Important Reminder: Do Not Store Data Locally

Data saved on your computer’s local drive (Mac or PC)—such as C: drive, Desktop, Documents, or similar folders—is not backed up and can be lost due to hardware failure, theft, or damage. Recovering data from a failed hard drive is very expensive and often unsuccessful.

Use SMPH-approved storage options such as shared drives, research drives, or UW–Madison Box.

• • UW-Madison/SMPH Storage Options https://kb.wisc.edu/smph/internal/144445

If a lost or stolen device contains PHI, you must report a HIPAA security incident immediately.

• • HIPAA - Overview https://compliance.wisc.edu/hipaa/

Also see:

• • UW-Madison Data Storage Finder https://storage.researchdata.wisc.edu/

  • UW-Madison Policy Library - Storage & Encryption https://policy.wisc.edu/library/UW-516

  • Security - How to Report Stolen Computers and Equipment https://kb.wisc.edu/13665