Non-Compliance and Legal Risks
Software License Violations: Non-compliance with software licensing agreements can result in audits by vendors, which may lead to fines, legal action, and reputational damage. Over time, software vendors have become more aggressive in enforcing compliance.
Data Security and Privacy Violations: If policies governing the use and disposal of IT assets are not followed, sensitive data may be exposed or improperly handled, leading to data breaches and violations of regulations such as GDPR, HIPAA, or CCPA. This can result in fines, legal action, and loss of customer trust.
Environmental Regulations: Improper disposal of hardware assets (such as failing to recycle electronics) may result in violations of environmental laws, leading to regulatory fines and reputational damage.