DataSafe News & Information
During Cybersecurity Awareness Month in October, businesses across the greater Portland, Oregon and Vancouver Washington metro areas face mounting pressure to protect sensitive information. While digital security grabs headlines, physical document security remains equally critical. One principle stands as your frontline defense against data breaches and compliance failures: chain of custody in document destruction. Your…
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Think document shredding is as simple as running papers through any old machine? Think again. Portland-area businesses make costly mistakes every day when it comes to protecting sensitive information. These slip-ups don’t just create security gaps, they can lead to massive fines, damaged reputations, and sleepless nights for business owners. Let’s dive into the most…
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Every day, Portland businesses unknowingly engage in practices that could expose their most sensitive information to criminals, competitors, and compliance violations. While most organizations invest heavily in cybersecurity, they often overlook the physical documents that contain the same valuable data—creating massive security vulnerabilities that could have been easily prevented. The reality is that poor document…
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In today’s digital world, it’s easy to think that data security is all about firewalls and encryption. But here’s a reality check that might surprise you: some of the most devastating corporate data breaches still happen the old-fashioned way—through physical documents that end up in the wrong hands. Think about it. Your office generates countless…
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Fraud isn’t just something that happens to other people—it’s a very real threat that affects millions of Americans every year. In our digital age, we often focus on online security while overlooking a surprisingly common entry point for criminals: physical documents sitting in our trash bins and recycling containers. The statistics are sobering. Identity theft…
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As we move deeper into 2025, data security concerns are reaching unprecedented levels. With identity theft affecting millions annually and corporate data breaches making headlines daily, proper document destruction has never been more critical. Whether you’re managing sensitive customer information or protecting proprietary business data, implementing robust shredding practices isn’t just smart business—it’s essential for…
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A Moon’s Perspective Sometimes, seeing things from a distance brings them into sharper focus. That was certainly the case during the early years of space exploration. In December 1968, during the Apollo 8 mission, Astronaut Bill Anders famously said, “We came all this way to explore the Moon, and the most important thing is that…
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Have you ever played the game Bigger and Better? In this game, each team starts with a paperclip and aims to trade it door-to-door with neighbors for something larger or more valuable. The excitement builds as you exchange items, hoping to end up with the biggest or best item compared to other teams. However, two…
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First celebrated in 2019, National Financial Awareness Day is observed every year on August 14. It’s a great reminder to count our pennies to make sure we are on track with our financial health, but also a cautionary to protect our pennies from financial thieves. Don’t think it’s important? Here are some staggering statistics to…
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In today’s digital age, safeguarding sensitive information is paramount for any organization. From personally identifiable information (PII) to corporate trade secrets, maintaining the confidentiality of data is not just good practice; it’s often required by law. But what happens when it’s time to dispose of this information? Enter the Certificate of Destruction, a crucial document…
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