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Jun 02
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Prepare your Business for EU Data Protection Law Changes

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The original EU Data Protection Directive was published in 1995 and the Union have recognised the need to develop a newer directive, in line with the huge developments in technology in the last 20 years. The plan is to have the final regulations produced this year and implement them by 2017.

With this in mind it makes sense to prepare your business for the changes, to avoid any stress concerning cybercrime, data harvesting and other dangerous practices which occur alongside big change. Cybercrime is reported to have increased from 2013 to 2014 so we must be vigilant and ready to act to protect our businesses and customers. Below are three key ways to prepare your business for change.

1. Employee Transparency

Your employees need to be aware of all changes as they happen and you need to keep them abreast of any legislative or regulatory enforcements published by the new EU Directive. Regular internal audits and feedback on these helps to create a vigilant and organised atmosphere. You should also ensure your staff are fully trained in the risk management of data and how to manage and mitigate risks should they occur.

2. Be Consistent

Choosing consistent methods for your business operations when using the internet and online sources is key to keeping a controlled check on things. Narrowing down the ways in which your company shares data and files for example is one way of ensuring they are treated with the protection they deserve. A single system means you only need to secure and concentrate on that system and it is also easier to manage when the changes to the directive are in place.

3. Remain Vigilant with Data Disposal

A good system for the data you need is one thing but you still need to treat old and unneeded data with care and when it comes to disposal, ensure it is carried out in line with company requirements and where sensitive data is involved, the requirements of the bodies mentioned within. When you replace your office equipment or upgrade to a 福汇 new server it is important that your old equipment is recycled effectively but above and beyond that you need to be sure it is wiped clean and your company data is wiped. The risk of leaked data is dangerous to your reputation and can result in many different, negative outcomes from losing customers to providing data access for cyber criminals.

We provide , data erasure using government approved Blancco software and the options available ensure your company policies can be met. Protecting your company data means ensuring it is gone when you say it’s gone and not doing so can leave you in breach of Data Protection guidelines and this is guaranteed to remain the case when the EU Directive is updated.

May 14
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Toxic Mine of E-Waste Piling Up according to UN Report

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A new report by the UN has found that there are 42 millions of tons of electronic and electrical equipment discarded by consumers every year and this includes many valuable and renewable materials including gold worth more than £7bn.

The report has been carried out by the United Nations University and has revealed that e-waste is becoming a serious issue around the globe, with projections suggesting it will reach 50 megatons by 2018. Even worse for us, Brits are amongst the biggest generators of this type of junk.

As well as that huge amount of gold resource being lost, the report found that over 1000 tons of silver and 16 megatons of reusable steel were going to waste with people simply throwing out their old electrical equipment. In terms of danger to the environment the report revealed that the waste may include an alarming 4,400 tons of ozone-depleting chemicals and 2.2 megatons of lead glass which can pollute both water supplies and soil.

The reasons behind this huge pile of discarded tech is closely linked to the speed at which we are innovating and which new technology is needed to keep up with the pace of the world. Rising sales of technology are great but the new products being produced seem to have a shorter and shorter life cycle, which contributes to this huge and dangerous volume of e-waste which is threatening to pollute the world over.

The majority of e-waste was found to be either domestic appliances or office equipment and of course, as a responsible business owner we believe our clients know better than to simply dump their office equipment when they could be utilising our high quality recycling service that not only ensures your old equipment doesn’t end up in a landfill or as part of this dangerous e-waste mine, and instead is resold, recycled or repurposed in some way, as well as giving you a cash fee for the hardware.

Britain doesn’t rank well when it comes to recycling e-waste, it actually comes in 5th in the weight of material discarded per person, with each Brit said to generate 23.5kg of e-waste a year. The UK also ranked highly in terms of total amount of e-waste and the figure of 1.5 megatons produced a year is a real shock as it is almost in line with India, a country which has 20 times the population.

