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Everything you need to know about data security and protecting sensitive information when recycling old tech.

  • How to catalogue and prepare your IT assets before recycling

    How to catalogue and prepare your IT assets before recycling

    July 28, 2026

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    Lauren Gillespie

    Good IT asset inventory management starts before the recycler arrives. This guide covers what to capture, how to build an inventory, and how to prepare for collection day. Read More

    Compliance Data Security Recycling
  • IT asset disposal the right way (and the mistakes to avoid)

    IT asset disposal the right way (and the mistakes to avoid)

    July 21, 2026

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    Lauren Gillespie

    Disposing of old office IT equipment incorrectly puts your business at risk. This guide covers the right approach, common mistakes, and the documentation you need. Read More

    Compliance Data Security Recycling
  • Laptop recycling for financial services: meeting FCA & GDPR requirements

    Laptop recycling for financial services: meeting FCA & GDPR requirements

    June 19, 2026

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    Lauren Gillespie

    Regulated firms face specific FCA, PRA and GDPR requirements for laptop recycling. Financial services organisations need documented data destruction standards and full audit trails to demonstrate compliance. Read More

    Compliance Data Security Finance & legal
  • What happens to your business computers after they are collected for recycling?

    What happens to your business computers after they are collected for recycling?

    June 2, 2026

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    Lauren Gillespie

    A step-by-step guide to business computer recycling – how data is destroyed, devices assessed for reuse, and why circularity is important. Read More

    Data Security Recycling WEEE
  • IT recycling for charities and non-profits

    IT recycling for charities and non-profits

    May 20, 2026

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    Lauren Gillespie

    The same IT disposal rules apply to charities as to commercial organisations. Free, certified collection is available — here is what you need to know.IT recycling for charities and non-profits Read More

    Data Security Recycling SME WEEE
  • How to prepare your servers for recycling

    How to prepare your servers for recycling

    May 18, 2026

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    Lauren Gillespie

    Preparing servers for recycling starts with a clear, structured approach. This guide outlines the key steps IT teams should follow to ensure secure, compliant, and efficient disposal. Read More

    Compliance Data Security WEEE
  • Disposing of old IT assets – why avoiding the skip is always the right call

    Disposing of old IT assets – why avoiding the skip is always the right call

    April 27, 2026

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    Lauren Gillespie

    Avoiding the skip isn’t just best practice – it’s essential. Discover how proper IT asset disposal protects your business legally, secures sensitive data, and reduces environmental impact. Read More

    Compliance Data Security Environment WEEE
  • Secure IT recycling for the finance and legal sectors

    Secure IT recycling for the finance and legal sectors

    July 10, 2025

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    Lauren Gillespie

    Secure IT asset disposal is critical for financial and legal firms handling sensitive data. From compliance with FCA and SRA rules to protecting client confidentiality, certified recycling ensures regulatory alignment, risk reduction, and sustainability. Learn how your firm can manage… Read More

    Compliance Data Security Finance & legal Recycling
  • Complete GDPR compliance guide to data disposal & destruction

    Complete GDPR compliance guide to data disposal & destruction

    March 12, 2025

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    Lauren Gillespie

    Thinking about getting rid of old tech equipment? Recycling is the responsible choice, but before you do, it’s business critical to protect any sensitive information stored on your devices. What should you consider in order to secure your data before… Read More

    Data Security Recycling WEEE
  • Data security in IT recycling

    Data security in IT recycling

    January 11, 2025

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    Lauren Gillespie

    It’s important to reduce e-waste by recycling as much redundant tech as possible: As businesses increasingly turn to IT recycling companies to help manage old equipment, ensuring data security during this process has become a top priority. IT asset disposal… Read More

    Data Security Recycling WEEE

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