Understanding the Hidden Dangers and How to Protect Your Business Data When companies upgrade their IT equipment, few pause to consider the fate of the data stored on their old devices. The truth is unsettling—improper IT disposal can lead to catastrophic data breaches, corporate espionage, and legal penalties. This article exposes what really happens to your company's data after disposal and how to handle it the right way. The Shock Factor: Data Doesn’t Just “Disappear” Many businesses wrongly assume that deleting files or formatting hard drives before disposal makes data unrecoverable. In reality, deleted data can often be recovered with basic tools, leaving your sensitive business information exposed to whoever gets their hands on that equipment—whether it’s hackers, competitors, or third-party vendors. A shocking fact: A study by MIT found that over 60% of second-hand hard drives purchased online still contained recoverable corporate or personal data. ...
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We help businesses recycle their old IT Equipment across the UK. Our company is Environment agency certified & we aim to deliver the best of services for our customers. All types of IT Equipment collected are disposed off ethically & securely.