Data Security

  • How to Properly Destroy a Personal Hard Drive

    Technological advances have been plentiful in the past several years, from computers to smartphones to tablets and beyond. Therefore, it’s not uncommon for the average person to level up their technology and leave behind old devices. Most people are aware of the threat of identity theft, yet they don’t understand how their old technological gadgets, […]

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  • Five Healthcare Documents to Destroy for Information Security

    Document loss or theft in the healthcare industry can be particularly damaging, because  documents can contain a wide range of incredibly sensitive information. Sensitive healthcare documentation includes things such as records of patients’ medical histories, the personal information of patients or staff, and information relating to insurance claims and payments. While many South Dakota healthcare […]

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  • Retiring Technological Equipment at the End of a Lease

    In any market, it is crucial to ensure that all of your business’s IT equipment is up to date. However, the fact that the technological developments in IT-related software and hardware happen at an increasingly rapid pace means that it is important for businesses to understand how best to cycle out end-of-lease and end-of-use technology. […]

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  • Why ITAD is Important in the Context of Manufacturing

    Why ITAD is Important in the Context of Manufacturing In various manufacturing industries, cultivating a consistent and positive image for your business is a vital part of growing and maintaining a successful brand identity. In order to protect your manufacturing company’s image and reputation, partnering with a professional and experienced IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) company […]

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  • Important Questions to Ask When Considering an ITAD Company

    Important Questions to Ask When Considering an ITAD Company Choosing an experienced and effective IT Asset Disposition company to partner with your business is an absolutely vital decision for your digital security. It is critical to ensure that the ITAD company you choose is qualified to handle your business’s sensitive digital materials and that they […]

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  • Planning IT Asset Disposition for Financial Companies

    Data security is increasingly important for all businesses, because online interactions and commerce involving digital documentation is increasingly common. However, financial service businesses handle consumer information that is uniquely sensitive and must be kept especially secure. Many financial service companies are in the position of safeguarding data that includes private consumer financial and identification information. […]

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  • Data Destruction 101: Deleting Doesn’t Count

    The advent of digital data has literally changed the way we live, enhancing our ability to access and share information.  It has put the world at our fingertips.  For businesses, the incredible growth of IT over the last few decades has allowed for greater speed, efficiency, and reach, creating endless opportunities for growth, productivity, and […]

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  • Planning for ITAD Program Success

    Companies tend to spend a lot of time considering IT upgrades.  When you’re shelling out a ton of dough for new computer equipment, servers, or mobile devices, you want to be sure you’re making a wise investment that will serve your needs and pay off in use value for years to come. Unfortunately, you may […]

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  • IT Asset Disposal Myths

    By now, everyone knows that tossing IT assets or outdated paper records in the trash is a big no-no.  If thieves access sensitive data, you could suffer a data breach and consumers could become victims of identity theft, all of which is terrible for your customers and your company. The best way to protect confidential […]

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