It is a requirement of waste management companies to have members of staff that hold a Certificate of Technical Competence (COTC), accredited by WAMITAB.

A deadline has been put in place by the Environment Agency of 29th February 2012, for COTC holders to take continuing competence tests.

ENVIRONMENT AGENCY ENFORCEMENT ACTION

Quote from Steve Eland, Environment Agency & Business Senior Advisor from the Environment Agency

"We are still concerned at the low level of take up of the continuing competence test. As a result we are now stepping up our compliance activity to monitor uptake by operators. We will take enforcement action against those who are unwilling to comply with the requirements by 29th February 2012. Enforcement action can range from service of an enforcement notice to revocation of the permit.

Trevor Lenoir, Sales Director at ICEX Limited hands over £100 worth of Marks & Spencers vouchers to Debbie Sullivan of Bexley Council. Debbie's entry was the nearest to the actual weight of the ICEX WEEE man when she visited the ICEX stand at the Green IT Expo in Westminster. So congratulations to Debbie, not only gathering information on the cost effective and secure IT disposal provided by one of the most respected companies in the industry, but gaining some Christmas shopping money at the same time.

An interesting and successful day was had by ICEX Limited at the recent Green IT Expo. Trevor Lenoir (Sales Director), Sarah, Tracy and Liz Pearce from BLANCCO along with the ICEX WEEE man greeted new clients and a few old ones with their secure and economical approach to IT disposal. Of particular interest to all comers was the new Smartphone erasure technology developed by BLANCCO enabling ICEX to offer data sanitation of mobile media whilst maintaining residual value giving a return on investment to clients.

Congratulations to all involved at ICEX Limited, the IT disposal specialists, who raised £210 for Children in Need.
A big thank you for the efforts of Sandra (the CEO’s wife) who slaved for hours over a hot stove baking, to the girls, using their highly valued marketing skills, selling the cakes to local businesses and to the fortunate consumers who gave freely to eat the wares.

Mobile Phone Data Concern
Whilst data security for hard drive information has long been at the forefront of organisational security, mobile phone disposal with secure data intact, is becoming increasingly concerning. Many companies dispose of their mobile assets without checking to see if the chosen disposal company carries out data sanitisation, relying on well known names and blinkered by the promise of high returns.
ICEX Limited makes use of the mobile phone edition produced by their market leading silver partner, Blancco ( www.blancco.com ).  With their unrivalled approach to customer service which includes data sanitation security, ICEX Limited, recently accredited by Adisa, are the perfect choice for peace of mind with the added incentive of possible residual value.

100% Permanent Erasure
Cost Effective- Allows for maximum value return
Return phone to its original working state
Environmentally Friendly-Secure alternative to destruction

ICEX Limited, based at their Witham, Essex facility, has successfully gained the coveted accreditation issued by ADISA the Asset Disposal and Information Security Alliance (www.adisa.org.uk).
The standard, UK ITAD 2011, was written among others by John Sutton the former CESG National Lead Policy Developer. It is the first national standard in the UK aimed at providing a set of criteria for IT asset retirement.
Whilst data security has always been at the forefront of ICEX limited’s approach to IT asset disposal, the achievement of the standard verifies to current clients the high regard with which ICEX limited gives to data security. The standard will also give confidence to new clients knowing that their data holding assets will be disposed of in a secure and environmentally friendly manner.
 

Steve Mellings Founder of ADISA commented,
“We’re delighted that ICEX have passed our accreditation programme and this is testament to the hard work of the ICEX team. This standard shows to ICEX clients that they have passed the most rigorous testing of their IT Disposal service in the marketplace.

Steve Wilks, CEO of ICEX Limited welcomed WEEE Man to the ICEX fold. WEEE Man will be on the ICEX stand at various exhibitions for the rest of the year starting with the IT Decisions Expo at the QEII centre, Westminster, London. When not working he will sit in the reception area at ICEX headquarters in Essex ready to welcome all visitors.

ICEX Limited makes use of Blancco Mobile Edition To Erase All User Data

Blancco Mobile Edition is designed to securely erase the internal flash memory and other storage devices, such as the external memory card or SIM card found in Smart phones. All user data such as emails, contacts, text messages and other confidential data are permanently erased, facilitating the safe reuse or resale of the asset. Blancco Mobile Edition eliminates the risk of inadvertent data leaks by providing maximum security and a fail-proof audit trail for every smartphone that has been erased.

