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Risk is something that we often overlook in our day-to-day business operations. It is the potential for danger or loss that can arise from our actions, habits, or even from factors beyond our control. In many businesses, there are unconscious habits that put sensitive information at risk of being compromised. This article outlines several bad…

Does figuring out how long you should keep tax documents feel like mission impossible? Wouldn’t it be great if, when the right time came, they would just self-destruct in 5 seconds? This blog aims to help you understand how long you should keep tax documents before shredding them. Storing Tax Records Misplacing papers is easy,…

Let’s rewind to the Civil War era, where the seeds of American taxation were sown. From those early days, taxes have been a perennial topic, with citizens navigating the maze of deductions and credits, sometimes pushing the boundaries of the law. Take, for instance, the curious case of Ned Sparks, the 1930s movie star who…

Simplicity is key. When tasks are easily managed, efficiency is optimized. Here are five straightforward suggestions to simplify your corporate information disposal processes: Establish or Reevaluate Your Information Destruction Policy Think of this policy as the foundation that supports your building. It supports your processes, safeguarding employee and client personally identifiable information, protecting competitive-sensitive data,…

In today’s world, where information is the cornerstone of business operations, safeguarding sensitive data has become paramount. Those who meticulously maintain detailed records are better positioned to navigate challenges and demonstrate their commitment to due diligence. Proper documentation not only prepares you for unforeseen circumstances but also earns you respect in the realm of information…

They say opposites attract, but when it comes to the dynamics of a hoarder meeting a purger, things can get quite interesting. The act of keeping things and getting rid of things have both positive and negative aspects, especially in the realm of records management. The good news is there are clear guidelines on what…

In the realm of legal practices, where countless documents exist for a lifetime, the importance of securely discarding files at the end of their lifecycle cannot be overstated. Law offices often house a treasure trove of sensitive and personally identifiable information (PII), making it imperative to partner with a professional shredding company. But what criteria…

According to the World Health Organization (WHO), “Health workers are people whose job it is to protect and improve the health of their communities.” Protecting the community’s Protected Health Information (PHI) is part of that responsibility, and it is more complicated than it may seem. The organizations that are most effective at protecting PHI have…

Hard Drive Destruction for Dummies The “For Dummies” book series, known for its beginner-friendly approach, has come a long way since its first publication, DOS for Dummies, written in 1991. In this article, we leave behind the DOS era and delve into hard drive destruction methods for the 21st century. If you’ve recently upgraded computer…

The Case of the Boiling Frog The old fable known as the “Frog in the Kettle” says that, if a frog is dropped suddenly into boiling water, it will jump out. On the other hand, if it is put in tepid water and slowly brought to a boil, it won’t perceive the danger and will…