Protecting intellectual property is crucial for manufacturing companies. That’s why GreenCitizen offers a certified shredding service for our customers who need to decommission sensitive IT equipment, products, or prototypes.


We make sure that your items are securely destroyed, and we guarantee that they won’t be reused in any way. Our trained staff will come directly to your office, pick up every item that you want to destroy, and transport them to our EcoCenter in Burlingame. After the items have been shredded, we will issue a Certificate of Destruction for your records.

Why is Product Destruction Important?

Product destruction is especially significant due to the unique challenges and risks associated with electronic devices and data storage. Here's why product destruction is crucial:

Data Security and Privacy

IT products such as computers, servers, and storage devices often contain sensitive data. Even when data is "deleted," remnants can remain on the device and might be recoverable. Proper destruction ensures that this data is irrecoverable, protecting both individuals and organizations from potential breaches.

Protection of Intellectual Property

IT devices can hold proprietary software, databases, algorithms, and other forms of intellectual property. If not destroyed, this intellectual property could be accessed and exploited by competitors or malicious actors.

Regulatory Compliance

Many regulations, such as the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) or the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA), mandate the secure disposal of data. Proper product destruction helps organizations remain compliant and avoid potential fines.

Cost Savings

While there may be an initial cost associated with the destruction of IT products, this investment can lead to long-term savings by preventing expenses related to data breaches, legal penalties, and business loss due to reputational damage.

Environmental Responsibility

IT products often contain materials, including heavy metals, that can be harmful to the environment. Proper disposal methods are crucial to ensure these materials are either recycled or disposed of responsibly, preventing environmental contamination.

If you’d like to receive a quote for destroying your prototype, product, or IT equipment, please send us an email to pickup@greencitizen.com.

Companies have a wide variety of reasons for shredding IT equipment and prototypes. Whether you’re in the manufacturing, technology, hardware, or government sector, your best practices, proprietary interests, or legal and tax imperatives may demand secure destruction. Of course, you want to work with a company that adheres to the most stringent security and environmental practices. GreenCitizen guarantees you the highest level of responsibility, security, and service.

We guarantee that all shredded material is processed in the most environmentally friendly way. We ensure that everything is recycled responsibly within 150 miles of San Francisco, and that nothing is dumped in landfills or shipped abroad. We also offer certified hard drive destruction and IT asset disposition.

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