The newly formed ICEX Limited Team Re-Cycling took to the countryside on Sunday (22^nd May 2011), completing the Tour De Tendring charity ride in aid of the RNLI. Braving the blustery conditions Louise & Tory stormed through the 20 mile route whilst  Stuart led the way home with a very respectable time around the 50 mile loop. Steve Wilks CEO and team leader said “it was a great effort by all, but I think it is a bit early for the predictions of a stage win in the Tour de France”. “Making use of the ride to work scheme, reducing the company’s carbon footprint and encouraging employee fitness are the aims of the team whilst providing a vehicle to raise money for charity”. Trevor Lenoir, Sales Manager & fitness coach commented “this outlet continues the green theme ICEX limited follow through its computer recycling during working hours, to encouraging employees to make use of their leisure time in helping the environment and others less fortunate than themselves”.

ICEX Limited the innovative computer recycling company, has taken delivery of its new fleet of Mercedes Sprinter vehicles.

Steve Wilks, CEO of ICEX Limited says "the new fleet is equipped with Eco Start which was a bit concerning for our drivers when the pulled up at traffic lights and the engine stopped! but they soon acclimatised themselves to it". He continues "With greater fuel economy and reduced emissions, the vehicles will once again reduce our carbon footprint, emphasising our commitment to the Environment whilst maintaining our superb customer service"

Friday saw a fantasic effort by the girls of ICEX who raised over £150 for Red Nose Day by visiting companies in the local area and selling home made cakes.

Well done Barbara, Sarah and all the cake makers.

Blancco, the global leader in data erasure and complete lifecycle solutions, today announced that CESG (part of the UK Government Communications Headquarters) has approved the latest version of Blancco’s data erasure software, HMG v4.10. Blancco is proud to announce that it has met all of the criteria for secure erasure of magnetic media in accordance with HMG Infosec standards up to IL6. Following independent testing carried out by QinetiQ under contract to CESG, the latest version of Blancco has been formally approved for government use to securely erase protectively marked data. Furthermore, Blancco HMG v4.10 client erasure software has been duly added to the CESG Directory of Infosec Assured Products.

According to Daniel Smith, Country Manager of Blancco UK “Blancco is delighted to enhance and re-affirm its claim as the world’s most certified data erasure software. Following our certification from CESG in 2003, 2006 and 2008, this latest approval in 2010 shows our continuing development of Government approved software, and our ongoing investment to offer our clients the most current and comprehensive industry solution available.”

"As the IT market continues to develop new Hard Disk based technologies, Blancco is pleased to offer a solution which remains in step with its client’s needs. Blancco recognises that the use of data erasure software is changing; from being previously seen as an end of life, to a ‘total lifecycle’ requirement. In these times of austerity, Blancco can provide a secure solution for re-deployment, warranty return (where previously destruction was the only option), charitable donations, staff purchase and much more. This in turn allows for residual value generation and promotes positive impacts on the environment when compared to poor alternatives for functioning hard drives such as physical destruction".

About Blancco

Blancco is the proven data erasure solution for millions of users around the globe. As the global leader in data erasure and complete lifecycle solutions, Blancco offers the most certified data erasure solutions within the industry. The company serves users across a wide range of industries, including banking, finance, government and defense, as well as IT Asset Disposal professionals. Blancco operates from an extensive network of international offices and partners across Europe, North America, Asia, and Australasia. More information is available at http://www.blancco.com <http://www.blancco.com/> .

About CESG

CESG is the Information Assurance (IA) arm of GCHQ and are based in Cheltenham, Gloucestershire, UK. CESG are the UK Government's National Technical Authority for IA, More information on the Web at www.cesg.gov.uk <http://www.cesg.gov.uk/>

With the recent government spending review, all public organisations are looking to trim their budgets by some considerable amount. Departments all over the country are examining all services to ascertain where savings can be made.

One are that can not only provide relief for hard pressed budgets, but even return some capital, is that of COMPUTER DISPOSAL/IT RECYCLING.

If there is a stack of PC's/Servers/Switches/Phones, lurking in that locked cupboard or you are just rolling out your latest refresh, choose carefully who you use to dispose of your equipment.

ICEX Limited will make an offer and stick to it. no hidden charges, no unexpected reductions, just honest compliant secure service.

Call ICEX now to ascertain how much you could be losing.

ICEX Limited the innovative computer reycling & IT Disposal organisation, confirmed their place in the forthcoming Green IT Expo at the QE II Confernece Centre, London, on 9th November 2011. Key speakers include Lady Catalina McGregor and Lord Henley, Parliamentary Under-Secretary of State, DEFRA

Overview:

Spiralling energy prices, incoming legislation, new reporting requirements, political pressure and growing consumer awareness are all becoming key factors in the move towards more sustainable business. Green IT Expo 2010 provides a complete one-stop-shop for senior IT and business decision-makers to identify environmentally-friendly technologies, green innovations and socially responsible suppliers that can help them rise to these new challenges.

Through a unique combination of complimentary seminars, supplier briefings and experience-sharing opportunities, this comprehensive event will equip you with all the information you need to:

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