September 13, 2017

ERI’s John Shegerian Calls Equifax Data Breach Class-Action Lawsuit ‘Tip of the Iceberg’

NEW YORK–(BUSINESS WIRE)–Last week’s announcement of a class-action lawsuit against credit reporting company Equifax after its recent massive data breach is a game changer that will likely open the door to thousands more lawsuits in similar situations, according to John Shegerian, Founder and Executive Chairman of ERI, the nation’s leading recycler of electronic waste and the […]

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September 11, 2017

What Are The Top Data Destruction Methods?

Every business has a responsibility to protect the data that they collect and store—especially if it is highly sensitive information. Unfortunately, many companies make the mistake of getting rid of old IT assets and forgetting to protect the data that is stored on them. If the data is not properly destroyed, it could fall into […]

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September 6, 2017

ERI Co-Founder Kevin Dillon Joins Central Valley Leaders in Support of Clean Energy Initiative

ERI, the nation’s leading recycler of electronic waste and the world’s largest cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company, joined a gathering of Central Valley Leaders in support of a groundbreaking clean energy initiative for the State of California.Earlier this morning, Kevin Dillon, Co-Founder, Chief Marketing Officer and Chief Sales Officer of ERI, the nation’s leading recycler of electronic […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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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 […]

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August 10, 2017

Experts from ERI and CSR Weigh in on ‘the New Rules’ After Federal Appeals Court Personal Data Ruling

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 […]

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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 […]

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