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Electronics Recycling & IT Asset Disposition (ITAD)

Secure Disposal of IT Assets While Protecting Your Data and the Planet

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Secure, Sustainable, Simplified, ITAD Services.

E-waste is one of the fastest-growing environmental concerns, and improper disposal can harm the planet. Corodata ensures that outdated computers, servers, hard drives, and other IT equipment are responsibly processed through certified IT asset disposition (ITAD) and electronic recycling programs. Our IT Asset Disposition services adhere to strict industry standards to keep e-waste out of landfills, support sustainability efforts, and maintain compliance. With a comprehensive, end-to-end ITAD approach, we prioritize secure data destruction, regulatory adherence, and eco-friendly disposal, including e-waste recycling and responsible electronic asset management.

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Electronics Recycling & E-Waste Disposal

We responsibly dispose of business IT assets through certified commercial electronics recycling, meeting R2 and e-Stewards standards to ensure full compliance with the highest environmental regulations. Our precision material sorting and component harvesting process carefully extracts reusable parts, maximizing resource recovery and minimizing waste. With our zero-landfill commitment, every asset is processed to prevent landfill disposal and support your company’s green initiatives.

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Hard Drive Destruction

Secure Data Destruction & Hard Drive Shredding

We ensure complete and secure data destruction, preventing unauthorized access while meeting compliance standards. Our on-site and off-site IT asset shredding services provide physical destruction for 100% security. To confirm your data is permanently destroyed, we issue a Certificate of Destruction for every processed asset.

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Secure IT Logistics & Chain of Custody

We handle the secure transportation of IT assets from pickup to final disposal, ensuring full chain-of-custody tracking to maintain accountability and compliance. Our seamless on-site asset tagging and inventory tracking provide detailed reports for audits, giving you confidence in the entire process. With GPS-tracked vehicles, we ensure safe pickup and complete transparency on asset movement and processing.

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Why ITAD Matters

Protect Your Data:

Prevent data breaches by securely disposing of sensitive information.

Stay Compliant

Meet industry regulations like HIPAA, GDPR, SOX, and NIST 800-88.

Reduce Environmental Impact

Help your organization meet sustainability goals by minimizing e-waste.

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Things We Can Destroy & Recycle

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Computing and Mobile Devices

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Computing and Mobile Devices

  • Desktops
  • Laptops
  • Tablets
  • Smartphones
  • Smartwatches
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Data and Networking Equipment

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Data and Networking Equipment

  • Servers
  • Hard Drives and Solid State Drives (HDDs & SSDs)
  • Backup Tapes
  • Routers
  • Switches
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Peripherals and Miscellaneous Electronics

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Peripherals and Miscellaneous Electronics

  • Monitors
  • Keyboards
  • Mouse
  • Printers
  • LoT Devices
  • Projectors

Electronics Recycling FAQs

What is IT asset disposition (ITAD)?

IT asset disposition (ITAD) is the secure end-of-life process for retired technology such as laptops, servers, hard drives, and mobile devices. An ITAD program covers asset inventory, certified data destruction, chain-of-custody tracking, environmentally responsible recycling or resale, and documentation in the form of a Certificate of Destruction. Done right, ITAD protects sensitive data, keeps electronics out of landfills, and supports compliance with regulations like HIPAA, GDPR, and NIST 800-88.

Why do businesses need ITAD services?

Retired IT equipment often holds sensitive customer, employee, and financial data long after the device is unplugged, and a factory reset is not enough to wipe it clean. Without certified ITAD services, businesses risk data breaches, regulatory penalties, and environmental violations from improper e-waste disposal. ITAD services provide certified data destruction, a documented chain of custody, and responsible recycling, giving organizations the audit trail they need to demonstrate that their data was handled compliantly from pickup through final disposal.

Is it illegal to throw away computers and electronics in the trash?

Yes, in California, it is illegal to throw away computers and electronics with regular trash. State law classifies items like monitors, laptops, hard drives, and other electronics as universal or hazardous waste, which must be recycled through approved channels. Beyond the environmental violation, discarding devices that contain business data also poses serious data security and compliance risks. For businesses, fines can range from:

How does Corodata maintain the chain of custody from pickup through final destruction or recycling?

