Posts Tagged ‘certificates of destruction’
What Happens to Your Documents After They Leave the Office?
When sensitive documents leave your office, the chain of custody becomes your biggest vulnerability. We see businesses make assumptions about document disposal every day, and those assumptions can lead to serious security breaches. Understanding what happens to your paperwork after it exits your building is essential for maintaining data security and regulatory compliance. The Journey…
Read MoreWhat to Look for in a Shredding Provider
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…
Read MoreWhat is a Certificate of Destruction and Why Do I Need One?
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…
Read MoreInformation Destruction Guidelines for Your Business
Remember when TV and radio were free, and the idea of paying for bottled water seemed absurd? Times have changed! Today, information is the gold of the digital age. Effectively using information can mean big profits for your business, but losing or having your information stolen is like handing over cash to data thieves. Whether…
Read MoreBe Prepared for Disasters & Secure Your Sensitive Documents
If there’s one thing 2020 has taught us, it’s to expect the unexpected. Case in point: On top of the challenges we already face with the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, fires ripped through much of Oregon this fall, burning over one million acres, destroying homes, and killing at least 11 people. During the height of the…
Read MoreProtect Yourself From COVID-19 Scams
Scammers are everywhere, it seems, and they’ve been taking advantage of our fears and vulnerabilities during the COVID-19 pandemic. From contact tracing scams to unemployment fraud, there are many ways to get caught up in an unsavory trap. Luckily, if you know what to watch out for, you can avoid most of them. Let’s review…
Read MoreSave or shred? Best practices to keep your personal documents safe at home.
It can be easy to overlook identity theft when it comes to your personal paper documents. You’re probably more concerned about the safety of your personal information online. Like many Americans, you may no longer receive paper banking statements, invoices, or bills. You might not even use checks! No matter how paperless you try to…
Read MoreFor Fast, Affordable and Reliable Service, You Want #ShredLocalPDX
When you need to get boxes of paper shredded and piles of old hard drives destroyed, your top concern is probably finding a company that can quickly, affordably, and securely take care of your materials. But we’d like to add one more criteria to your list: local! Why should you work with a local shredding company and…
Read MoreBe Confident Your Documents Were Destroyed With a Certificate of Destruction
A certificate of destruction (COD) is a document that serves as a receipt for documents, hard drives, or other electronic media that have been destroyed. In addition to containing important details about the destroyed materials, a COD is a confirmation that your items have been securely eliminated and your service provider is compliant with privacy…
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