Data Breaches
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The Phantom of Shadow IT: Unseen Threats Lurking in Your Network
By: Clint Parsons, Director of Strategic Partnerships, SEAM Every business has its share of phantoms—the unseen, unmonitored devices and software that creep into your network under the radar. This phenomenon, known as Shadow IT, can be a silent killer, exposing your organization to major cybersecurity risks. Employees often introduce unauthorized devices, apps, or cloud services […]
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Data Breach Fallout: Protect Your Business Now
By: Clint Parsons, Director of Strategic Partnerships, SEAM Recent News of a Massive Data Breach Exposes Billions A recent report alleges that the personal financial data of approximately 2.9 billion individuals may have been compromised in a data breach. The lawsuit claims that a background check company, National Public Data, failed to adequately protect information […]
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Choosing a Trustworthy Data Destruction Vendor: Protecting Your Business
By: Clint Parsons, Director of Strategic Partnerships, SEAM In today’s digital age, where sensitive data is a constant concern, businesses face a critical decision: selecting a reliable data destruction vendor. A recent data breach at a Mumbai hospital serves as a cautionary tale. Allegedly, patient information ended up on…paper plates! It might sound unbelievable, but […]
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Securing Patient Data: Lessons from Data Breaches for Dakota Healthcare Organizations
As healthcare organizations navigate the digital landscape, the recent HIPAA Journal report sends a clear signal: data breaches in healthcare are on the rise, and IT execs at Dakota hospitals need to take note. In 2023 alone, the Department of Health and Human Services (HHS) reported a staggering 725 large breaches, surpassing the previous year’s […]
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How IT Professionals Handle Old Electronics – Insights from a Revealing Survey
In a rapidly advancing technological landscape, businesses continually upgrade their IT assets to remain competitive. Yet, the process of IT asset disposal (ITAD) brings forth a unique set of challenges. A recent survey delves into the practices of small- and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) when it comes to handling aging electronics. The findings underscore a concerning […]
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Safeguarding Data in the Dakotas: Proper Disposal of IT Equipment for Business Security
In today’s digital age, data breaches pose a significant threat to businesses, including those in South Dakota and North Dakota. Recent incidents have highlighted the importance of proper data protection and disposal practices. There are a few crucial steps businesses in the Dakotas need to take when decommissioning servers, computers, or recycling electronics. By following […]
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The Risks of Letting Documents Pile Up in Your Workspace
As a business owner in South Dakota or North Dakota, you have countless company needs to keep in mind. As a result, the stacks of paper and documents accumulating in your workplace may just be at the bottom of your priority list. However, letting those documents accumulate can pose several risks to your business, including […]
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Don’t Get Burned: Why Certified ITAD Is Critical For Your Business
When it’s time to retire your used business IT equipment, ensuring compliant disposal and protection of sensitive data is essential. To achieve this, many South Dakota and North Dakota businesses turn to certified IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) vendors. But what does certification mean in the ITAD industry, and why is it so critical? Certification is […]
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Half of Used Enterprise Routers Still Contain Sensitive Data: A Wake-Up Call for Secure ITAD
In today’s era of digital transformation, securing sensitive information is becoming increasingly important. Not only do businesses need to take care of PCs, servers, and network equipment on the network, but they also need to ensure that sensitive information is wiped before reselling or disposing of devices when they come offline. A recent study by […]
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