Posts by Richard Steed
How 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 While maintaining proper records is crucial, holding onto outdated tax documents unnecessarily…
Read MoreShredded Paper’s Recycling Journey – From Document to Paper Cup
Have you ever wondered where your shredded paper ends up? Imagine this: that piece of paper you just tossed into the shred bin could transform into a brand-new paper cup.…
Read MoreFraud Awareness Week: First Stop, Shredding
As International Fraud Awareness Week (November 17-23, 2024) approaches, businesses and individuals across California’s Central Valley are taking a closer look at their document security practices. With identity theft and…
Read MoreAvoid PHI Breaches with HIPAA-Compliant Shredding
Protected Health Information (PHI) includes any data that can be used to identify a patient, ranging from medical records to billing information. Safeguarding this sensitive information is essential for maintaining…
Read MoreLessons from Child Identity Theft Awareness Day
As children head back to school, their presence online and in various social settings increases, making them more vulnerable to identity theft. Identity theft became a common term in the…
Read MoreFinancial Awareness Day: Is Your Information Secure?
It’s a random Wednesday morning, and Linda walked into the office with a vase of purple hydrangeas and placed them on my desk. Linda: Here. These are for you. Me:…
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