Decommissioning a data center is one of the most complex IT projects a business can undertake. Whether you’re shutting down an on-premises server room, closing out a co-location contract, or consolidating infrastructure after a merger, the stakes are high – and the margin for error is slim. Most organizations focus on the technical side: migrating… Read More »
When a laptop gets retired, most people assume the data goes with it. Delete the files, reset the device, hand it off. Done. But in practice, that assumption is wrong – and for organizations handling sensitive information, it’s a risk they can’t afford to take. Certified data destruction is a specific, documented process. It’s not… Read More »
For years, IT asset disposition lived at the bottom of the priority list. Old laptops piled up in a storage closet. Servers got handed off to whoever would take them. Someone in IT handled it. That era is over. In 2026, retiring hardware without a documented, compliant process isn’t just sloppy – it’s a liability.… Read More »
Artificial intelligence is reshaping the way businesses operate – accelerating decisions, automating workflows, and unlocking new efficiencies at every level. But behind the promise of AI lies a less-discussed reality: the technology driving it requires an enormous amount of specialized hardware, and that hardware doesn’t last forever. For business leaders, this creates a challenge that’s… Read More »
Certification by Sustainable Electronics Recycling International (SERI) validates Castaway Technologies’ data security practices, environmental standards, and full downstream chain of custody. LAWRENCE, MA – Castaway Technologies is proud to announce it has earned R2v3 (Responsible Recycling Version 3) certification, the globally recognized gold standard for electronics recycling and IT asset disposition (ITAD). SERI administers the… Read More »
ITAD Strategy for Windows 11 Migration: Compliance, Security & Value Let’s be honest—navigating ITAD strategy for Windows 11 migration is already a massive project. Between software compatibility, employee productivity, and deployment logistics, IT teams have enough on their plate. The last thing you need is a pile of outdated devices adding to the chaos. But… Read More »
LAWRENCE, MA, February 20, 2025 -At Castaway Technologies, compliance and security are at the core of everything we do. That’s why we’re proud to announce that we’ve successfully passed our latest Unannounced NAID AAA+ Audit with flying colors! 🎉 https://castawaytech.com/castaway-technologies-earns-naid-aaa-certification-for-data-destruction/ What is the Unannounced NAID AAA+ Audit? The Unannounced NAID AAA+ Audit is the gold… Read More »
4/17/19 China’s National Sword Guts Global Recycling Recycling across the material spectrum has become second nature to individuals and businesses. Every week, individuals and businesses toss paper, metals, plastics and glass into recycling bins or have e-waste such as computers and phones hauled to e-cyclers believing it will be transformed into something new. We do… Read More »
Ensuring compliance with GDPR and data breaches is crucial for organizations handling personal data. A significant aspect of this compliance involves understanding and preventing data breaches. This guide provides insights into GDPR’s requirements concerning data breaches and offers best practices to safeguard your organization. GDPR and Data Breaches: Compliance, Risks & Prevention What is the… Read More »
2/15/19 Beyond Data Privacy Risks – the Growing e-Waste Problem Before you allow your IT staff to toss out or start dismantling unwanted, broken and obsolete electronic equipment, also known as e-waste, please be aware of the health and environmental risks associated with certain internal components. Now your staff might think, “There’s no way our… Read More »
