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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 […]
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 […]
Harmful Effects Caused by Improper Computer & E-Waste Recycling
May 7, 2014
From: http://www.greencitizen.com/harmful_effects.php E-waste can affect nearly every system in the human body because e-waste contains a plethora of toxic components. The health effects of these toxins for humans include birth defects, brain, heart, liver, kidney, and skeletal system damage. And these toxins can significantly affect the nervous and reproductive systems of the human body. We […]
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 […]
Reasons Why You Should Be Outsourcing Your Shredding
March 20, 2014
From the Automated Records Centre: 3 Reasons Why You Should Be Outsourcing Your Shredding By Michael Sullivan Latest federal guidelines are eliminating casual shredding and recycling as acceptable practices by handing out various fines. Federal legislation is urging organizations to address document shredding as a risk management issue because the workplace ranks as the number […]
Environmental Sustainability Shift
March 13, 2014
A primary motive for companies to shred paper is security. However, an increasing motive is environmental sustainability. The impact on the environment of document shredding is tremendous! Why? Because shredded documents can be transformed and re-used for other purposes. Companies that participate in environmental sustainability can dramatically reduce their negative impact of waste on the […]
Dumpsters: Gold Mines of Information
February 19, 2014
Dumpster diving is an increasingly popular activity. Why? For fun and profit. Dumpster diving traditionally is when people collect food to consume, clothing, electronics, and anything else to sell. The profit part of dumpster diving is taking on a whole new meaning nowadays. Identity fraudsters are diving into dumpsters to obtain any personal information that […]
Recommendations for Companies to Help Prevent or Detect Corporate Identity Theft
February 11, 2014
Use difficult to replicate logos or other devices such as a watermark on company documents Use color on important documents. Order nonstandard paper for corporate printing needs. Anti-counterfeiting aids include specially treated paper that displays the word, “Void,” when the paper is copied or tampered with. Consider using protective devices on any corporate computer, such […]
Copiers & Printers are Security Risks
January 29, 2014
Even though organizations are aware of the damage that can be done to their company’s reputation and customer trust through the loss and/or misuse of sensitive data, only 22% of businesses have implemented secure printing initiatives, according to a Nuance-sponsored white paper published by Quocirca. This indicates a low level of awareness of the danger […]
Electronics Recycling and the Data Destruction Industry
January 17, 2014
The fastest growing segment of recycled material is consumer electronics. The accelerating pace of technology increases the environmental impact. Anything with a cord can now be recycled. This is in response to the growing need for businesses to recycle obsolete electronics. 20 to 50 million tons of electronics waste is discarded globally every year, according […]
