In the era of technology, most of a business’s important files are stored digitally. When you throw out laptops, gadgets and other devices, you have no assurance that the data stored won’t end up in the wrong hands. Even with a simple delete, there are ways to recover information. Never toss your gadgets into the trash! As a business, you have to have a policy for data destruction.
Manage Your Threats
Without a policy, the threat against your company increases. If you have no policy, all of your sensitive information might end up leaked, misused or otherwise released to the wrong hands. Sour employees or criminals may take your leaked information and utilize it against you or your clients. For instance, identity theft and fraud are easy with secure information. Many businesses put together a policy that involves the use of eWaste companies to combat these threats. Companies that specialize in data destruction are crucial.
Certified Media Shredding
If you have media you need destroyed, you should never trust someone without a certification. A certified data and media destruction company should be top of the list. TechWaste Recycling is a certified data destruction specialist. These companies can shred media into pieces and leave nothing behind. This means that no one, under any circumstance can access your data. If you have a client driven business, then there is no way around a destruction policy. If your client’s information leaks out you are under fire. This often leads to heavy penalties and lawsuits. Not to mention, a leak of that caliber can destroy your company’s reputation.
Classified Destruction of Equipment
Classified equipment needs to be in your destruction policy. These types of equipment tend to have the most sensitive data on them. If you have a hard drive, device or laptop that contains sensitive, classified information than you need to make sure that no one can access that information again. For instance, many companies have their financial statements, upcoming projects, business deals and client information stored on computers or other devices.
Remember that there are laws regarding data disposal. You don’t have to be hyperaware of each one, but it helps to have professionals that understand the laws regarding data destruction and follow the rules to the letter.
Everything is digital nowadays. Even if you have a technological education, you may not have the expertise to destroy sensitive media. Companies like TechWaste Recycling are experienced in data destruction. We have the knowledge and equipment to make sure that your information never sees the light of day again.
TechWaste Recycling directly services all of Southern California and provides pickup services to its facilities from nationwide locations. Visit TechWaste Recycling’s website at www.techwasterecycling.com to schedule a pickup that works for your convenience and schedule.
Learn more about TechWaste’s data destruction process here: Secure Data Destruction Services
Contact Info:
Richard Steffens
1940 E. Occidental street
Santa Ana, CA 92705
Phone: 866-637-8469
