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? The USA boasts 1.33 million active lawyers, translating to approximately one lawyer for every 250 individuals. In 1869, Arabella Mansfield from Iowa achieved a historic milestone as the first woman in US history to become a lawyer, overcoming the gender discrimination barrier by suing the Iowa State Bar for exam eligibility. Law […]
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 […]
The Weakest Links in Your Information Destruction Plan
When I began my flying lessons, one crucial point emphasized was that the number one cause of aviation accidents was pilot error. I had assumed mechanical failure or adverse weather conditions would top the list, but human error stood as the primary factor. The truth is, despite our intelligence, human mistakes often cause the problems […]
Common Misconceptions about Shredding
One of the best ways to protect the information your business generates is to shred it. However, there are several misconceptions about shredding that need to be addressed. In this article, we clear up these misunderstandings in a Q & A with multiple-choice answers. Go ahead and test yourself! We promise there are no trick […]
Media Destruction and Privacy Law Compliance
Media destruction refers to the process of destroying or removing physical or digital media in order to prevent unauthorized access to sensitive or confidential information. In this constantly-changing technological age, this process is essential to ensure the security and privacy of individual and business information. What Media Should Concern Me? Any device that stores digital […]