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Experience and Reliability: Choosing a Data Destruction Service
November 7, 2022
Once you’ve made the decision to outsource your data destruction, the next step is to find the right service provider. It’s always tempting to go with the lowest price or the biggest name, but the best choice for a data destruction service is one who will be responsive, reliable, and who has the right experience […]
Don’t Click That Link! What to Do When a Scam Looks Legit
October 31, 2022
Nobody intentionally opens a phishing email. It’s a successful way for data thieves to walk right through your information door because they create emails that look totally legit. As time goes on, email scams become more and more sophisticated. If you’ve been a victim of email scams in the past, you know this truth all […]
Could Your Business Benefit From a One-Time Purge Shred?
October 25, 2022
Many businesses, no matter the size, benefit from contracting a professional shredding service to handle document and hardware destruction. However, some businesses, for whatever reason, don’t have the need for a regular shredding service. When documents pile up, a one-time purge shred can take care of everything quickly and efficiently.
Protecting Your Assets in a Virtual World
October 5, 2022
The metaverse is an online world where users interact as virtual avatars within virtual spaces, and it is quickly gaining momentum. It has single-handedly changed the internet from a 2D to a 3D experience. In the metaverse, the lines between the real world and the virtual world become blurred. If securing your data and safety […]
Phishing Scams on the Rise – How to Recognize and Avoid Them
September 28, 2022
Scammers love events like Amazon Prime Day, because they know consumers will be focused on getting good deals quickly, and may be more tempted to click on links in their texts or emails if they think a potential deal is running on limited time. During these online events, it is more important than ever for […]
Prevent Data Breaches Resulting from Compromised Passwords
September 1, 2022
Hackers are always after credentials, and it is consistently how company data breaches begin. Once a hacker has the credentials to get into your system, their reach can be limitless. Sometimes all it takes is one compromised password for a hacker to access your system. Employers and business owners, no matter the industry, need to […]
Ransomware, Data Breach Drills, and Cyber Liability Insurance: Doing Business As Usual
August 23, 2022
As the rise in data breaches continues, more aggressive measures are being sought to ward off a potential data breach no matter how big or small businesses are. Dealing with hacks seems to be just the cost of doing business. But that cost shouldn’t just focus on recovering from a hack. Preparing for a hack […]
Know How to Handle a Data Breach at Your Company
August 9, 2022
The recent news that Promedica accidentally exposed the personal information for nearly 1,200 patients has put the reality of a data breach front and center for many in the Toledo area. After all, if this happened to one of the largest companies in the region, with elaborate processes and sophisticated technology to prevent such situations, […]
Can Your Business Survive a Catastrophic Cyber Attack?
July 20, 2022
No matter how big or small your business is, the cost of a cyberattack is high. You will not only find yourself financially struggling to recover, but your reputation will suffer greatly. A catastrophic cyberattack could destroy your business. Every business is at risk of an attack, and cyber criminals are consistently evolving new ways […]
The Metaverse is Challenging Our Data Protection Best Practices
May 24, 2022
While the pandemic certainly brought virtual connections to the forefront of most of our minds, the world has been moving to a remote and virtual environment for some time. It is not uncommon to work remotely, hold meetings remotely, and effortlessly participate in a virtual environment with everything. However, with the increased reliance on technology, […]
