Sometimes you may find company data that is unnecessary or obsolete, meaning it needs to be removed or updated. To achieve this, data cleansing must be performed for great results. Data cleansing involves removing or modifying incorrect, incomplete, irrelevant, duplicated, or improperly formatted data. So, to get your business in check before the New Year arrives, you should wipe any available redundant data. But why and how should you? Well, find out:

Why is it important?

Businesses keep hold of sensitive data, such as employee or financial information, in large quantities due to legal matters and means of analysis. So when this data has been fully utilised, businesses must dispose of it to ensure both they, their current/former employees, and their customers are adequately protected from any harm. When this data is deleted, the locations of the bytes are removed, but the data still exists. Its location is only erased as soon as the bytes are overwritten with new data. If it gets into the wrong hands, your business could be in huge danger.

The quality of your data will also be improved if you data cleanse. This impacts the productivity of your business as better data will give you a more informed view of matters. Anything useless or not needed will be wiped, seeing that you are only left with the right data that can move the business forward. The team will have an easier time working away. 

Any errors present within the database can be removed or fixed if necessary. This will help save you from any unfortunate problems down the line, which can be life-saving!

How can you go about this process?

Firstly, you need to understand what data you’re going to keep and delete. On some spreadsheets, there may be a mixture. Assess what is essential and non-essential. Is there any duplicate information? Do any errors crop up? Know exactly what you’re working with here.

Then you need to separate the data. Doing so will ensure you make no mistakes when cleansing it; a single one would cost the business a lot of money, something you cannot afford to do. Being sensible and safe is the best approach. Save yourself a hassle and organise everything.

Ask yourself if the data needs updating and find out what steps you need to take to achieve this feat. Old data on a system could hinder your business from progressing. Measure the data’s accuracy with high-quality tools and update where necessary.

Finally, call in the professionals! At Global EMEA, we have a wealth of different services and products available for you to choose from. For instance, the all-new WipeDrive 9.7 will assure your company’s data remains secure even when your IT assets are repurposed or thrown away. 

For data cleansing, you cannot go wrong with WipeDrive!

What can data management do for your business?

The organisation leads to a much more successful business. In fact, it increases the visibility, reliability, security, and scalability elements which are much-needed. For example, managing data makes it easier for employees to find and use data on a daily basis. It also allows your business to respond quickly to customer demands and changing markets. Not only that, but it even ensures sensitive information is fully backed up and processes made easier to repeat as a result.

Clients can benefit because of good data management. Knowing what they want through learning their preferences, your business can offer a better service that addresses any needs or wants. In addition, a better user experience for them can increase brand loyalty and quality of life. 

All your business data can be streamlined, making it easier to handle data that continues to build up. Many companies out there simply cannot handle the load that comes in. But with proper data management, your business can avoid this challenge completely. New roles are also created through data management, allowing businesses to strategise and grow effectively. Lastly, any potential compliance regulations will be met through organised data management.

Overall, your business will benefit massively with proper data management versus without it.

Get in touch with Global EMEA today.

At Global EMEA, we provide dedicated services to corporate clients in procurement, configuration, support, maintenance and end-of-life asset management. We are IT experts who understand that businesses want more from their IT. So when it’s time for an asset to retire, we will handle the process in a secure, responsible and environmentally friendly way.

To find out more, visit our website today! Alternatively, give us a call on 0345 340 3105 to speak directly to our team or fill out an enquiry form. We look forward to hearing from you and welcome any potential questions you may possibly have.