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Cybersecurity Risks of iPads/Tablets

Since coming onto the market more than a decade ago, iPads have become a popular device for personal and business use due to their portability and versatility. As usage of iPads has increased, there has been a correlating rise in the number of cybersecurity threats aimed at these devices. If your company allows iPads, whetherContinue Reading

ITAD Best Practices During Reductions in Force

Part 1 of 3 Announcing layoffs is one of the toughest decisions companies need to make. With more and more companies announcing layoffs daily, particularly in the Technology sector, countless articles and tips on how to personally bounce back after a layoff have been written. However, another side effect of layoffs is often not discussed;Continue Reading

Asset Retrieval Best Practices

Part 2 of 3 Collecting IT assets from dismissed employees can be a difficult process, but it is important to ensure that the company's security protocols are followed and that the employee's data and information are not compromised. It is best to start by creating a checklist of required items to be returned and useContinue Reading

Office Decommissioning – Following RIF

Part 3 of 3 When you think about moving out of office space, data security isn't always top of your mind; it gets mixed in with what to do with unusable furniture, equipment, workstations, bookshelves, inventory racks, and more. There are many professional service providers available to assist with decommissioning an office, so it's importantContinue Reading

The CyberSecurity Risks of Solid State Drives (SSDs)

Introduction Similar to USB drives, Solid State Drives (SSDs) have no moving parts and can quickly read and write data. While USBs are designed to be removable, SSDs are typically installed in your desktop, laptop, or tablet. In many cases, these are not user accessible. SSDs are fast, reliable, and easy to use. However, theyContinue Reading

The Cybersecurity Risks of Switches

As an IT manager, it is important to know how to manage your network and protect it from cyberattacks. Switches are very common devices and can be a security risk if they aren't managed properly. Knowing how to manage your switches is one of the most important parts of protecting your network from cyberattacks. InContinue Reading

The Secure and Value-Wise Process of Parts Harvesting

Technology companies, IT departments, and data centers have been hit hard by the supply chain challenges of the last few years. Reduced budgets, rising prices, and global demand have added to the struggles for IT asset managers; however, there is one reprieve from costs and availability - parts harvesting. In addition to maximizing value, partsContinue Reading

USB Drives, Are They Worth The Risk

The Security Risks of USB Drives Introduction USB drives are inexpensive, common, and convenient, but they can also be a major security risk. If you're not careful, a USB drive could allow malware to infect your computer or may even be used to transfer data from one computer to another without your knowledge. In thisContinue Reading

The Security Risks of Windows Laptops

Introduction Today’s laptops and tablets are powerful and portable, which is why many are choosing to use these devices for their everyday activities. This is especially true for businesses who like to create mobile solutions for their employees. While these devices may be convenient and affordable, they also pose several security risks that you shouldContinue Reading

The Benefits of Crushing Hard Drives On-Site

Data breaches are coming in waves these days and in many forms. Unfortunately, as Facebook found out in April 2019, the results can be significant. That breach exposed the data of 533 million users and cost Facebook 5 billion dollars. It was one of many reported by prominent companies in recent years. Yet, cyber hacks

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