Certifications are critical when determining if your ITAD and e-waste vendor is operating securely, safely, and responsibly. Amazingly, less than half of US states have regulations around electronic waste, despite the environmental risks that it poses. And even the most stringent state regulations (such as those in California) pale in comparison to the requirements of voluntary certifications such as R2 (Responsible Recycling). So beware, just because a company offers to handle your e-waste doesn’t mean that they should. It’s your brand and it’s your data at risk.