It is a regular practice for i-SIGMA to conduct research that advances the interests of the industry and raises awareness among policymakers and consumers.

i-SIGMA White Paper: The Critical Importance of i-SIGMA’s NAID AAA Certification for GPOs

This White Paper Explores:

• The role of standards and audits in secure information destruction due diligence.
• Explains the benefits of partnering with an i-SIGMA NAID AAA Certified company.
• Outlines the financial impacts of proper data disposal practices.
• Provides guidance on how to integrate NAID AAA audits into the due diligence process

In addition, this white paper provides specific advice on how to maximize the effectiveness of a supplier audit program, with a focus on ensuring compliance, reducing risk, and driving improvement along the information disposition/destruction process.

To get a copy of the 2024 White Paper, Access Your Member Portal Resources >>

i-SIGMA ANZ Consumer Attitudes Study

The 2019 i-SIGMA ANZ Consumer Attitudes Study provides insight on many crucial records and information management practices and trends, including: Why do clients pick one service provider over another? What business sectors still prefer shredding in-house? Who’s making the records management decision and how does that vary by size? What do customers look for on your website? Do recommendations mean more than certification or vice versa?

To get a copy of the 2019 White Paper, Access Your Member Portal Resources >>

Second-Hand Device Study

Another study i-SIGMA recently conducted was the largest second-hand device electronic data research project in the world to date at that time. The results found personally identifiable data on 40 percent of used devices. Read the full report now »

Results from such studies have earned i-SIGMA increased attention and credibility and serves to enhance awareness.