Clean Desk Policy: A Simple Step Toward Stronger Information Security 

One would think that an office environment would be a safe place, but sadly, it isn’t. Sensitive information can be left sitting on desks, in printer trays, or on active computer screens while an employee steps away to refresh their coffee. That’s where a Clean Desk Policy can help. For businesses handling confidential information, clean desk policies are a low-cost, […]

2026 Tax Prep and Document Destruction: Smart Shredding Practices During Tax Season 

It’s that time of year again; tax season is just around the corner. As we get closer to that April 15th deadline, businesses and individuals are gathering paperwork. Unfortunately, tax season is a vulnerable time for identity theft, so it’s not just about preparing your taxes; it’s also about safely disposing of unneeded documents. Let us share with you what you can do for tax prep and document […]

Best Way to Destroy a Hard Drive

Sensitive data is all around us and at our fingertips every day. From computers to cell phones to printers, there are countless storage devices for data that most people don’t realize. Unfortunately, that means there are many avenues through which precious data can be stolen and misused. Luckily, there is a way to prevent data […]

What Is the Proper Way to Dispose of Confidential Documents? 

Everybody, from single individuals to small businesses to vast organizations, accumulates sensitive data. Every day, compromised confidential documents lead to identity theft, data breaches, and legal consequences worldwide. Fortunately, secure shredding services, like those offered by CI Information Management, make it easy to stay compliant and confident. To help you move forward, we will go […]

What is Degaussing? 

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How can you know if data is really gone? Unfortunately, “deleting” it on a device doesn’t actually get rid of it; it just removes it from easy access. In a world where data security is vital for consumer protection, properly erasing data is a necessity. Fortunately, degaussing is one of the most effective methods for […]

Why Hard Drive Destruction Is Essential in 2025

What Should Be Shredded? A Guide for Technology & IT Companies

Have you ever gotten an email from a company saying they experienced a data breach? Perhaps you saw in the media how major companies were struck with a cyber attack that crippled their business. While not talked about nearly enough, data breaches occur on a broad scale, with significant threats happening all the time. That’s […]

Is Your Data Really Gone? Think Again.

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Download our new white paper: “The Critical Guide to Secure Hard Drive Destruction” Beyond Deletion: The Critical Guide to Secure Hard Drive Destruction for Compliance-Driven Organizations  $4.9 million. That was the global average cost of a data breach in 2024 – a 10% increase from last year and the highest total ever reported. 4 In a world where deleted files can be easily recovered, businesses must […]

What Can Be Shredded?

“Can I shred____?” That’s the start of one of the most common questions we get here at CI Information Management, and it is an excellent question. People are often surprised by what can and cannot be shredded, so today, we are going to break it down for you! Basic Document Shredding: What Belongs in Your […]