August 29, 2017
Is Your ITAD Strategy Breaking These Laws?
Businesses must comply with many different regulations in order to avoid penalties. The government regulates how businesses report income, treat employees, and of course, how they ensure their customers’ data is secure. It’s imperative that you comply with regulatory standards that govern data security in order to protect your customers, preserve your business’s reputation, and […]
August 21, 2017
The E-Waste Problem in Silicon Valley
It is estimated that around 50 million tons of e-waste will be produced in 2017, which is significantly more than the 41 million tons produced in 2015. Why does this matter? E-waste contains hazardous chemicals and heavy metals such as lead and mercury that are harmful to humans and the environment. When e-waste is sent […]
August 14, 2017
Tips For Healthcare IT Asset Disposition
Every business should be invested in properly disposing of IT assets, but this is especially important for businesses in the healthcare industry. Electronic health records have made it easier for healthcare companies to communicate with one another, transfer information, and serve customers, but it can be rather challenging to protect this sensitive information.Healthcare providers and […]
August 10, 2017
The Dangers of Ghost & Zombie Assets
Ghosts and zombies aren’t only found in horror movies—they may also be terrorizing your business. It’s imperative that you understand how to identify ghost and zombie assets, why you should worry about them, and how you can get rid of them to protect your customers and business.Ghost vs. Zombie Assets Ghost assets are assets that […]
August 10, 2017
NEW YORK, Aug 09, 2017 (BUSINESS WIRE) — Last week’s groundbreaking federal appeals court ruling dramatically changes the landscape of corporate responsibility when it comes to the digital and physical security of personal data, according to experts such as John Shegerian of ERI and Dr. Ross Federgreen of CSR .A federal appeals court in Washington, D.C. last week ruled […]
July 31, 2017
Largest Data Breaches So Far In 2017
It seems like every time you turn on the news, there’s another story about a data breach that affects thousands or even millions of innocent consumers. Businesses of all sizes and across all industries can be affected by data breaches if they don’t properly manage their IT assets from the time they are acquired all […]
July 24, 2017
How Can My Company Make Money Off Our Old Electronics
Every business will eventually need to replace their old computers and other electronic devices with updated models. When this time comes, each business must decide what to do with their outdated devices and how to pay for the new ones. Buying new electronics can be expensive, but fortunately, businesses can recover some of their losses […]
July 20, 2017
ERI Sends Out Call for Applications as Employee Roster Continues to Grow
ERI, the nation’s leading recycler of electronic waste and the world’s largest IT asset disposition (ITAD) and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company, announced today that due to continued growth, it is looking to add a number of key team members to its staff.In its quest to find “at least a dozen new team members within the […]
July 17, 2017
IT managers often spend a great deal of time making decisions related to the purchase of new IT assets, but then fail to dedicate this same time and attention to the disposal of these assets. What these managers don’t realize is that a mistake during the disposal of IT assets can be costly and may […]