There is no reason for a modern business to discard of their e-waste irresponsibly. Partnering with an effective and socially responsible computer recycling company ensures your waste is dealt with in a professional and legal manner, avoiding any risks for your company in terms of liability and also ensuring you are not part of this huge e-waste problem. We are keen to see more recycling and less dumping so the predictions of the UN don’t become a reality and we are readily available to provide quality, efficient and quick IT recycling services, with cash back on your goods.

May 05
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It’s Time to Lose Windows Server 2003 but benefit from Professional Server Recycling

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After July 14th 2015 Windows Server 2003 will no longer receive IT support or receive security updates from Microsoft. This covers all versions of the software and without security updates, the software simply isn’t safe to use. If your business is still running Microsoft Windows Server 2003 then it’s definitely time to make the chance to a newer version and put a migration strategy into place.

It could be that your datacentre is only equipped to handle Windows Server 2003 and therefore you’re looking at an upgrade of both software and hardware. Whilst this can seem costly, it will benefit your business in the long run and if you find a recycling partner such at Buy IT Back, you can receive cash for your old server hardware, in exchange for it being resold or responsibly recycled.

Professional Server Hardware Recycling

Within a few months of Windows Server 2003 no longer receiving support it will become a serious security risk and a compliance nightmare for your business. Windows Server 2003 is outdated but for many businesses it has been completely functional and they have seen no need to change but now it has truly become imperative.

Alongside the software change there is bound to be a huge switch in hardware, as a lot of server equipment will need to be recycled. Businesses should take advantage of the opportunity to upgrade but of course, the business still has a responsibility to handle the old equipment responsibly and ensure it is recycled in a way which complies with EU and British recycling legislation.download film C’est beau la vie quand on y pense

As a professional and experienced server recycling company we specialise in ensuring all unused computers and related hardware are recycled responsibly or alternatively repurpose them and resell them. In every instance we ensure you receive a fee for the value of your equipment and it ensures you get something to put back into your business or put towards the cost of your new server hardware.

As well as ensuring your old server hardware is disposed of responsibly we also ensure that all data has been completely wiped and deleted, guaranteeing the full safety of your data. With a partner like Buy IT Back you can be sure that your datacentre is running in the most effective way and that your old, out of date hardware recoups some of its value.

The end of Windows Server 2003 is just one further stage of Microsoft moving forward and ensuring their business is at the cutting edge of information technology.

Apr 05
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Recycling School IT Equipment

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Although the school holidays may seem a long way away if you work in education, especially in schools, planning budgets and organising equipment for the new school year can never begin too early. Your school equipment needs to be as advanced and as up to date as possible to ensure you are providing your pupils with the level of teaching and standards they require to achieve the results they’re looking for. This can be hard when you consider budgets and other capital investments that a school has to consider but if you find a dedicated recycling partner for your school’s old IT equipment then you’re at least putting yourself in the position of being able to make some cash back on your old equipment.

Recycling your out-dated IT equipment means you are ensuring the space is available for the latest technology for your pupils and their education. Choosing Buy IT Back as your computer recycling partner ensures you have someone on hand who knows exactly how to dispose of your old equipment in a legislation compliant, cost efficient and fully audited fashion. Regular updates and changes to software should give you a clear vision of how in date your hardware is and once security updates are no longer available, whether for your computers or server equipment, you know it’s time to make that change.

Instilling an attitude of sustainability in your school is something that will also inspire and interest your pupils. Whilst the focus may be getting some cash back for your old IT equipment to put back into the school, you can also use it as an opportunity to show your pupils how useful and valuable recycling can be. It could be the first step in a school-wide recycling programme which ensures you instil an attitude of environmental friendliness and sustainability in future generations.

When the school terms finally end for the summer then it’s time to start that comprehensive IT audit, once you know what is ready to be recycled it’s time to call us. We will offer a full evaluation of your equipment and offer a cash fee for its value. We ensure it is either fully recycled in a way which is in line with all regulations or sell it on so it can be used effectively elsewhere. With us as your partner you can be safe in the knowledge that your old equipment hasn’t ended up in a landfill and you will also have that extra capital to invest back into the school’s new IT system or in any area which you see fit.

