Wiping Safely or Shredding UNenvironmentally
The shredding industry tells us they safely destroy data bearing devices at our workplaces and that our workers will be fine. We should reflect on the processes where circuit boards are manufactured and the protection employees receive on the factory line.
The Security Solutions Center
The SSC is a showcase of our core capabilities and solution offerings based on TechR2’s ISO certifications. This area has been created for clients to visit, learn, watch and interact with tools and processes from our total comprehensive plan.
Solid State Device Wiping Solution
TechR2 Mobile Device Wiping Assemblies have 64 bit, Intel Core I5 Wiping Computers with powered hubs along with individual cables for ease of hook up to each portable piece of equipment. Each TechR2 technician can perform data erasure on many Android tablets or iOS mobile devices simultaneously.
Protecting your brand: Stolen data from drives and media can hurt you
It’s important to have a system in place to destroy sensitive data onsite as soon as a device is retired or a hard drive fails. Drives filled with sensitive data that are left in accessible areas of a business are vulnerable to disgruntled employees as well as visitors.
IT Asset Disposal and Recycling
“IT Hardware Recycling Remains an Orphaned Function in Most Enterprises”- International Data Corporation (press release 9/13/12)
Who is responsible? IT, Security, Procurement, Legal, Business Unit Manager, Human Resources, Other?
Risk vs. Cost: The Truth Behind Free Computer Recycling
As the technology recycling industry continues to grow, you begin to see a flood of new and existing businesses now offering these types of services. A recent trend has seen many of these businesses offering to recycle old computers and other IT assets at no cost. While this is great for their bottom line, this leaves the door wide open to risks such as data breaches and potential fines from local and state governments.
Responsible IT Asset Recycling
Recent studies show that more than 1/3 of companies do not practice responsible IT Asset recycling. Proper IT asset disposal is more than just tossing out your old computers. It should be a security tactic, a measure of compliance, a part of your green initiatives, and also a tool that can add financial value to depreciated assets. IT asset disposal is more than just an obligation that companies have, it is a responsibility that should be taken seriously.
The Simplest Way for you to Comply with Data Destruction Standards
Data destruction is tricky, and complying with industry standards and federal regulations can be a headache for business owners who have many aspects of business to manage.
The best way to ensure your compliance with ever-changing regulations and to keep your business safe from growing threats to data security is to implement a consistent solution that doesn’t require special skills. This way, every member of your team can be responsible for their own data security.
Electronics Recycling: Why Should I Recycle?
Electronics Recycling: Why Should I Recycle? Part One of our new Tuesday series on recycling electronics is dedicated to the individual, and how recycling your personal electronics can help the environment. According to the Consumer Electronics Association, Americans now own approximately 24 electronic products per household. Constant technology upgrades mean most products become outdated in […]
ISO 27001: What Does It Mean & Why is it Important?
ISO 27001: What Does It Mean & Why is it Important? [vc_row][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text] We’re proud to announce that TechR2 has received ISO 27001 Certification. We’re very excited about this step forward, but what does it all mean? [/vc_column_text][/vc_column][vc_column width=”1/3″][vc_column_text]The International Organization for Standardization (ISO) provides globally recognized management standards to the electronics recycling industry on […]