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ITAD Glossary
What is NAID AAA certification?
NAID AAA Certification is a data destruction certification administered by i-SIGMA. It verifies that a provider’s destruction processes, chain of custody, employee screening and other security protocols meet the program’s specifications, checked through both scheduled and unannounced audits. Certification applies to specific facilities and services.
NAID AAA certification
Why it matters for IT and security teams
Unannounced audits check how a provider operates on an ordinary day. i-SIGMA positions the certification as support for compliance with data protection laws such as FACTA, HIPAA and PCI.
NAID AAA certification
How it works
- Auditors check operations against the program’s specifications in both scheduled and unannounced audits.
- Endorsements define the scope, such as on-site (mobile) or facility-based destruction and media types like paper and hard drives.
- Employee background screening is required and independently verified.
NAID AAA certification
How HOBI handles it
HOBI’s Dallas facility is NAID AAA certified. HOBI’s Batavia and Phoenix facilities are R2v3, RIOS and ISO 14001 certified.
Questions
Frequently asked questions
Who issues NAID AAA certification?
i-SIGMA, the International Secure Information Governance and Management Association.
Does certification cover every location a company operates?
Not necessarily. Certification applies to specific operations and endorsements, so check which facility and services are covered.
How do I verify a provider's NAID AAA certification?
Ask for the current certificate and check it against i-SIGMA’s listing of certified providers.
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