Secure data erasure is one of the key steps in the IT asset lifecycle. Understanding a device's condition is just as important when deciding whether it should be reused, resold, repaired, or recycled. This week, we're highlighting Certus Diagnostics™ and how it helps organizations make those decisions with confidence.

Data Erasure Is Only the First Step

Secure data erasure gives you the confidence that your data has been permanently erased. Once your data is secure, the next step is deciding what to do with the device. After wiping a device, you still need to decide if it should be reused, repaired, resold, or recycled. To make the right choice, you need more than just a quick look; you need reliable details about the device. That’s where Certus Diagnostics™ helps.

Turning Device Data into Actionable Insights

Certus Diagnostics™ makes it easy to assess computers, notebooks, and mobile devices. For desktops, laptops, and servers, it checks important hardware like memory, battery, display, storage, cooling, audio, and input devices. 

For smartphones and tablets, it reviews hardware functionality, visual condition, and lock status, including MDM, SIM, carrier, cloud, and Find My locks. All results are automatically recorded in a clear Diagnostics Report, so you have the information you need for your next steps.

From Diagnostics to Device Value

Knowing the true condition of your devices helps you get the most value from them. With clear diagnostics data, you can apply consistent grading and make smart choices about whether to reuse, repair, refurbish, resell, harvest for parts, or recycle. By moving from manual checks to standardized diagnostics, you gain more consistency, transparency, and efficiency.

Supporting the Entire Device Lifecycle

With Diagnostics™ built right into Certus EraseDrive© and Certus EraseMobile©, you don’t have to switch between tools or repeat tasks. Everything works together for a smoother process. Data erasure, diagnostics, reporting, and grading all work together in one simple process. This helps you manage your devices more easily and keep full visibility over every asset.

Ready to Get More from Every Device?

Data erasure keeps your information safe. Diagnostics shows you what to do next. With Certus Diagnostics™ built into Certus EraseDrive© and Certus EraseMobile©, you can securely erase data, check device condition, and make smart decisions, all in one simple workflow.