Data Destruction

Why Trusting “The Local Scrap Guy” with Your Company’s Data Could Be Riskier Than You Think

By: Clint Parsons, Director of Strategic Partnerships, SEAM When it’s time to get rid of old routers, computers, or network hardware, you may feel like you’ve found a simple solution: a guy down the road picks them up, hands you some cash, and hauls them away. But if that guy isn’t a certified IT Asset […]

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The Curse of Old Equipment: Why Your Outdated Tech Could Be a Gateway for Cyber Villains

By: Levi Hentges , Vice President/Business Development, SEAM In the dark world of IT, there lurks a terrifying danger—outdated technology. Old devices may seem harmless, quietly working away in the shadows of your network, but beneath the surface, they are a ticking time bomb, inviting cyber villains to wreak havoc on your system. As technology […]

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Mitigating Risks During Technology Upgrades: Best Practices for Data Security in IT Asset Disposition

By: Levi Hentges , Vice President/Business Development, SEAM As businesses continue to modernize and upgrade their technology, it’s crucial to not overlook what happens to the older equipment that is being replaced. Whether you’re refreshing your entire IT infrastructure or simply decommissioning a few outdated systems, secure IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) is critical to protect […]

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Certified Onsite Shredding: Your Business’s First Line of Defense Against Data Breaches

By: Levi Hentges , Vice President/Business Development, SEAM When it comes to managing sensitive data, securely destroying it is essential—especially when handling large quantities of hard drives, documents, and other data-containing assets. Businesses are increasingly turning to mobile onsite shredding as a solution that ensures security, compliance, and convenience. However, it’s important to know how […]

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How to Handle Shredding Large Volumes of Documents

Both individuals and large corporations need to dispose of sensitive documents. However, individuals rarely match the sheer quantity of paperwork and physical records produced by even small and medium-sized businesses. Similarly, the average person seldom has cabinets full of financial and medical information for thousands of people. Companies need strategies for destroying old documents in […]

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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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External Hard Drives: A Guide to Secure Disposal

By: Levi Hentges , Vice President/Business Development, SEAM External hard drives are useful for providing extra portable storage for business computers, but business owners don’t always know what to do with them when they reach the end of their lifecycle. With that in mind, you need a more secure option than simply throwing or giving […]

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Protecting Your Business: Key Questions for Data Destruction Companies

Levi Hentges , Vice President/Business Development, SEAM Data destruction is crucial for maintaining security and trust within your organization. Therefore, it’s essential to find the best data destruction provider to handle your company’s sensitive information. Here are some important questions to ask any data destruction company before hiring them: 1. What Certifications Do You Have? […]

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The Role of Data Destruction in Disaster Recovery Planning

No business wants to face the threat of a digital disaster. Struggling with things like file loss, corruption, and security breaches can take a toll on your operations. With that in mind, disaster recovery planning is extremely important for your organization. Among your business’s disaster recovery plans, data destruction should be a key component. It […]

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