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Your Questions about Data Destruction, Answered
With a rising tide of identity theft and fraud, stockpiling old hard drives and backup tapes is not a secure option. Given the increasing risks, more businesses are realizing the importance of having a data destruction solution. In this blog post, we answer your data destruction questions. Q: Why Shouldn’t I Sell My Old Backup…
Everything You Need to Know about Data Destruction
Everything You Need to Know about Data Destruction When it comes to disposing of outdated electronics and digital devices, it’s not enough to throw them away. An improperly-discarded hard drive or tape can cost your company untold thousands of dollars in breach notification costs and legal fees. Here’s everything you need to know about data…
What to Know about Digital Device Disposal
How many old computers, hard drives and backup tapes do you have gathering dust in a closet or storage room? “Out of sight, out of mind” might seem like a good strategy, but in reality, it’s impractical and risky. Here’s what you should know about digital device disposal: Digital Device Disposal Saves Money Stock piling…
How to Ensure HIPAA-Compliant Document Destruction
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA) was enacted as a federal law in 1996 to combat insurance fraud and medical identity theft. The act’s Privacy Rule states that healthcare providers and their business associates must implement “appropriate administrative, technical and physical safeguards to protect the privacy of protected health information (PHI).” As a…
Recent NAID Study Highlights the Importance of Data Destruction
In a new study released on March 24th, the National Association for Information Destruction (NAID) found that 40 percent of used electronic devices sold on the secondhand market contained personally identifiable information (PII). Usernames, passwords, credit card data, tax details and contact information was found on used hard drives, mobile phones and tablets analyzed in…
How a Scheduled Shredding Program Helps Your Business
As a business owner, it’s critical to protect the security of your important business documents and information. Sensitive and confidential documents are an easy target for thieves. Here are several ways a scheduled shredding program helps you maintain a high level of security for your business information: Scheduled Shredding Establishes a Record of Compliance How…