Posts by Richard Steed
The True Cost of Fraud and How Regular Shredding Helps Prevent It
Data fraud costs American businesses over $5.8 billion annually, according to the Federal Trade Commission. For companies across California’s Central Valley, from Fresno to Sacramento, protecting sensitive information has become…
Read MoreData Breach Horror Stories: Shredding Mistakes That Made Headlines
What happens when proper document destruction goes wrong? The headlines tell a chilling story of businesses that learned the hard way why professional shredding services are essential for protecting sensitive…
Read MorePreventing Child Identity Theft with Secure Shredding
Child identity theft has become one of the fastest-growing crimes in America. Each year, over one million children fall victim to identity thieves who steal their Social Security numbers and…
Read MoreYour Financial Future Starts with Secure Shredding
August 14th marks National Financial Awareness Day, a perfect reminder that building wealth isn’t just about making smart investments or budgeting wisely. Sometimes, protecting your financial future means knowing what…
Read MoreHIPAA Compliance Starts at the Shred Bin: Best Practices for Healthcare Providers
Healthcare providers across California face a sobering reality: HIPAA violations can cost millions in fines and irreparably damage patient trust. While most medical facilities focus heavily on digital security, many…
Read MoreHow Shredding Supports the Transition from Paper to Digital
The digital transformation is reshaping how California businesses operate, but there’s one crucial step many organizations overlook during their transition from paper to digital: secure destruction of their existing documents.…
Read MoreHow Document Shredding Can Protect Seniors from Scams
Seniors in California face an alarming reality: they’re targeted by scammers at a rate that would shock most people. According to the FBI, older adults lose billions of dollars annually…
Read MoreHow DIY Shredding Could Leave You High and Dry
1. Security Risks You might think your office shredder is enough to protect sensitive information—but that’s exactly what identity thieves are counting on. Basic home or office shredders often cut…
Read MoreHow a Shredding Service Helps with Green Initiatives
In today’s environmentally conscious world, businesses and individuals across California’s Central Valley are increasingly looking for ways to reduce their carbon footprint. While many associate document shredding primarily with security,…
Read MoreWhen to Shred Old Tax Records
Tax season leaves many California businesses and residents wondering what to do with years of accumulated tax documents. While maintaining proper records is crucial, holding onto outdated tax documents unnecessarily…
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