After a major media or data conversion or copying job, you may be faced with many old tapes that need disposal. CMS can provide Media Destruction services with guaranteed security. All tapes can be completely degaussed before destruction and then disposed of in compliance with local environmental regulations. Some parts may also be recycled. CMS will provide a certificate of media destruction if required. All tapes can be completely degaussed before destruction and then disposed of in compliance with HIPAA environmental regulations as well. There are two types of destruction as shown below:

Data Destruction
This service is often referred to as "Degaussing", or erasing the data from the physical tape. This process does not destroy the media itself, only the recorded data. Data Destruction, or Degaussing can be done at your site, or at a CMS Service Center. If performed at your location, CMS will provide all equipment and labor to complete the Data Destruction process. Once the data is destroyed, your media is ready to be reused, redeployed to other locations, destroyed or, in many cases, accepted in trade for credit on your next purchase with CMS.

Tape Shredding and Disposal
Tape shredding can be performed at your premises or off-site. This service destroys the physical media itself. Typically, the EPA (Environmental Protection Agency) for a specific area frowns on simply "throwing tapes away" since they are not a biodegradable product. This action would also raise certain security questions in many of today's corporate auditor's minds. Therefore, CMS offers a Media Destruction Service whereby the media is destroyed and disposed of in an environmentally acceptable manner. We also provide a "Certificate of Media Destruction" that meets most auditor requirements. Secure and environmentally safe tape shredding is the way to go to be assured that your confidential information does not leave your office.

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