Category: News

Data Center Decommissioning Checklist: What Most Companies Miss

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 »

ITAD Is No Longer an IT Problem – It’s a Legal One

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 »

Castaway Technologies Achieves R2v3 Certification, Affirming Commitment to Responsible Electronics Recycling

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

ITAD strategy for Windows 11 migration – secure IT asset disposition to ensure compliance, data security, and value recovery.

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 The last thing you need is a pile of outdated devices adding to the chaos.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 »

Castaway Technologies Passes Unannounced NAID AAA+ Audit with Flying Colors

Unannounced NAID AAA+ Audit

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 »

Your ITAD Safety and Compliance Continue to be Essential

Data and Hardware Security – Now More than Ever! As we work our way through the pandemic crisis, one thing is certain: IT Asset maintenance and disposition remains critical to our IT security infrastructure. ITAD requirements are not going away. They remain essential to data security and safety compliance for virtually all organizations. The operations… Read More »

COVID-19 UPDATE

Castaway Technologies remains open for business and fully operational. We play an important role in the IT and data center critical infrastructure supply chain and are working hard to maintain full service for our clients. Castaway adheres to all government regulations and public health guidelines to facilitate appropriate social distancing and protection for our employees… Read More »

Castaway Technologies Earns NAID® AAA Certification for Data Destruction

FOR IMMEDIATE RELEASE Castaway Technologies Earns NAID® AAA Certification for Data Destruction Methuen, Massachusetts – September 3, 2019:  Castaway Technologies has been granted AAA Certification by NAID® – National Association for Information Destruction. As the only true watchdog association that thoroughly audits data destruction providers worldwide, NAID® is a division of the International Secure Information… Read More »

China’s National Sword Guts Global Recycling

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 »

GDPR Considerations Involving Data Breaches

GDPR and Data Breaches

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 »