October 12, 2020
Most remote workers have been doing so for long enough that they and their company have reputable systems in place for keeping company information private. They may employ a document shredding service for physical papers and may have set up a robust digital defense. Even with all these precautions, remote workers should be more aware…
October 1, 2020
Every day, we bring valuable information into our homes. Whether it’s contained on a throwaway piece of junk mail or a child’s report card, our information is still valuable. That value doesn’t go away after it’s discarded in the trash, which is why dumpster diving is still a concern, even in 2020. However, that presents…
August 25, 2020
Before we can dive into whether or not you’d benefit from a purge shredding day, it can be helpful to first define what we mean by purge shredding. Unlike a scheduled paper shredding, regardless of whether it’s done in a mobile truck or at a secure facility, purge shredding is usually only requested (or required)…
June 16, 2020
Many businesses and their employees are still working remotely, but as the country looks forward to a return to offices, it’s important to begin planning for the transition. Certainly, each company’s policies will be unique to that particular business, but there are plenty of challenges that will need to be addressed. One such example is…
May 13, 2020
Reports, meeting notes, client records, and more: they pile up slowly but steadily. If you’re working in a small space, you already know that every inch of space counts, for both you and your coworkers. It might feel like you’re about to get buried under a mess of loose documents, but with a little planning,…
April 14, 2020
For many of us, the next few months look a bit like a strange new world. We rely on the news of the day for guidance and, for the first time, we may not have a clear idea of what we’ll be doing next week. Add onto that the challenge of working from home, and…
March 16, 2020
To our valued customers: we are remaining strong, dedicated to supporting our people and our community and we are taking the necessary precautions to keep our customers and staff safe. We would like to let you know that: We will remain open for business at this time. We plan to continue our operations for as…
March 16, 2020
From Walgreen’s mobile app to MGM Resorts and Clearview AI, the first few months of 2020 have been marked by a rash of data breaches. Given that last week was National Consumer Protection Week, we’ve decided it would be a good idea to quickly review some easy and effective strategies you can implement today to…
February 12, 2020
You wouldn’t work in an office that had cobwebs draping from every corner or a thick layer of dust on every horizontal surface. So why are you working from a computer that’s bogged down with tons of junk? If your computer’s been a little laggy, or you’ve noticed that it’s hard to find the files…
January 7, 2020
In 2016, around 43% of American workers occasionally did their business from home. As of 2018, it was estimated that, worldwide, 70% of employees worked remotely at least once a week. Whether you’re an entrepreneur, an independent contractor, a freelancer, or an office employee, chances are good that you have a small home office area….
December 10, 2019
‘Tis the season for meeting with friends, shopping, exchanging merry greetings, and…increased rates of identity theft? 43% of identity theft victims had their identity stolen during the holiday season. Through the careless handling and disposal of personal details, a thief’s ideal gift can quickly become a months-long headache for you. However, this increased rate doesn’t…
November 13, 2019
As a document destruction provider, we have a keen understanding of the importance of information protection for both physical and digital documents. It only takes three pieces of information – a name, address, and date of birth – to infiltrate most private accounts. When you regularly handle the personal details of clients, customers, and employees,…
September 23, 2019
Businesses have loads of responsibilities on their plate from processes to regulations, to budget preparation and servicing their customers and employees properly. One process, however, that’s important to not let go by the wayside, is internal security efforts. In fact, every company in the Glendale region should be making a conscious effort to improve their…
September 3, 2019
Falling for a Phishing Scam: This scam occurs when an employee receives and opens an email from a suspicious sender whose goal is to draw that individual into downloading malicious files or to visit a forbidden link. Misplacing a Laptop: Work laptops are generally full of sensitive information about marketing plans, budgets, customers, financial details, pricing, etc….