Whether your computer suite upgrading or you need a professional server recycling service, Buy IT Back can provide your institution with the advice and service it needs.

Mar 27
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Top Three Things to Check before Destroying your Data

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When your company upgrades its network, server or even all of the hardware in the office then you need to take careful steps to ensure all of the data on your old equipment is properly wiped and destroyed. This is essential to protect any information from within your business but also to comply with data protection regulations and ensure that your client’s data is kept securely.

Data destruction is a very sensitive issue and when your old equipment is obsolete it is understandable you want to get rid of it and replace it, but you need to be safe in the knowledge it is being done safely and securely, with no evidence of your data imprinted upon it. This is especially true when you choose to use a service where your equipment may be repurposed rather than simply destroyed. Before handing over your IT equipment for recycling consider these three points.

1. Have your Backed Up?

The IT department of your company should ensure the safe and smooth transfer of all necessary files from the old system to your new system and this should ensure that everything is backed up useful site. When it comes to individual employees you may want to send round an email to ensure they have backed up any files they may be keeping on their computers but as a rule in most companies everything is kept on the network.free hosting no ads

2. How Sensitive is your Data?

It could be that only a few of the users on your network actually have any access to sensitive data or it could be that everyone has this access. Data sensitivity is dependent on the individual too, some people may consider their passwords and addresses as important as their financial details and therefore it is important to treat all sensitive data in the same way and ensure nothing, not even a single document is left on your computer when you pass it on for recycling or destruction.

3. How are you going to dispose of your data?

Destroying the data on your computer is not something we recommend doing yourself as it doesn’t matter how many times you fill the recycling bin, there will still be traces of the data there. Using a professional service ensures that every element of the files is removed and at Buy IT Back we utilise blancco software which offers 100% secure data erasure and meets all CESG standards, ensuring all of your equipment is entirely data free, should we sell it on rather than break it down into parts.

We offer both Blancco government approved software for data erasure as well as hard drive shredding, which is sometimes required by company policy. We offer these services with certification and we provide free valuations so you can get a true understanding of how much your old equipment is worth and be sure that there is no trace of your data on any hardware you pass over to us.

Mar 22
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Cracking Down on Commercial Use of Household Waste Recycling Centres

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In Hertfordshire there has been a new crackdown on the dumping of commercial waste in Household Waste Recycling Centres (HWRCs). The council and their partner contractors have put a restriction on van drivers using the centres in a bid to reduce trade waste being dumped on their household waste sites. This change came into play in January and the scheme works on a permitting basis which requires the drivers of more commercial vehicles, such as vans, pickups and vehicles with trailers, to sign up to a free pass for their waste disposal.

The permit will last 12 months and this allows them to visit any of the HWRCs in the authority area up to 12 times. Any more than this and then the permit will have to be returned to the site operator and then their use of the sites will be checked. There is real hope this will stop the misuse of the HWRCs by trade drivers and business people, who, by all rights should be paying for the disposal of their waste or utilising specialist companies who deal with commercial waste.

Commercial vs Household Waste

It is illegal to dispose of commercial waste, in any form, in household waste centres including household bins and recycling bins. Discovery of illegal dumping can result in company or individual prosecution and businesses are obliged by law to store, transport and dispose of their own business waste without causing any harm to the environment or human health.  These guidelines are laid out in the Environmental Protection Act (Duty of Care) Regulations 1991.

As a business owner it is important to appear socially responsible and to be aware of your requirements when it comes to managing your business waste, whether that’s the content of your waste paper bins or your old IT equipment.

With this crackdown in Hertfordshire we wouldn’t be surprised if other councils soon follow suit. Recycling in London differs greatly from local authority to local authority but the legal requirements remain the same and the system now in place in Hertfordshire is worth keeping an eye on to see if it’s a success.

When it comes to your businesses need not worry as Buy IT Back ensure at least this aspect of your recycling is handled with care and responsibility. Using Buy IT Back ensures you not only get some money back on your old equipment, you also get to be safe in the knowledge it has been disposed of responsibly and hasn’t been simply dumped at the side of your local HWRC.

