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Topic: Shredding

The Hidden Risks of Improper IT Asset Disposal

The Hidden Risks of Improper IT Asset Disposal

Corodata TeamAug. 26, 2025 | Data Protection, Retention Schedule, Shredding
Every business upgrades its technology eventually. Employees often hastily discard old devices or leave them to pile up in storage rooms. This guide explains what improper IT asset disposal really means and why it’s too risky to ignore.
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IT Asset Lifecycle Management: When and How to Retire Aging IT Equipment

IT Asset Lifecycle Management: When and How to Retire Aging IT Equipment

Corodata TeamAug. 15, 2025 | Data Protection, Shredding
Outdated equipment slows down operations and inflates costs. This guide walks you through the IT asset retirement process. You’ll learn when to retire aging IT equipment and how to do it securely.
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What Happens to Your Business Data After You Recycle Electronics?

What Happens to Your Business Data After You Recycle Electronics?

SureOakJul. 24, 2025 | Data Protection, Shredding
Many believe that electronics recycling wipes files automatically, removing all traces of sensitive data. That’s a dangerous assumption. The reality is that when you recycle devices, your data may still remain on those hard drives. This leaves your data exposed for criminals or unauthorized users to access. Remember, it’s not just about clearing files. It’s about destroying every digital breadcrumb.
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How to Create an IT Asset Disposal (ITAD) Policy for Your Business

How to Create an IT Asset Disposal (ITAD) Policy for Your Business

Corodata TeamJul. 09, 2025 | Data Protection, Shredding
IT asset disposal is necessary for any organization looking to ensure the secure management of outdated IT equipment. It encompasses everything from protecting sensitive data and complying with privacy regulations to practicing good environmental stewardship and recovering value from end-of-life technology. Implementing an asset disposal policy offers your business peace of mind.
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What is ITAD (IT Asset Disposition)?

What is ITAD (IT Asset Disposition)?

Corodata TeamApr. 14, 2025 | Records Management, Shredding
As businesses become more tech-dependent, a major hurdle emerges: safe and responsible asset disposal of obsolete technology. Think about all those old servers and software licenses. What happens to your it assets? Getting rid of old computers is only half the battle. What about all that private information? Companies need to think about that too.
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How Shredding Helps Protect Your Business from Identity Theft

How Shredding Helps Protect Your Business from Identity Theft

Corodata TeamNov. 01, 2024 | Shredding
Most people think that protecting yourself from identity theft involves high-tech solutions but something as simple as shredding business documents is one of the most effective moves you can make for business ID theft protection.
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Is Shredded Paper Recyclable?

Is Shredded Paper Recyclable?

Corodata TeamOct. 15, 2024 | Shredding
Is shredded paper recyclable? Yes! The answer may seem obvious, but unlike conventional paper, recycling shredded paper works differently. In this guide, we discuss what to do with shredded paper and the best way to recycle shredded paper.
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Why Shredding Documents is Critical for Your Business

Why Shredding Documents is Critical for Your Business

Corodata TeamOct. 01, 2024 | Records Management, Shredding
The importance of shredding documents in the data lifecycle can’t be understated as part of your document processes. With that in mind, here’s what you must know about the secure disposal of sensitive information and the benefits of professional shredding services.
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What Business Documents You Should NEVER Shred

What Business Documents You Should NEVER Shred

Corodata TeamJul. 09, 2024 | Shredding
Here are five document types not to shred and are better to keep – especially with offsite media storage you can trust.
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Do’s & Dont’s For Shredding Documents

Do’s & Dont’s For Shredding Documents

Corodata TeamMay. 20, 2024 | Compliance, Shredding
What you need to know about proper Document Shredding? Crimes such as identity theft, business espionage and financial fraud are on the rise. To protect personal and sensitive information pertaining to your business, in-house or offsite document shredding is a must. Consider these dos and don’ts for shredding documents.
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