Let’s be honest—no one gets excited about IT asset disposition. But if you’re running a business in Iowa, keeping track of old IT equipment isn’t just about making space in the storage closet. It’s about security, compliance, and making sure your retired tech doesn’t come back to haunt you.
That’s where IT auditing comes in. Think of it as a receipt for every piece of tech you retire, proving that you did everything by the book—from wiping data to recycling responsibly. Plus, with Iowa’s Consumer Data Protection Act (ICDPA) now in effect, there’s never been a better time to make sure your old devices are being handled the right way.
Let’s break it down—no tech-speak here!
What Is IT Auditing, and Why Should You Care?
When you upgrade your tech, your old equipment doesn’t just disappear (even though we all wish it would). That laptop, server, or hard drive still holds sensitive data, and if it’s not properly tracked and disposed of, you could be looking at:
- Data breaches – Deleted files aren’t really gone unless they’ve been wiped correctly.
- Regulatory fines – New laws like the ICDPA require businesses to properly handle consumer data before disposing of IT assets.
- Lost resale value – Some of your “old” tech might still be worth something, but only if it’s handled properly.
An IT audit makes sure all your retired tech is tracked, wiped, and disposed of securely—so you can stay compliant, protect your data, and even recover some value along the way.
How IT Auditing Keeps Your Business Secure
1. It Protects Your Business from Data Breaches
Here’s the scary truth: even if you “delete” files, they can still be recovered. If your old computers or servers end up in the wrong hands, customer data, financial records, and business secrets could be exposed.
A proper IT audit:
-Tracks every piece of retired equipment
-Ensures data is fully wiped, degaussed, or physically destroyed
-Provides a Certificate of Data Destruction for your records
Bottom line: You get peace of mind knowing that your data is gone for good before your hardware leaves the building.
2. It Keeps You Compliant with Iowa’s New Data Protection Law
You might have heard about the Iowa Consumer Data Protection Act (ICDPA)—it’s kind of a big deal. If your business handles consumer data, you now have a legal responsibility to protect it—even when disposing of old IT assets.
IT auditing helps you:
–Prove compliance by keeping records of secure data destruction
–Avoid fines by following proper disposal procedures
–Stay ahead of regulations with industry-standard security practices
At Electronic Asset Security (EAS), we follow NIST 800-88 and DoD 5220.22-M standards for data wiping, so you know your old devices are 100% clean and compliant before they’re recycled or resold.
3. It Prevents IT Equipment from “Going Missing”
Ever wonder what happens to old office laptops, hard drives, or network gear when they’re phased out? Without an IT audit, you might not know.
We track everything from pickup to final disposition so you can:
–See exactly where your IT assets go
–Prevent loss, theft, or internal mishandling
–Keep a full report for your records
Think of it like a GPS tracker for your retired tech—except way more secure.
How IT Auditing Helps You Dispose of IT Assets the Right Way
1. Keeps E-Waste Out of Landfills
A lot of old IT equipment contains hazardous materials like lead, mercury, and cadmium—not exactly the kind of stuff you want sitting in an Iowa landfill. A proper IT audit makes sure your e-waste is handled responsibly by certified recyclers.
2. Helps You Recover Value from Old Equipment
Some of your old tech might still be worth something! Instead of tossing it, IT asset remarketing lets you refurbish and resell usable equipment. IT auditing helps identify what can be resold, repurposed, or recycled for maximum value.
3. Provides Proof of Secure Data Destruction
If you ever get audited or need to show compliance, IT auditing provides official documentation that your data was securely destroyed and your assets were properly disposed of.
Protect Your Business with IT Auditing from EAS
At Electronic Asset Security, we make IT asset disposition easy and secure. Whether you’re retiring old laptops, servers, or network gear, we handle the auditing, tracking, secure data destruction, and environmentally responsible disposal—all while keeping you compliant with Iowa’s latest data protection laws.
Need to dispose of IT assets securely? Let’s make sure your old tech doesn’t come back to bite you.