An IS auditor performing an audit of backup procedures observes that backup tapes are picked up weekly and stored offsite at a third-party hosting facility. Which of the following recommendations would be the BEST way to maintain data integrity during transport?

A. Ensure the data is transported in locked tamper-evident containers.
B. Ensure that logging and recording of data transport takes place.
C. Ensure the transport company is licensed and insured.
D. Ensure the data is validated prior to transport.