If it is not possible to dispose of storage media and documents properly, these items usually land in the ordinary rubbish. This also applies to employees working on the move, who often throw drafts and other documents that seem useless directly into the nearest waste paper basket. Such items can also be left lying around in hotels or trains. However, if storage media or documents are not disposed of properly, attackers may use them to obtain valuable information that can be used for targeted blackmailing attempts or industrial espionage. The consequences include everything from a loss of knowledge to threats to the existence of the organisation in question, such as if important contracts cannot be concluded or partnerships fail as a result.