Security in Corporate Equipment Disposal

Introduction: The invisible risk in e-waste

For many companies, discarding electronic equipment seems only a matter of logistics and sustainability. However, the greatest risk lies in the data stored on these devices.

A hard drive or SSD discarded without proper destruction may still contain:

• Confidential financial records.

• Business strategies.

• Customer and supplier information.

• Employees’ personal data.

In the age of LGPD and international data protection standards such as GDPR, improper disposal can mean millions in fines as well as irreparable reputational damage.

Risks of improper corporate equipment disposal

1. Data theft → improperly reused devices may expose sensitive information.

2. Fines and lawsuits → violation of LGPD, GDPR, and other data protection regulations.

3. Loss of credibility → a security failure in disposal undermines client and partner trust.

4. Environmental damage → beyond data risks, improper disposal pollutes the environment.

Best practices for secure disposal

• Data sanitization → processes that overwrite information irreversibly.

• Physical destruction of media → shredding hard drives, SSDs, and magnetic tapes.

• Full traceability → reports and certificates proving secure elimination.

• Partnership with certified entities → ensures auditable processes and legal compliance.

The Ecobraz difference

Ecobraz Emigre combines information security with sustainability in its processes:

• Secure data destruction in compliance with LGPD and GDPR.

• Technical reports issued proving data elimination.

• Complete documentation for companies → manifests, invoices, and ESG reports.

• Environmentally responsible disposal → dismantling, recycling, and reuse.

• Confidentiality and traceability ensured from start to finish.

Benefits for companies that dispose securely

• Protection against data breaches.

• Legal and regulatory compliance in Brazil and abroad.

• Reduced legal and financial risks.

• Stronger corporate reputation with clients and investors.

• Positive socio-environmental impact → refurbished equipment supports digital inclusion.

Conclusion: Security and sustainability side by side

Disposing of corporate equipment requires a broad perspective: it is not enough to recycle; it is essential to protect data and guarantee full legal compliance.

👉 Ecobraz Emigre is the ideal partner for companies seeking to combine information security with sustainability, turning disposal into a safe, responsible, and strategic practice.