
Every opportunity to recover value should be identified and protected.
Identify and document potential underpayments, missing loads, contract issues, internal leakage, and other value that can still be recovered.
What MIA examines
The next step
Start with an independent Material Integrity Review and give leadership a clear view of what is working, what is exposed, and where measurable value may be available.