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4 Things You Should Know about Data Destruction
Every digital device has a lifespan. But how do you make sure the data stored on your old hard drives and tapes is unrecoverable? Here are four things to know about data destruction: 1. Erased Devices Still Contain Data There’s more to protecting your data than erasing a hard drive or tape. Even after deleting…
Read MoreAnswers to Your Product Destruction Questions
Do you have an office closet, basement, or storage room filled with old and outdated products? Wondering what to do with it all? If so, you’re a prime candidate for a product destruction service. In this blog, we answer several of our customers’ most frequently asked product destruction questions. Q: What is a product destruction…
Read More6 Shredding and Destruction Mistakes to Avoid
Information disposal is crucial to a solid records management program. However, many companies make mistakes when disposing of their documents and data. Here are several mistakes to avoid: 1. Using a Paper Shredder Consider the steps it takes to shred your documents with an office shredder: Remove paperclips, staples, sticky notes, cardstock and file folder…
Read More8 Benefits of Outsourcing Your Information Destruction
You can never be too careful when disposing of confidential information. Internal information destruction plans only offer only a basic level of data security. In this blog, we discuss several benefits of outsourcing your information destruction to a qualified partner: 1. Fraud Prevention Office shredders are limited to dumping the shredded paper in uncontrolled dumpsters…
Read MoreThe Hidden Costs of In-House Shredding
Starting an in-house shredding program seems easy enough—just a matter of running to the office supply store and purchasing some paper shredding machines. But this represents a mere fraction of the expenses and risks of in-house shredding. In this blog, we uncover the hidden costs of shredding your documents in-house. Equipment Maintenance Buying an office…
Read More4 Document Shredding Myths, Debunked
In an age when we’re surrounded by a vast expanse of information, it pays to know the facts. The realm of document shredding is no exception; even the slightest misconception can lead to a mistake that results in widespread consequences for your business. Here are four common document shredding myths to watch out for: 1.…
Read MoreA 2-for-1 Solution for Earth Day 2019
The first Earth Day started in 1970 to promote environmental awareness. Now, almost 50 years later, Earth Day is celebrated by over 1 billion people in 192 countries across the globe. As April 22nd approaches, we’re proud of the steps we’ve taken to reduce our environmental impact. We keenly understand that privacy protection and environmental…
Read More5 Reasons to Destroy Unwanted Backup Media
You understand the importance of destroying outdated paper documents and use a shredding service to protect your hard copy records from unauthorized access and theft. But what about the unwanted, old, and obsolete backup tapes and hard drives stuffed into boxes and closets and cluttered on server room shelves? If you’re not destroying them as…
Read MoreTop Factors to Consider When Choosing a Shredding Provider
Outsourcing many business tasks is as easy as picking up the phone, but handing over your document shredding is more complicated. You must make sure your vendor complies with privacy regulations and protects the confidentiality of your information. Here are several factors to consider when choosing a shredding partner: Experience Whether you’re an attorney, doctor,…
Read MoreThe What, How, and When of Electronics Recycling
For every new electronic device that hits the market, an old, outdated device becomes earmarked for the scrap pile. As a result, millions of tons of devices are being disposed of each year—even if they still work. Electronic waste is a big problem that has serious consequences for the environment. Plastics and heavy metals tossed…
Read MoreFederal Privacy Laws and Your Information Disposal Obligations
Every organization must understand its obligations concerning federal privacy law obligations. Non-compliance carries heavy repercussions, including monetary fines and possible criminal prosecution for corporate officers. In this blog, we provide a summary of several federal privacy laws that may affect your business and how it disposes of information: The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act…
Read MoreThe Benefits of a Paper Shredding Service
Your business depends on information. And if that information isn’t disposed of properly, securely, or efficiently, it can disrupt your entire organization. That’s why partnering with a paper shredding provider is good business. Here are several ways a paper shredding service benefits your company: Business Fraud Protection Corporate identity theft and espionage is a problem…
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