Corodata maintains a chain of custody at every stage of the ITAD process. Items are tagged and inventoried at pickup, transported in GPS-tracked vehicles, and tracked through to data destruction, recycling, or resale. Detailed reports document the movement and final disposition of each IT asset, and a Certificate of Destruction/Recycling is issued upon completion of the process. This documented chain of custody gives organizations the verifiable audit trail required for HIPAA, GDPR, SOX, and other compliance reviews.

How do I prepare my organization for an IT asset pickup or destruction project?

Start by inventorying the devices being retired, including laptops, servers, hard drives, monitors, and mobile devices. Note any equipment that stores sensitive or regulated data so the appropriate destruction method can be selected. Confirm that no devices are subject to a litigation hold or active audit, then designate a secure staging area for pickup. Identify a point of contact and gather any asset tags or serial numbers your team tracks. From there, Corodata handles logistics, data destruction, and documentation.

Does Corodata provide serialized asset tracking and inventory reporting?

Yes, Corodata provides on-site and off-site serialized asset scanning and detailed inventory reporting.

How do you handle e-waste responsibly and keep electronics out of landfills?

Corodata manages e-waste responsibly through a secure and environmentally compliant process designed to keep electronics out of landfills. All assets are handled in accordance with NAID AAA and R2v3 standards, ensuring proper tracking, processing, and environmentally sound recycling practices.

Can you support large office cleanouts, data center decommissions, or multi-site pickups?

Yes, Corodata can support large office cleanouts, data center decommissions, and multi-site pickups. Please contact us to discuss a customized solution tailored to your specific needs.

Where do you offer ITAD services?

Corodata services clients throughout our Northern and Southern California locations, including San Diego, San Francisco, San Jose, Oakland, Los Angeles, and Corona.

How IT Asset Disposition Works

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Assessment

We evaluate your IT assets to determine the best direction for secure recycling, resale, or disposal.

2

Logistics

We provide secure transportation and chain-of-custody tracking for all IT assets.

3

Data Destruction

We use industry-leading tools and methods to ensure complete data are erased.

4

Recycling or Resale

We refurbish eligible devices for resale or recycle them responsibly, reducing e-waste.

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Certification

We issue a Certificate of Destruction or Recycling, giving you peace of mind and proof of compliance.

Why Choose Corodata for Secure ITAD Services?

Our IT asset disposition services make it easy for you. Our streamlined process ensures hassle-free, secure, and environmentally responsible disposal of outdated IT equipment, so you can focus on what matters most.

Data Security First

We use industry-leading data destruction methods, including certified data wiping and hard drive shredding.

Regulatory Compliance

Our ITAD services align with HIPAA, GDPR, FACTA, and other data protection regulations.

Environmental Responsibility

We follow strict e-waste recycling guidelines, ensuring eco-friendly disposal.

Certified & Documented

We provide a Certificate of Destruction and detailed asset tracking for your compliance audits.