Feb 26
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Keep Your Business Green in 2015

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There are many ways in which you can make your business eco-friendly and keep corporate social responsibility at the heart of everything you do. With a new year already well under way what are you doing to keep your business green in 2015? Here are some tips to consider adding to your business’ green strategy.

Write a Green Policy

One way to really show your business’ commitment to green ethics and sustainability is to have a set-in-stone green policy, which you either get your employees to sign or at least distribute copies of. It could be very basic and simply state your commitment to environmental conscientiousness or it could be that you lay out the rules from turning off equipment after use or recommendations for car sharing and bicycle schemes you may have setup. The idea of a green policy is simply to give your employees, new and existing, a clear and defined message that this commitment to eco-conscious behaviour is long term and a central aspect of your business’ ethos.

Switch to Greener Cleaning Products

Even your office needs cleaning regularly and rather than opting for traditional toxic cleaning products, why not opt for greener alternatives? Many cleaning companies now offer eco-friendly and natural cleaning products and though there may be a slight increase in cost the benefits to your health, reduction in allergic reactions and a healthier working environment, as well as planet, are worth it.

Trade with Green Partners

Opting for green vendors to work alongside your business furthers your commitment to eco-friendly and environmental conscientiousness beyond the walls of your offices. Look into the companies you work with and when looking for new partners, choose companies who have a dedicated commitment to sustainability and the same kind of outlook as you’re developing for your company. Consider working with energy efficient vehicle manufacturers for your company cars for example.

Keep Recycling your IT

Having a dedicated IT recycling partner means your business can always ensure old equipment is responsibly handled and this goes beyond just PCs and monitors. Buy IT Back offer extensive IT recycling services including server recycling, printers and scanners.

Our service is designed to ensure your office has a reliable partner who not only recycles your old equipment according to government guidelines, also buys it from you rather than simply taking it off your hands, ensuring your recoup some capital from the replacement of equipment in your workplace.

Jan 22
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Councils Offered Cash for WEEE

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The WEEE Distributor Takeback Scheme (DTS) has launched a new stage of its long term project fund for local authorities and is making £700,000 worth of funding available in total. The fund is being provided by selected electrical retailers who have made contributions to the DTS due to their obligations as part of the WEEE Regulations.watch movie Marito e moglie 2017 now

As a business owner this isn’t something you have to worry about but it’s always interesting to see a renewed interest in WEEE and related areas in the news, as it makes more people aware of their obligations and highlights how valuable services such as what we offer at Buy IT Back are.

The WEEE Regulations are complex collection of laws and legislation which can be difficult to pick your way through when you have a business to run so by using a service such as ours not only do you have a partner who ensures your waste will be disposed of legally and responsibly, you’ll get some cash for your trouble too, to the value of the products we take away.

Innovation and Creation with WEEE

The DTS are inviting proposals from local authorities and their partner organisations across the UK. These proposals should show new ideas, innovation and creative plans for driving up the reuse of what is classified as WEEE in their area, including the practical use of whole appliances as well as effective ways to increase the recycling rates in their area. The deadlines for councils is at the end of February and it will be interesting to see what they come up with in their plans and to hear how the funding is distributed.

WEEE and your Business

Buy IT Back focus on businesses who need a reliable and trustworthy IT recycling partner. We specialise in office equipment which you may no longer use or have upgraded from or simply need to get rid of. Whether you’re downsizing or upgrading we can make a full assessment of the equipment you have to recycle, which could include a range of things from desktop PCs to tablets, laptops and larger equipment such as scanners, printers and server hardware. Our assessments will give you a price for your equipment and then we can move forward and ensure a hassle-free service is delivered.

The WEEE Distributor Takeback Scheme has a key role in ensuring more businesses and domestic homes are able to recycle their WEEE and this next stage of funding is a step forward for the awareness and proper disposal of waste electrical and electronic equipment.

