Technology is the primary source of information storage, communication, and business, meaning significant data is stored digitally. Because of this, cybersecurity is becoming increasingly critical to protect enterprise and employee data. Data security must be a top priority for any enterprise, especially in this digital age. October is cybersecurity month, and ITAD providers offer a range of end-of-use services prioritizing data security throughout the disposition process.
- Data Erasure – A crucial fact that many users are unaware of is that data remains on IT assets until it is properly wiped. Office supplies like laptops, tablets, phones, printers, scanners, desktops, and even cameras store exponential amounts of enterprise and employee data that can fall into the wrong hands if not properly sanitized. ITAD providers offer data erasure to solve potential data leaks during disposition. HOBI uses an internally developed data erasure software, the HOBI Shield, that completely erases data from a device. Any devices that cannot be erased are destroyed via shredding technology to prevent further data leaks. Our team adheres to the most stringent data security protocols, compliant with NIST 800-88 standards, throughout the entire lifecycle of your IT assets.
- Proper Storage – Data security doesn’t stop at erasure. During disposition, IT assets are just as vulnerable in storage as they would be on the streets. ITAD providers take extra precautions to ensure the safety of clients’ assets with external protection like cameras and padlocked cages.
- Data Center Decommissioning – Data centers are the most critical aspect of an organization, as they store exponential amounts of sensitive enterprise and employee data. Data center decommissioning can be tedious, but ITAD providers often offer data center services such as decommissioning, asset management and remarketing, and relocation. HOBI provides on-site services and customized data center solutions to meet clients’ needs.
HOBI is an R2v3, RIOS, ISO 14001, and WBE-certified IT asset management and disposition provider with more than 30 years of experience in the industry. We prioritize data security in every step of the disposition process and ensure clients that their data is in capable hands even after retirement. Our value-added services and customizable solutions provide accountability and transparency during every step of asset retirement and environmentally-safe e-waste disposition. HOBI also offers mobility-managed services like repair, refurbishment, and remarketing opportunities to maximize asset value after retirement.
For more information about our ITAD services, call 817-814-2620 or contact HOBI at sales@hobi.com.