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In today’s climate of increasing regulatory scrutiny and cybersecurity threats, businesses handling sensitive data must be laser-focused on maintaining airtight data security and transparency—especially during the IT asset disposition (ITAD) process. One area often overlooked, but critically important, is chain of custody for legacy storage media like LTO…

In today’s digital-first world, safeguarding data doesn’t end with secure storage or encryption. The lifecycle of data must include responsible, transparent, and traceable destruction methods. As organizations across industries handle sensitive information, demonstrating accountability and compliance in how they dispose of media has become non-negotiable. This is especially…

The Myth of Total Destruction In the data security world, few images are more satisfying than a high-powered shredder devouring a row of magnetic tapes. It feels final. It feels secure. It feels compliant. But here’s the truth you won’t hear from most ITAD vendors:…

A Quiet Crisis in Tape Sanitization In the world of data sanitization, complacency is the enemy. With each new generation of LTO (Linear Tape-Open) and 3592 tape technology, data density, performance—and coercivity—rise. Yet while backup engineers and IT asset disposition (ITAD) professionals focus on managing data growth and…

As data volumes continue to grow and data privacy regulations become increasingly stringent, secure data destruction practices are more important than ever. In 2025, organizations relying on Linear Tape-Open (LTO) and 3592 technologies for backup and archival storage must stay compliant with current data sanitization standards. This comprehensive…

Got old RAM collecting dust? Maybe you’re sitting on a pile of CPUs, graphics cards, or hard drives from your last system upgrade. Whatever the case, there’s good news—those parts could still hold serious value. But if the thought of listing, pricing, and negotiating with strangers sounds exhausting,…

Got a drawer full of old electronics that you don’t use? Old phones, laptops, tablets, and old gaming systems are just collecting dust in some cupboard? In this modern digital world, technology is evolving rapidly, and households and businesses are left with piles of old electronic devices, with…

There are a couple of old phones tucked in your desk drawer, an old tablet gathering dust on the shelf, and maybe a few forgotten fitness trackers or video game consoles buried in a closet. Does that sound familiar? Well, you’re not alone. Most of us hold onto…

Tech Tariffs and ITAD: What Businesses Need to Know in 2025 As global supply chains continue to feel the effects of trade tensions and shifting regulations, tech tariffs and ITAD (IT Asset Disposition) have become tightly interwoven. From increasing costs on hardware imports and exports to limiting where…

How Fortune 100 Companies Achieve Successful ITAD Implementation IT asset disposition (ITAD) is no longer just a technical process—it’s a strategic initiative for Fortune 100 companies. With data security, sustainability, and regulatory compliance on the line, these corporations are leading the way in implementing successful ITAD strategies that…

The IT asset disposition (ITAD) industry is rapidly evolving as businesses place more emphasis on sustainability, data privacy, and regulatory compliance. As we enter the second half of 2025, several emerging trends in ITAD are shaping the way organizations manage end-of-life technology. Let’s take a look…

As IT environments grow more complex, artificial intelligence (AI) is stepping in to help organizations manage end-of-life IT assets more efficiently and securely. The role of AI in modern ITAD processes is quickly becoming a game-changer—enhancing traceability, accuracy, compliance, and sustainability. Smarter Asset Tracking with AI…