The SEC’s cybersecurity whistleblower program means an organization’s IT asset disposition (ITAD) program is just two clicks away from being exposed.
Kyle Marks
Kyle is an ITAD enthusiast and CEO of Retire-IT, an independent consulting firm specializing in chain-of-custody, Zero-Trust, and vendor-neutral ITAD management.
ITAM Lessons from the Morgan Stanley Data Breaches
ITAM Lessons from the Morgan Stanley Data BreachesWith: Kyle Marks, Retire-IT, LLCIn the past few years, Morgan Stanley has experienced two major data breaches. Through the US Court case, we will glean valuable insights that will help all IT Asset Managers. Join us...
Democratizing ITAD
One year ago, Arrow Electronics announced it was abruptly exiting the IT asset disposition business. The news sent shockwaves through the echo chamber of our ITAD industry.
Dumped by your ITAD Provider? Lessons Learned From an Expert
The recent announcement by Arrow Electronics to “wind-down (its) personal computer and mobility asset disposition business” comes as a shock to many in the industry, including myself. Arrow was recognized as a market leader that grew by acquiring some of the best independent ITAD processors in the industry. Arrow isn’t the only one that’s exited the business and left its clients hanging – others have gone bankrupt, closed facilities, or have had executives charged with criminal offenses.
The Final Check-Out: 8 Lessons Learned from 8,000 Projects
Experience with clients across a wide variety of industries has taught us that effective corporate ITAD programs contain common characteristics.
Data Breach Prevention Driver for Disposal – IT Asset Disposition Diligence Starts Day-One
Last January, Coca-Cola admitted to the theft of an unspecified number of laptops containing personal information on approximately 74,000 individuals, including social security numbers, driving license details, salaries, and ethnicity.
Consider ITAD a Security Incident – A Practical Look at ITAD Security Issues
Organizations that focus on privacy take a serious look at all areas of potential vulnerability. One area of unappreciated vulnerability is the process of IT asset disposition (ITAD).