Data security is a top priority for most organizations for the disposition of their IT assets. Sensitive data must be cleared from the drives of retired IT equipment before it can be remarketed. However, many misconceptions exist about the process, standards and technology related to data erasure. Here, we try to clear up a few: …
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Data security is one of the highest priorities for most IT organizations when it comes to retiring – remarketing or recycling – their physical assets. Disposing equipment without accounting for the data it contains can expose a company to a significant amount of liability. This is especially true for companies in fields where sensitive records …
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As your company makes plans for the disposition of its IT assets, rarely is the decision driven entirely by their resale value. However, to better set expectations and calculate disposition costs, it helps to have an understanding of what your equipment is worth. The value of IT equipment generally decreases steadily over time, as manufacturers bring improvements to …
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Finding a remarketing provider for your IT equipment should not simply be a matter of sending out equipment lists for bid. Selling for the highest price could result in selling to the highest potential liability for your firm. You can protect yourself by researching and performing due-diligence on the bidders ahead of time to make …
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When faced with excess or outdated equipment, many IT organizations consider donating the assets to charity. While non-profit organizations are always in need of donations, the slow economy has led to reduced contribution income. In addition to providing a service and building good will in a community, donating equipment can be a cost-effective way to …
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1. 99% or more of the material in corporate electronics can be recycled, if it is processed by a certified technology recycler. All of the metals get sorted, smelted and eventually reused to manufacture new items. The properties of plastic change each time they are recycled, so the plastics from electronic devices usually get made …
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All computer recyclers are not the same. There are three important factors that should be taken into consideration when choosing a computer recycler: certification, geographic reach and breadth of services. Choosing the right partner will protect your company reputation, ensure compliance with regulations and make the electronic disposition process easy to manage. Certification Industry …
Data erasure is time-consuming, cumbersome and complicated by the need to adhere to numerous regulations, including: HIPAA/HITECH, FACTA, SOX, GLB and FERPA. The complexities and in-depth knowledge required to achieve responsible data erasure are the reasons many businesses choose to partner with an expert data erasure vendor to handle compliance, audit, and environmental processes on …
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Disposing of old technology and the data they hold can be a significant security risk for your company. The method of disposal also present a risk of environmental hazard. When discarded technology ends up in the wrong hands or gets disposed of improperly, the resulting damages can be costly for companies to remedy. Disposition and …
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Compliance with the Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (commonly abbreviated as PCI DSS) is a high priority for any organization that stores, handles, and processes credit, debit, or other payment card information. Created and administered by the major credit card brands, PCI DSS compliance is necessary for any organization—large or small—that wishes to conduct …
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