Data Recovery Service and Software Experts

If you are here, chances are you have lost something very important—and you want it back. Data recovery is a delicate business, but two things are certain: the first recovery attempt is the best opportunity for success; and the recovery company you choose can greatly impact the outcome.

At first glance, most data recovery companies appear to offer the same level of services and security. Though many claim to have all the capabilities of a professional data recovery service, upon closer examination, the majority fall short.

Every Data Recovery Company Should Have:

	Manufacturer Authorization If a recovery service meets their criteria, technology manufacturers will authorize a data recovery company to open and work on their devices without voiding the original warranty. View our Manufacturer’s Authorizations >
	ISO 5 Certified Cleanroom There is a great deal of difference between ISO 9001 and ISO 14644-1 certification. DriveSavers is the only data recovery company in the world with an ISO 5 (Class 100) cleanroom that has been audited and certified to meet ISO 14644-1 standards. Learn more about ISO standards, view our ISO 14644-1 certificate or take a virtual-tour of our facility. >
	Data Security During Data Recovery If sensitive data is being recovered, maintaining a high level of security during the recovery process isn’t an option, it’s a requirement. The data recovery company should have proof that your data will be safe and secure while it is at their facility. View the results of our network penetration test >
	SAS 70 Type II Certification Any company can say they provide data security, but only SAS 70 Type II Certification guarantees it. Learn more about SAS 70 and View our SAS 70 Type II Certificate >
	Encryption Recovery Certification There are hundreds of encryption tools out there and each one is unique. If the integrity of your encrypted data is a concern, make sure your recovery company has technicians who are trained and certified experts in multiple encryption recovery techniques and processes. View our encryption certifications >

The Bottom Line

Is your data important to you? Don’t be a victim of low prices and false promises.

• Don’t keep hard drive-based electronic devices in cars where temperatures can drop radically at night.
• When your hard drive-based device is exposed to extremely cold temperatures (below 30 degrees), allow them time to warm to room temperature before operating them.
• As an added precaution, always use surge protectors or battery backup systems to protect your new electronic devices. This will prevent damage from power spikes or surges, common during the winter months.

 DriveSavers has always touted the need for security during the data recovery process, which is just one reason why we’ve published a series of standards for the data recovery industry. (Click here for more information.)

Recognizing the importance and timeliness of the topic, DriveSavers Chief Information Security Officer Michael Hall was asked to provide background on our process by the editors of (In)Secure Magazine.

Michael’s article, Is Your Data Recovery Provider a Data Security Risk?, appears in the September issue and for a limited time can be downloaded in PDF format here