The National Association for Information Destruction (NAID) is the international trade association for companies providing information destruction services. As more businesses realize their liability for the data security on their data containing devices, there will be a growing demand for companies who treat information destruction as a profession and not just a by-product of an electronic recycling business. Voluntary membership in NAID is one way to separate organizations who want to make … [Read more...]
United Nations and E-Waste
According to a study conducted by a United Nations partner, Solving the e-waste Problem (StEP), the amount of e-waste generated worldwide is expected to increase from 48.9 million metric tons in 2012 to 65.4 million metric tons by 2017. Unfortunately, solutions to the e-waste disposal issue are not keeping up with the waste being generated. E-waste, or old, unwanted electronics, includes: Cellphones Laptops Computers Plugs, cables, cords Monitors Tablets Televisions It is … [Read more...]