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August 12, 2019
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What Happens to Electronics in Landfills?

What do you really know about e-waste? Each year, people upgrade their phones, computers, printers, tablets, and other electronic devices for a newer, faster technology. The old devices should be […]

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July 30, 2019
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Corporate Data Destruction – 5 Things to Look For

Corporate data destruction is extremely important to your business. You have clients, employees, and many other people trusting in you to keep their information safe. There are also state and […]

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July 23, 2019
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Will 4G Devices Work on 5G? What Should I Do With My Old Devices?

In April, the first 5G phone was released by Verizon. At the same time, AT&T has been testing its 5G technology in select cities like Chicago and Dallas. While 5G […]

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July 17, 2019
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ERI Offers Former Arrow Electronics Asset Disposition Customers a Smooth Transition

ERI, the largest fully integrated IT and electronics asset disposition provider and cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company in the United States, is making public its open invitation to former customers of […]

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July 8, 2019
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How Robotics Are Shaping E-waste At ERI

A leader in electronics recycling, ERI Direct is using robotics to change the world of e-waste. There are several reasons ERI is a leader. To start, the company is one […]

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June 24, 2019
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Top 5 Studies on Data Found on Resold Devices

After replacing business equipment, it’s common to consider selling it to recoup some of the initial cost. If you do this, are you taking precautions to protect your employees, your […]

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June 4, 2019
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How Will 5G Lead to More Electronics Recycled Than Ever Before?

Verizon launched 5G Home in specific cities back in October 2018. Throughout 2019, plans are to keep expanding 5G Home to new cities and bring it to mobile users. To […]

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May 23, 2019
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ERI Featured in Time Magazine Coverage of 4G to 5G Switchover

ERI, the nation’s leading recycler of electronic waste and the world’s largest cybersecurity-focused hardware destruction company, has been prominently featured in a Time Magazine article about the impending 4G to […]

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May 20, 2019
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Data Security Becoming A Big Problem For Mergers & Acquisitions

Prior to any merger or acquisition, you must do your due diligence analyzing the seller’s security procedures. These means fully investigating the company for current breaches or cybersecurity risks.Wouldn’t the […]

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May 14, 2019
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5 Common Sense Tips For Effective End Of Life Data Destruction

That outdated electronic device you or your company is ready to trash could still be filled with vital information. Printers, computer hard drives, phones, and copiers are just a few […]

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    • U.S. State Mandated e-Recycling Map
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    • Verification of Service Providers
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    • Cybersecurity Center
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