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Benchmark Technology Group Unveils Remote Erasure Management; Unique Data Erasure Solution to Minimize Legal Risk Associated with Retiring Computer Hardware and Hard Drive Data.


ALPHARETTA, Ga. -- Benchmark Technology Group, a leading provider of branch automation solutions and technology management services, announced the release of Remote Erasure ERASURE, contracts, evidence. The obliteration of a writing; it will render it void or not under the same circumstances as an interlineation. (q.v.) Vide 5 Pet. S. C. R. 560; 11 Co. 88; 4 Cruise, Dig. 368; 13 Vin. Ab. 41; Fitzg. 207; 5 Bing. R. 183; 3 C. & P. 65; 2 Wend. R. 555; 11 Conn.  Management (REM), a unique data erasure solution that makes it possible to schedule or immediately erase computers and hard drive data from a remote location.

REM is a result of a strategic alliance formed in January, 2005 between Benchmark Technology Group and Marietta, Ga.-based Absolute Data Security, LLC (Logical Link Control) See "LANs" under data link protocol.

LLC - Logical Link Control
, the U.S. distributor of Blancco(R) brand data erasure products. The subsequent product offering, REM, enables Benchmark Technology Group customers to schedule remote or immediate erasure of data from hardware, mitigating security risks.

"Today's businesses are taking extensive precautions to protect sensitive customer data, which is constantly under attack by identity thieves," said Jack Malinowski, CTO (Chief Technical Officer) The executive responsible for the technical direction of an organization. See CIO and salary survey.  of Benchmark Technology Group. "It is vital that personal computers have their data electronically shredded prior to leaving company premises, as there is exposure in transporting and storing systems for redeployment re·de·ploy  
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, donations, or recycling. The ability to verify desktops have been properly scrubbed with a comprehensive audit trail provides an added level of security and control."

There are various levels of erasure available with REM, including several Department of Defense (DoD) and evolving global standards. REM integrates with existing business process systems to offer secure administration that determines who at an organization can deploy or initiate remote erasure. The product also includes detailed, auditable reporting and PC documentation of both the complete deployment process and of the mechanical erasure with hardware inventory - legal liability is safeguarded through REM, relieving companies of that burden.

"Remote Erasure Management is the most advanced data erasure concept on the market," said Morgan Cederblom, CEO (1) (Chief Executive Officer) The highest individual in command of an organization. Typically the president of the company, the CEO reports to the Chairman of the Board.  of Absolute Data Security, LLC. "This is the first remote control for data erasure - a one-of-a kind solution to the serious threat of corporate information loss and identity theft. By providing Benchmark Technology Group with the most stringent data erasure available from Blancco - the same product used by the U.S. Army - their customers are assured peace of mind from any liability involving privacy hazards."

"Failure to keep information out of the wrong hands can lead to serious privacy violations, resulting in costly legal liability and a loss of trust among customers," said Malinowski.

About Absolute Data Security, LLC

Marietta, Ga.-based Absolute Data Security is dedicated to providing corporations, government organizations, institutions and individuals the most complete protection for sensitive computer data through its U.S. representation of Blancco(R) brand software products, the leading worldwide research and development company perfecting data erasure. Absolute Data Security's product offering meets and exceeds the standards set by the National Software Testing Software testing is the process used to measure the quality of developed computer software. Usually, quality is constrained to such topics as correctness, completeness, security, but can also include more technical requirements as described under the ISO standard ISO 9126, such  Laboratory (NSTL (National Software Testing Lab, Blue Bell, PA, www.nstl.com) An independent organization established in 1983 that evaluates computer hardware and software in the PC, mobile and gaming markets. It adheres to controlled testing methods to ensure objective results. ), Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was enacted by the U.S. Congress in 1996.

According to the Centers for Medicare and Medicaid Services (CMS) website, Title I of HIPAA protects health insurance coverage for workers and their families when
 (HIPAA (Health Insurance Portability & Accountability Act of 1996, Public Law 104-191) Also known as the "Kennedy-Kassebaum Act," this U.S. law protects employees' health insurance coverage when they change or lose their jobs (Title I) and provides standards for patient health, ), Information Society of the European Commission European Commission, branch of the governing body of the European Union (EU) invested with executive and some legislative powers. Located in Brussels, Belgium, it was founded in 1967 when the three treaty organizations comprising what was then the European Community  (INFOSEC) and the U.S. Department of Defense.

For more information about Absolute Data Security and its products, visit www.absolutedatasecurity.com.

About Benchmark Technology Group

For more than 20 years, Benchmark Technology Group has been a leading provider of end-to-end branch technology solutions. The company offers a complete line of branch automation, loss prevention, risk management and Check 21 solutions. Benchmark Technology Group's systems design, integration, implementation and support services support services Psychology Non-health care-related ancillary services–eg, transportation, financial aid, support groups, homemaker services, respite services, and other services  include customized and expanded offerings that are customer-centric and scalable.

All Benchmark Technology Group products and services are backed by 24/7 support. The company is headquartered in Alpharetta, Georgia and has seven additional offices throughout the nation. For more information, visit www.Benchmark-US.com.
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