Recycling a computer or server isn't just about getting rid of obsolete hardware. It also involves managing potentially sensitive data: internal documents, emails, databases, and passwords. An error in the process can expose your company to information leaks or legal sanctions. Here are the key points to master.
1. Why simple deletion is not enough
Deleting a file or formatting a hard drive does not guarantee data erasure. Free tools can recover superficially erased information. This is why a certified secure erasure or physical destruction process is essential.
2. Professional erasure methods
RECYNEW uses software that complies with international standards (such as DoD 5220.22-M or Blancco) that overwrites data multiple times to make it irrecoverable. This process is documented, and each erased disk is listed individually.
3. When should physical destruction be used?
In the case of highly sensitive equipment (banking, healthcare, defense, etc.), physical destruction of the media is often required. This may include shredding or drilling. RECYNEW offers this service with the issuance of a certificate of destruction.
4. Compliance with GDPR and legal obligations
The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) requires companies to ensure the security and erasure of personal data. In cases of negligence, penalties can reach 4% of annual turnover. Outsourcing processing to a certified professional helps ensure compliance.
5. Complete traceability
All operations carried out by RECYNEW are recorded in a traceability report. You will receive a report listing the serial numbers, the erasure or destruction method used, the date of the intervention, and the necessary certificates.
Data security doesn't stop with equipment decommissioning. It extends to its recovery or recycling. Don't take any risks; entrust your WEEE to a certified expert.