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Why Our NAID AAA Certification Matters
We understand. You see a bunch of capital letters and a logo and your eyes glaze over. But stay with us – this is important for you and your business! What is NAID? The National Association for Information Destruction (NAID) is the worldwide trade group for information destruction companies. Its mission is to champion for…
Read MoreIs a Professional Shredding Service Right For My Business?
Does your company generate a lot of paperwork? You might be dealing with financial details about your company or confidential employee information. You may also have personal or financial records on your clients or customers. You probably already know that you have a legal and ethical obligation to discard of this material safely but you…
Read MoreFighting Identity Theft: What Are The Most Vulnerable Places In Your Workplace?
Corporate identity theft costs American businesses up to $48 billion every year. While many data breaches are caused by hackers determined to access your company’s information, up to 28% of data breaches happen because of human error. The good news is that, with the proper precautions, you can keep those errors from affecting your company’s…
Read MoreBoost Business Security And Productivity With A Clean Desk Policy
A clean desk policy requires all employees to have a clear desk at the end of the day. This means that all documents, post-its, notes, and removable USB drives are safely stored and locked away in your employees’ desks or in a filing cabinet. You can reduce and prevent risks such as identity theft and…
Read MoreHow Can I Protect My Business From Identity Theft During The Holiday Season?
The holiday season is a busy time of year, both for families and fraudsters. Identity theft is a major problem during the end of the year because it’s the time when families across the country are making more online purchases and using their credit cards more often. Fortunately, you can help keep your business and…
Read MoreDocument Disposal Mistakes You DON’T Want To Make
Ever since the massive 2017 Equifax data breach, companies of all sizes have increased their focus on digital security. Yet, it’s important to remember identity theft can also occur from paper that hasn’t been properly disposed of. This can be junk mail, paper statements, tax documents, and more. Millions of U.S. citizens are affected by identity…
Read More5 Ways To Prep Your Workplace For Winter
Fall is officially here and winter is right around the corner. But before you start planning your company’s holiday party, it’s crucial that you first take the necessary steps to get your office ready for the colder season. Here are five ways you can prep your workplace for the fall and winter months. Schedule seasonal…
Read MoreIs Your Business Really As Safe As You Think It Is?
Every business wants to think they’re safe from cyber attacks and burglaries. Unfortunately, these crimes are common enough that assuming your business is safe may actually do your company more harm than good. By understanding your company’s risk of theft and identity theft, the more you’ll be able to put up the right defenses. That…
Read MoreWhat Can We Learn From The Equifax Data Breach?
Although the breach is no longer at the forefront of the public’s mind, the Equifax breach was the largest single data breach in American history. What was first believed to be just another data breach in a sea of cyber attacks against businesses turned into a disaster involving the breach of 145.9 million personal records. We…
Read MoreAre Your College Students Really Safe From Identity Theft?
While working for a college, the risk of identity theft may be at the back of your mind. After all, identity theft is more common at law firms and major business corporations, right? Wrong. In 2016, approximately one in every 16 American adults were victims of identity theft. And, in 2017, reports of student loan…
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