Still feeling stingy? Hewlett-Packard Co. (NYSE: HPQ) sets you straight, with this announcement today:
HP Survey Shows Executives Unaware that Improper IT Disposal Can Lead to Fines, Imprisonment
Companies that fail to follow environmental regulations when retiring technology equipment are subject to regulatory fines, negative publicity and even litigation when discarded equipment containing toxic waste turns up in landfills or abroad in developing countries.
"Throwing old computers and servers out in the trash is dangerous to the environment, and even if you go as far as hammering nails into a hard drive, personal information can still be stolen," said Irv Rothman, president and chief executive officer, HP Financial Services.
Of course, HP is there to help, should you be tempted to nail and mail your desktops to points east. Don't use the shredder, either: FileNet may be watching.
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