Understanding HIPAA/HITECH Privacy and Security Rules
HIPAA and HITECH affect every document and piece of information a “covered entity” processes. But the rules are complex and rigid, creating multiple opportunities for mistakes. Here we try to unravel the security rules to help you make sense of it all. What organizations need to comply with the HIPAA/HITECH laws? Covered Entities Healthcare Providers […]
Preventing Information Security Errors
Information security breaches are an often-silent enemy that create havoc for your company. Most of the time they come unexpectedly, stealing your valuable time and attention, and leaving you open to lawsuits. No one is immune from making information security errors, but reducing the risk and being prepared will help decrease downtime, damaged reputation, and […]
The Advantages of Choosing a NAID AAA Certified Shredding Company
The National Association for Information Destruction (NAID) is an international, non-profit, trade organization for the shredding and destruction industry. NAID’s mission is to promote the information destruction industry and the standards and ethics of its member companies. Not all shredding and destruction providers choose to earn AAA Certification. Those that do offer a distinct advantage […]
What to Look for in a Hard Drive Destruction Provider
Destroying expired digital data is just as important as shredding expired paper records. Even if you erase or reformat an expired hard drive, traces of sensitive data are left behind. With the right tools, criminals can access the data and steal personally identifiable information (PII) and protected health information (PHI). When your hard drives reach […]
Behind the Scenes of a Shredding Service
You may know someone who uses a paper shredding service. A mobile shredding truck may have even passed you on the highway. But do you know how a shredding service works? In this blog, we take you behind the scenes. Privacy Protection Privacy protection is the cornerstone of a shredding service. Your provider helps end […]
5 Reasons to Outsource Your Document Shredding
How does your organization dispose of unwanted and expired paper records? If you are shredding documents in house, it may be time to consider another option. Here are five reasons to outsource your shredding to a shredding and destruction partner: 1. Data Breach Prevention Organizations that rely on office shredders for document destruction are more […]
7 Identity Protection Tips for the Holiday Shopping Season
The holiday season will look different this year as COVID-19 infection rates keep rising. You can still make holiday purchases from the convenience and safety of your home, but not without risks. In fact, FBI Deputy Assistant Director, Tonya Ugoretz, says there has been more than a 300 percent increase in cybercrime since the pandemic […]
4 Facts about In-House Shredding
Protecting your customers and employees from identity theft is a must. But if you are shredding documents with a store-bought paper shredding machine, you may unknowingly expose them, and your company, to unforeseen risks. In this blog, we look at the facts associated with in-house shredding. 1. In-House Shredding is Time Consuming Removing paperclips, staples, […]
Answers to Your Media Destruction Questions
As paper shredding and information destruction specialists, we receive questions every day. Lately, media destruction is on everyone’s mind. In this blog, we answer several common media storage questions. Q: Why should I use a media destruction service? A: Tapes and hard drives and other digital storage devices have a shelf life. Never toss outdated […]
Do’s and Don’ts of Document Shredding
Every company has a legal obligation to protect its customers’ and employees’ privacy. Do you know why, when, and how to destroy your sensitive information? In this blog, we discuss the do’s and don’ts of document shredding. Don’t: Keep Expired Documents Businesses must know when to get rid of expired documents. Holding onto unwanted documents […]