Data Security
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The BYOD Policy is Becoming More Popular, But Does it Pose a Security Threat?
Modern offices tend to adopt a more relaxed work environment, one in which the walls of cubicles have come down in favor of open-concept floor plans and employees are encouraged to participate in a team-driven environment. Of course, policies and procedures have not become so lax as to allow for a BYOB mentality. As for […]
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How You Can Save Money in Your Data Center with Data Erasure
For years, one of the difficulties for businesses storing data was the ever-growing volume of hard copies and where to put them. Entire rooms full of filing cabinets were devoted to organized storage of files and overflow went to secure warehouses for storage. In addition to cost, potential downsides included risk of physical theft as […]
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How Secure is SSD Encryption Really?
When your South Dakota company spends money to upgrade hardware, there are several priorities; It has to meet your needs now and in the foreseeable future, it has to integrate with current operating systems, and of course it must be secure. When it comes to solid-state drives (SSDs) that store data, security is of the […]
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Managing Sensitive Information on Mobile Devices
More and more business these days is conducted remotely, from home or on the go, using a variety of mobile devices, including cell phones and tablets. These tools allow your North Dakota business to proceed even when employees travel, take sick days, or simply work from home to avoid a long commute. Are cell phones […]
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Do You Need a Hardware Asset Management Plan?
Your ITAM, or IT asset management strategy is an essential part of spending wisely and getting the greatest use value from pricey IT equipment and devices. A failure to plan could result in wasteful and negligent practices that cost you unnecessary funds and put your company and your customers at risk. There’s no question that […]
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Why You Shouldn’t Trust Just Any ITAD Vendor with Your Data
When it comes time to dispose of IT assets, either through shredding and recycling or wiping and remarketing, you obviously need a qualified, experienced vendor you can trust. While you could try to manage this process on your own, the truth is that you probably don’t have the necessary resources to devote to it (including […]
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The Risks of Electronics Recycling on America Recycles Day
As we celebrate America Recycles Day, organizations across the country are pledging and showing their support for recycling. At SEAM, we want to remind Sioux Falls and surrounding area businesses of the risks they face when recycling electronics and IT equipment. Properly managing the disposal of end-of-life IT assets is a great way to promote […]
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How to Maximize Your IT Asset Recovery
The bottom line is always important in business. If you want to thrive, you have to be careful to balance income and expenditures, spending when necessary, but also saving money where you can to maximize profitability. When it comes to IT assets, this can be difficult. Technological advances seem near constant in this day and […]
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What are IT Ghost Assets?
Some people believe that we are surrounded by a spirit world we cannot see. Whether it gives you comfort that your loved ones may be watching over you and protecting you, or it concerns you that they’re hovering about, you’re at least aware of the concept and you can choose to embrace it or ignore […]
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