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MD5 is celebrating ten years of providing leading digital forensic services
to the region, the country and even the globe, all from its Yorkshire base
Its might not rival California’s Silicon Valley just yet, but it has proven to be just fine for MD5 and its
clients, who trust its expertise to recover and present data from any electronic devices whether it is for
criminal trial, corporate investigation or eDisclosure exercise.
Along its journey, highs have included being the first company in its peer
group to achieve ISO accreditation for its lab and processes.
Crucial to spreading MD5’s presence around the globe has been the success
of its own software (Virtual Forensic Computing) which is used by computer
forensic experts around the world; it makes it easy to turn a machine on
virtually without risking changing any source data. As the company has
grown, it has also added data recovery to its portfolio.
The company’s aim for the next 10 years is to grow the business through
continued investment in technology. For example, investment in eDisclosure
hardware and software has brought new capability to MD5 and its clients.
Using its eDisclosure service MD5 can help you to identify and present the
relevant documents from within the mass of electronically stored information
(ESI) in a forensically sound fashion.
Founded in 2003 by the former head of the digital forensics unit of the
National Crime Squad and an experienced solicitor in criminal law, MD5 is
regarded as one of the UK’s leading computer and mobile phone forensic
companies. Clients include large multinational businesses, government and
law enforcement agencies, law firms and accountants.

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If you call Business Development Manager,
Marc Lees on 01924 220999 he will be
happy to offer a free consultation and
discuss your requirements.

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