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History of Shredding Machines
July 16, 2015
Ever wondered the history of shredding machines? Paper Shredding Machine Timeline 4000 B.C. Egypt The invention of papyrus sparked the need for destruction of documents. When a mistake was made on papyrus, the document was torn up manually. 1908 – New York City Abbot Augustus Low patented the, “Waste Paper Receptacle,” the first paper-shredding […]
Does (Particle) Size Matter?
June 18, 2015
In our world – absolutely! It is important to recognize, however, that data destruction, whether on paper or electronic media, is a process requiring security at several different points. Particle size is but one aspect of the secure process that needs to be considered. We feel it is more important when we are discussing mobile […]
What Matters Most
February 26, 2015
We are proud to announce that our very own Nate Segall co-authored an article entitled, “What Matters Most,” in the February edition of the Storage & Destruction Business (SDB) Magazine. In the article, Segall and two other document destruction industry leaders collaborated to share thoughts on trends in the document destruction industry and what the […]
The Benefits of Hiring a Document Shredding Company
February 11, 2015
There are multitudinous benefits to hiring a paper shredding service, including the peace of mind that comes with a verified record that the documents have been destroyed. As companies transition into the digital age, they are burdened with the task of securely disposing of paper documents that are no longer needed. A significant amount of […]
Academic Institutions and Identity Theft
September 4, 2014
Resource: Interview with Brian Lapidus (Senior VP of Kroll Fraud Solutions) by University Business http://www.universitybusiness.com/article/academic-institutions-and-identity-theft-what-you-need-know Academic institutions store an ever-growing database of personal information varying from information from past applicants, alumni, current students, and faculty. This expanding database is making academic institutions a prime target for identity thieves, identity theft, and data security breaches. Data […]
Shredding Cost Calculator & The Benefits of AccuShred
June 19, 2014
When you go to AccuShred’s Cost Calculator, you can estimate your monthly shredding cost. All you have to do is go to: http://www.AccuShred.net/calculator/ And then enter your monthly labor costs (includes: employee time spent shredding per day, average number of working days per month, and the average hourly wage for clerical employee) and then enter […]
Don’t fall prey to medical identity theft
May 27, 2014
Article by Jason Alderman Found at: http://www.thonline.com/biztimes/articles/article_21d8c910-e296-11e3-a6b6-0017a43b2370.html By now, most people know about the perils of identity theft, where someone steals your personal or financial account information and makes fraudulent charges or opens bogus accounts in your name. Lately, a not-so-new twist has been getting a lot of attention – medical identity theft. That’s where […]
AccuShred’s Green Machines Fundraising Program
May 22, 2014
Cash-for-Computers Fundraising Program Old computers are everywhere: closets, garages, and landfills. Every year, 3.2 tons of computers are deposited in landfills, taking up unnecessary space and leaking harmful chemicals into our soils and atmosphere. The Green Machines Fundraising Program from AccuShred helps protect our environment by paying organizations cash for computers and then completely recycling […]
9 Spring Cleaning Tips to Thwart ID Theft
April 30, 2014
Spring is finally here! Spring arriving means that it’s the perfect time to go through all of your unused and unneeded documents and electronics that can potentially put you at risk for identity theft. Follow these spring cleaning tips to help you: Take inventory – Know what you have Avoid holding onto unnecessary documents […]
IRS Issued $4 Billion in Fraudulent Tax Refunds Last Year
April 16, 2014
Article from Teaparty.org: http://www.teaparty.org/irs-issued-4-billion-fraudulent-tax-refunds-last-year-39285/ (Breitbart) In a report released last November, the federal government admitted that it had conducted roughly 1,500 criminal investigations concerning identity theft in fiscal year 2013. 66% more than 2012. FBI Supervisory Special Agent Jay Bernardo said, “I’ve been on calls with Alabama, Chicago, some other field divisions, where they’re now […]