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Customer Reviews

Beth Smith
2 weeks ago
Our company has had a great experience with Corodata over the many years they have serviced our office. The entire team is wonderful, but I especially want to recognize the people who come out to do our shredding. They are always friendly, professional, dependable, and a pleasure to work with.
Great company to work with for shredding. Easy to contact, reliable service. Thanks, Corodata!
Jasmin Pantoja
1 month ago
Best shredding company- locally operated and way better than Iron Mountain.
Ivana Schmeing
2 months ago
We had a great experience with this shredding company. The team was professional, efficient, and handled our office documents securely and with care. We would gladly use their services again and highly recommend them!
Sean Sedano
2 months ago
I’ve had a great experience with Corodata in Corona. Their team is professional, friendly and always willing to help. They make the process easy and communicate clearly whenever there are questions or service updates. The staff takes pride in their work and it shows in the way they handle customers and their services. Whether it is records storage or shredding , they are dependable and focused on getting the job done right. Huge shoutout to Cristine as she is always helping me with my shred pick ups or if I have questions about my boxes being stored. She is amazing to work with! It is refreshing to work with a company that values customer service and builds strong relationships with its clients. I would definitely recommend Corodata to any business looking for a reliable and trustworthy partner.
lilia ruhlman
2 months ago
Cordata Shredding was great! Customer service was attentive, and purge date was fairly quick. Pricing was at lower end competitively! Will definitely stay w/ this company for future shreds. Thank You.
mira nashed
3 months ago
Cordata is excellent company I shred with them for years they are so professional
Travis Keller
3 months ago
Miles and Marshall provided swift, concise, and excellent customer service when I needed scanning of my documents completed. Marshall emailed me back almost immediately every time and helped me coordinate document drop off. The scans are crystal clear and had a very fast turnaround considering the number of docs. I also dropped off a packet for shredding. Kudos and thank you to whoever did they actual scanning. High quality scans that are easily searchable and they even broke them down into the individual packets i dropped the documents off in. This service is super beneficial to me and I would definitely recommend Corodata for any large doc scanning needs you may have.
Kapesh Patel
3 months ago
Corodata was a joy to work with. They have very reasonable prices, the staff are attentive and accessible (love Linda!), and they are local and got the job done - 29 banker boxes of documents. Highly recommend them if you need shredding services for a decent price and great service.
Kenneth Mitchell
4 months ago
The staff at Corodata, including warehouse and office personnel, were very helpful and accommodating. I had to review the file contents and mark dozens of boxes for shredding/destruction. It took 7 hours, and everyone helped to make our job easier. We were able to eat lunch onsite; they helped load the handful of boxes we retained into our car and gave us a modest courtesy discount on the total charges.
Linda C.
4 months ago
We've had a great experience working with Corodata. Their team is responsive, professional, and easy to work with. From document storage to shredding...
Catherine S.
4 months ago
We worked with a different shredding company for years. They were expensive, hard to communicate with, and just terrible overall. What an amazing experience...
Laura Gibson
5 months ago
We appreciate Jami C's level of Customer Service and helpfulness with our various requests that come up for our shredding service! Thanks Corodata, Thanks Jami!
Veronica A.
5 months ago
Our organization has had a very positive experience with Corodata Shredding. As a small nonprofit, reliable service and responsive support are extremely...
Emma Carter
5 months ago
I searched lots of commercial shredding options for our office and they were all overpriced except for Corodata. As a small office, we were grateful for the different size options and 0 commitment to a certain time frame as the rental fee was monthly and not based on the # of bins. Jami Cabrera also provided excellent customer service and gave us multiple cost options to compare and arranged a drop off that worked for our schedule. Great experience overall!
Ernie Rios
5 months ago
I've worked in the legal industry for over 20 years and Corodata is the best in the business. We use them for our shredding services and they provide the best pricing, best customer service team (special shout out to Jami and Xochilt) and are very accommodating. If you are looking to replace your services, give them a call !
Ernie R.
5 months ago
I've worked in the legal industry for over 20 years and Corodata is the best in the business. We use them for our shredding services and they provide the best pricing, best customer service team (special shout out to Jami and Xochilt) and are very accommodating. If you are looking to replace your services, give them a call !
Dispatch AVT
6 months ago
I am writing to share my positive experience with your services. After inquiring on Monday afternoon about document shredding, Linda and Xochitl were very responsive and scheduled an appointment for Wednesday morning. We found the pricing to be very reasonable, and we were especially pleased to learn that it included a pickup from our location. Thank you for the excellent service.
Deana V.
6 months ago
I am writing to share my positive experience with your services. After inquiring on Monday afternoon about document shredding, Linda and Xochitl were very...
Office Printer
6 months ago
Excellent staff, always professional and pleasant on the phone, I can see why they've been in business since 1948. I can highly recommend Corodata for your document shredding or storage needs. Very competitive pricing as well.
blopez blopez
6 months ago
Letitia has been helping us purge some of our old documents, Letitia is efficient and responds with in a timely manner, she has been a huge help I enjoy working with her
Cynthia Mok
6 months ago
This is a great place to store all your important items and shred all personal documents. Kind customer service team in the office and always prompt on responses.
Admin Support
7 months ago
Corodata has been reliable and easy to work with. Their shredding service is quick, professional, and always on schedule. We appreciate the consistent communication and smooth pickup process. The bin also looks clean and professional in our office
Jill Ayers
7 months ago
We have shredded boxes of files with Corodata for several years. They reply quickly when we request an appointment and the pick up is always fast, easy and reliable.
Jay M.
7 months ago
good service and good staff. they just forget to empty the shredder bins. I'm assuming cause of the new hospital rooms and all located bins. but besides that they are good.