New Employee Onboarding Data Security Checklist: What Every New Hire Should Know
When it comes to data security, it must start on day one. Every new hire should receive not only training but also a new employee onboarding data security checklist to reference and keep for future use. Today, we are here to teach you about the risks new staff pose to data security, the common threats they will face, and to provide you […]
Closing the Data Security Gap: Why End-of-Life Asset Disposal Is Your Hidden Cybersecurity Risk
Download our PDF Whitepaper: “Why End-of-Life Asset Disposal is Your Hidden Cybersecurity Risk” Closing the Data Security Gap: Why End-of-Life Asset Disposal Is Your Hidden Cybersecurity Risk With how often personal data is shared with companies in today’s modern world, it comes as no surprise that data breaches are on the rise. According to Statista, in […]
Protect Your Business: Learn the Real Cost of Data Breaches
Download a PDF of this white paper: “Data Security Breaches by the Numbers” Data breaches continue to escalate in frequency and impact, posing serious threats to businesses of all sizes and especially to highly targeted sectors like healthcare. Recent statistics paint a stark picture: 2023 saw a record number of data compromises nationwide, and Washington State […]
Small Businesses Under Cyber Attack
Is your business at risk for cyber attack? Small businesses often think they are too small of a target for criminals, but in all reality, they are easy pickings. Usually lacking proper security measures and minimal training, small businesses and their employees can easily fall prey to cyber attacks and online schemes. Whether a criminal […]
The Hidden Costs of Data Breaches for Small Businesses
Living in a digital era comes at a cost. Even with the increase in security technology, data breaches are such a common aspect of society that businesses must readily take action to protect themselves. Unfortunately, small companies often forgo the necessary requirements of data protection and employee training to lower operating costs without realizing how […]
What Law Offices Should Look for in a Shredding Company
Did You Know? Factors to Consider What factors should law offices prioritize when evaluating potential shredding partners? Here are key aspects to consider: CI Information Management provides secure, NAID AAA Certified paper and electronic media shredding services for law offices throughout Southeastern and Central Washington and Northeastern Oregon. With CI Information Management, you can rest […]
What Healthcare Providers Should Look for in a Shredding Company
In 1860, American philosopher Ralph Waldo Emerson aptly stated, “The first wealth is health.” Today, healthcare providers embody this philosophy by investing in the well-being of the nation. However, amidst their countless responsibilities, safeguarding patients’ private information remains paramount. To uphold compliance with state and federal healthcare privacy laws, healthcare providers seek support from professional […]
What Accountants Should Look for in a Shredding Company
In the era of rampant data breaches and identity fraud, accountants play a crucial role in safeguarding sensitive financial information. With over 11 billion records stolen in the US between 2008 and 2020, the importance of choosing the right shredding company to securely destroy financial documents cannot be overstated. This article outlines key considerations for […]
Your Business and the FACTA Disposal Rule
Identity theft affects millions of Americans each year. We all hope we won’t fall victim to it, yet statistics suggest that it’s likely to impact one in twenty individuals—and that person could easily be you. Your business faces a heightened risk of becoming a victim if it doesn’t adhere to the laws governing the proper […]
Digital Ghosts: Was Your Data Really Erased?
In today’s world, “digital ghosting” often refers to suddenly cutting off all online communication. But did you know there’s another kind of digital ghost—one that lurks in your old electronic devices even after you think you’ve erased them? The Hidden Threat of Digital Ghosts Many people believe that simply deleting files or formatting a storage […]