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The IT Asset Lifecycle: How to Manage Technology for Your Business 

Every computer, laptop, server, mobile device, copier, external hard drive, and storage device has a story with a beginning, middle, and end. However, it is common for businesses to focus solely on the purchase and active-use stages, rather than having a plan for the entirety of the asset’s lifecycle.   The lifecycle of an asset includes planning, acquisition, deployment, operation, reassignment, and final disposal. If an IT asset lacks […]

What Is ISO 27001 Certification and Why Does It Matter for Your Business? 

Your data is only as secure as the vendors you trust. Often in business, we take extensive measures to protect data within our own organizations, but what happens when sensitive information passes through our doors and into the hands of a third-party vendor? If a vendor mishandles your information, your organization could still face consequences. Take what happened to Morgan Stanley as the ultimate warning: […]

New Employee Onboarding Data Security Checklist: What Every New Hire Should Know 

When it comes to data security, it must start on day one. Every new hire should receive not only training but also a new employee onboarding data security checklist to reference and keep for future use. Today, we are here to teach you about the risks new staff pose to data security, the common threats they will face, and to provide you […]

CI Information Management Achieves ISO 27001 Certification

Professional Shredding in Yakima

We at CI Information Management are proud to announce that we have achieved the ISO 27001 certification for information security management, awarded by Amtivo, a globally renowned and accredited certification body. After extensive hard work and a laborious auditing process, we are now recognized by this global certification, bringing even greater security to our clients. Let us share with you what […]

What is Data Compliance? Understanding the Rules That Protect Your Business 

We live in a data-centric world. From employee tax numbers to client addresses to sensitive financial information, businesses often have access to a myriad of personally identifiable information (PII). With this increased data access comes greater responsibility, especially with breaches, fines, and regulations on the line. However, if this is all new to you, it can be overwhelming. So, today, we are going […]

What Happens to Your Data After You Throw Away a Computer? 

Download our PDF Whitepaper: “What Happens to Your Data After You Throw Away a Computer?” Throwing away a computer, cellphone, or other media device isn’t the true end of its lifespan. When a device leaves your possession, your data often follows. Data can be easily recovered if proper disposal techniques are not utilized. Unfortunately, most individuals and businesses assume that deleting files, reformatting, and even […]

Shredding vs. Wiping vs. Degaussing: What’s the Difference and Which is Most Secure? 

When it comes to securing personal information, there is no room to cut corners. Every day, regular citizens, small businesses, and massive corporations are getting hacked. Fortunately, there are proper methods you can take to protect sensitive information. Today, we are going to clarify the difference between wiping, degaussing, and shredding, the level of security each method […]

5 Reasons Wenatchee Businesses Need Secure Document Destruction

Protecting sensitive information is a critical responsibility for businesses of all sizes. From financial records and employee files to customer data and medical information, organizations handle a large volume of confidential documents every day. Without proper destruction procedures, these materials can become a serious security risk. For businesses in Wenatchee and throughout Chelan County, secure […]

Clean Desk Policy: A Simple Step Toward Stronger Information Security 

One would think that an office environment would be a safe place, but sadly, it isn’t. Sensitive information can be left sitting on desks, in printer trays, or on active computer screens while an employee steps away to refresh their coffee. That’s where a Clean Desk Policy can help. For businesses handling confidential information, clean desk policies are a low-cost, […]