Securing your information

VLOG | GDPR 7 Things You Should Do to Stay Compliant

Posted May 24, 2018 by Lynn Brown
- Compliance
The General Data Protection Regulation is a brand-new legislation developed to help protect the confidential data of citizens in the European Union and it comes into effect on Friday, May 25, 2018. Learn what you can do to ensure you stay compliant.

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VLOG | 4 Key Vulnerabilities in the Office

Posted March 15, 2018 by Lynn Brown
- Data Security
Discover how to avoid becoming a victim of a data breach by ensuring your organization addresses these top information security threats in the office. Learn more.

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VLOG | Decluttering Your Workspace

Posted February 01, 2018 by Lynn Brown
- Document Security
With the new year in full swing it is critical that you begin to declutter your workspace. Find out how you can keep your information secure in 2018 with these tips and tricks.

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VLOG | What to Do After a Data Breach

Posted December 07, 2017 by Lynn Brown
- Data Security
You may think that all your company’s data is safe and secure, but the chances of a breach occurring are so high. Tricia Oldfield, District Sales Manager for Shred-it shares a few things your company should do if exposed.

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VLOG | 5 Everyday Documents Fraudsters Don’t Want You to Shred

Posted August 17, 2017 by Lynn Brown
- Document Security
A discussion with Paul Saabas, Vice President Shred-it Canada on protecting your personal information.

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Environmental Consciousness When Destroying Your Documents

Posted April 22, 2019 by Lynn Brown
- Sustainability
40% of landfill waste is paper. Not only is this bad for the environment, it's an opportunity for fraudsters to get a hold of your information. Do better for the environment and secure yourself at the same time with Shred-it document destruction services.

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Tax Time: Knowing What to Shred

Posted April 16, 2019 by Lynn Brown
- Document Security
Do you know what documents you can throw away during tax season? Read here to help determine what types of documents tax payers can securely destroy to protect their information from fraud.

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Ask the Expert: Spring cleaning with a Clean Desk Policy

Posted April 09, 2019 by Lynn Brown
- Document Security
What steps should you take when clearing your desk during your Spring cleaning? Read here to get tips from an expert.

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Tax time & the financial services industry: Are you at risk?

Posted April 02, 2019 by Lynn Brown
- Data Security
Financial institutions have always been a target for fraudsters, yet during tax season, these organizations are at a heightened risk given the amount of sensitive information that is being handled.

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Do you know what happens with your documents during tax season?

Posted March 26, 2019 by Lynn Brown
- Document Security
Tax payers are susceptible to information fraud and identity theft. Are you taking the right precautions?

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Ask the Expert: Are people protecting themselves properly against fraud?

Posted March 19, 2019 by Lynn Brown
- Identity Protection
As identity theft, fraud and breaches continue to grow, understanding risk factors can help businesses be better prepared.

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In-house Paper Shredding vs Outsourced Document Destruction: Which is Best for Your Business?

Posted March 11, 2019 by Lynn Brown
- Document Security
With of identity theft and business fraud incidents on the rise, document shredding is more important than ever. But before using a do-it-yourself approach to destroy your files, you may want to think twice. In-house shredding comes with costs and risks that negatively impact your business. Here we discuss the three main problems with shredding your own documents.

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Data Security in the Workplace: How a Risk Assessment Can Protect your Business

Posted February 26, 2019 by Lynn Brown
- Data Security
A security risk assessment helps determine the level of information security in your organization by identifying security risks and offering tips on how to put a safe and secure information security solution in place.

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