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What is NAID Certification and How Does it Affect Your Data?
December 10, 2020
When looking for a data destruction provider, you may see that certain companies will market themselves as NAID certified. As a potential customer, you may wonder if NAID certification is something you need to be concerned with. Will a NAID certified company really make a difference in your document destruction?
The Big Debate: Shred or Erase Your Business Hard Drives
October 28, 2020
Eliminating any and all risks for a data breach is the best way to make sure that your business, your clients, and your reputation are truly safe from any potential infringements. You know the risks of data theft. Your company is at risk, your clients are at risk, and your reputation will definitely take a […]
7 Cyber Security Tips for Your Home Office
October 14, 2020
At the office, most of us don’t think about security risk, but when working from home, it’s important that employees and employers understand the security risks of working remotely. With so many of us working from home due to Covid-19, the home office has become a major target for cybercrime. By incorporating cyber security best […]
How to Dispose of Old Business Records Securely
September 21, 2020
Your business will accumulate paperwork quickly. Employee information, tax papers, financial statements, business records, and much more will fill your filing system quickly. These days, many companies chose to scan certain paperwork, but even electronic information will accumulate. To keep your data secure, it’s important to know both how long to keep business records, and […]
Digitize Your Company’s Files for Greater Data Protection
May 7, 2020
Many companies find that they accumulate documents and files quickly. There are the basics that pile up, such as accounts payable, expenses, budgets, and policies. Then you’ll also start to build up long term files, such as legal documents, tax records, and personnel files. In today’s digital world, it makes both practical and economic sense […]
7 Ways In-House Document Shredders Leave Your Company’s Data Vulnerable
April 20, 2020
Data protection should be one of the top priorities of your company. Inadequate data protection not only leaves your company vulnerable, but any breach in security can hurt your company’s reputation drastically and cause much more serious issues. Shredding sensitive documents seems like a good first line of defense, but sometimes an in-house shredder isn’t […]
How to Protect Your Identity During Tax Season
March 5, 2020
With the arrivals of everyone’s W-2s in their mailbox, you know it must be tax time again. From now until April 15, Americans will be busy filing and hoping to score a big refund. However, for some citizens, they may find someone else has beaten them to the punch, filing a fraudulent claim in order […]
7 Surprising Facts About Cyber Security
February 6, 2020
As society becomes more connected with technology in all aspects of life, it means that more attention needs to be focused on cybersecurity. The threat is no longer just a concern for large corporations or financial institutions. Small businesses and individuals need to remain vigilant to protect themselves and their information.
Discover the AccuShred Difference
January 30, 2020
When it comes to running a business, security is an incredibly important matter that shouldn’t be dismissed. Security doesn’t just refer to your physical location — it refers to your data as well. These days, everyone has sensitive data that could compromise the security of their business, their employees, their partners, and their customers. For […]
Why is a Secure Chain of Custody Crucial for Data Destruction Security
December 9, 2019
Companies often need to upgrade their IT equipment. The upgrading process involves getting rid of the old infrastructure and erasing the data contained therein. Unfortunately, many businesses don’t know how to dispose of old hard drives properly, and this results in data security issues. Without a secure chain of custody, you can’t keep track of […]