Jan 12
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Dual Use WEEE suggests Fairer System for 2016

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The Department for Business, Innovation and Skills (BIS) announced late last year that there are plans to implement the idea of ‘dual use’ into WEEE recycling. This announcement highlights a change of how products are classified and how products which are used by both businesses and household consumers are labelled. There is hope this change will further improve the WEEE legislation already in place and increase rates of WEEE recycling, ensuring a larger proportion of producers are taking their responsibilities seriously.

The changes are scheduled to come into effect from January 2016 which gives the government time to collect enough WEEE data this year and classify products accordingly.

How does the new classification work?

WEEE has always been classified by its nature and quantity in the UK but the government are now changing this to ensure the UK’s classification is in line with the rest of the European Commission. In Europe the methods used for classification are solely based upon whether electrical and electronic equipment is used by both private homes and businesses or not. The UK guidance from 2016 will say that any WEEE of the same type that could be used in a household will be classed as household WEEE. This will mean items like computers and televisions, even in bulk.

What does this actually mean?

This new legislation puts more responsibility on the producers of electrical and electronic equipment (EEE) and throughout 2015 the producers of these types of products will be required to report their data in line with the new dual-use classification.

All EEE products will now be considered as business to consumer (B2C) unless the producers can provide genuine evidence that the product is not ever intended for use in domestic environments.

Finally, from January 2016, EEE producers will be subject to a B2C financing obligation dependent on the market share of all the dual-use EEE that enters the market based on the 2015 figures. This change should make collecting data simpler and ensure more equipment is handled efficiently and recycled effectively, helping to move closer to government expectations for WEEE recycling.

What does this mean for me?

As a business owner who simply uses EEE there is no direct effect. Your equipment will remain your equipment and it’s only when it’s passed beyond your recycling partner than it will be satisfied. Developments and changes to the WEEE legislation in the UK is not something any of our clients need to worry about as it’s something we take the initiative on and ensure we’re always complying with. We like to highlight changes such as this for your interest and understanding but when it comes to your computer and IT recycling, Buy IT Back will carry out the same services and offer the same prices and quotes as before.

Nov 22
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Reclaim the value of your Redundant IT Equipment

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It doesn’t take long for IT equipment to be out of date. You may have bought brand new equipment when you first opened your offices but how long ago was that? What was once top of the range and may have cost you a significant amount often isn’t up to speed within 10 or even 5 years. The value of your redundant equipment isn’t zero however and there are professional ways and means of ensuring that your equipment is disposed of safely, responsibly and you get a percentage of its worth back.

Upgrading your Offices

When it’s time to upgrade your office then the process of removing all the old equipment, whether that’s computers, TFTs, scanners or even server hardware, can’t just consist of getting a skip and throwing it out. The WEEE regulations in the UK and Europe don’t allow this kind of disposal and you have to follow very specific guidelines to ensure every piece of equipment is handled the way it should be.

Buy IT Back specialise in professionally and responsibly recycling your old IT equipment and ensuring all guidelines are met and you don’t have to worry about whether you’re staying on the right side of the law. Our services are designed for businesses of all sizes and we ensure that your equipment is properly assessed, inventoried and the right price is given for the volume of goods you pass onto us. We are more than happy to take on all kinds of equipment including server hardware, quality branded computer equipment, telecoms and networking equipment and whatever redundant office equipment you have, it’s worth getting in touch with us.

What happens to your Equipment?

Once Buy IT Back has your equipment we ensure it is processed efficiently and following the latest WEEE guidelines. We offer your business the chance to maximise the return cash you receive by reselling the equipment wherever possible or selling it for parts where not and we ensure that all the recycling and reselling we do complies 100% to the agreed standard set out by the EU and in turn ensure certification is provided for your company records, guaranteeing that you have the protection required to prove your WEEE is disposed of correctly.streaming Beauty and the Beast movie

Is it Upgrade Time?

Once you realise it’s time to upgrade your office equipment you will soon see the benefits of recycling your old equipment for cash because that ensures you get something back for the old equipment which you can put towards your new equipment budget. We work to ensure you get as much value for your equipment as possible, giving you a great start to move forward from. Contact us today if you want to move forward with your IT equipment recycling.

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