Whether your business is a large corporation or a small local business, your industry size and background, doesn’t dictate whether or not you should be shredding. All organizations create and circulate a vast amount of confidential documents on a regular routine, and while we may do more electronically these days, it’s common knowledge that we also continue to print, store, and share pertinent information with our coworkers and clients. So what can you do to manage all of these documents in a manner that’s organized and secure? Unless your company has implemented a detailed document management process that includes secure destruction, it can be challenging deciding what documents no longer require storing and can instead be shred professionally.
Shred A Way is happy to assist your business in determining what documents can be securely shred and which should remain stored. How does a shredding program benefit your Columbus business? If sensitive information is exposed unknowingly regarding your clients or employees, you are putting these individuals at risk of stolen data; not only that, failing to shred on a regular basis could lead to the potential for a data breach to occur. For the protection of your reputation and general peace of mind, it’s highly recommended that you employ a document shredding program this season. Identity theft and business fraud are not to be taken lightly, and can result in substantial financial penalties for all parties affected. Privacy legislation here in Columbus and across the United States, have specific privacy legislation in place when it comes to the proper handling and disposal methods for sensitive records, and the specific consequences for those that fail to comply.
Shred A Way in Columbus, has the necessary skills, experience, and professionalism to supply your organization with industry-leading shredding services. Your security is protected wholeheartedly in our hands. , When you partner with our team, you will benefit from the assurance in knowing that our strict chain of custody, ensures the protection of your privacy above all else. It’s simple, cost-effective, and efficient, with little distraction to your work day. The safe and secure disposal of your documents can truly prevent your business from being fined or from receiving negative publicity.
As an easy solution that guarantees documents remain secure, a lot of companies have opted for a ‘shred-all’ policy. This policy helps to eliminate the confusion around exactly what should be shred. Essentially with it, your employees no longer have to “guess” what information is deemed sensitive. Staff can shred every document that’s no longer needed and instead shift their focus to their regular job performance duties.
As a general rule, here are some important business and personal documents you should have shred securely.
Business Records:
- Client Lists
- Inventory Lists
- Pricing
- Payroll Data
- Accounting Records
- Market Research
- Competitor Details
- New Product Data
- Account Documents
- Phone Numbers
- Contracts
- Bids and Quotes
- Proposals
- Audits
- Training Information
- Sales Forecasts
- Cancelled Checks
- Tax Forms
- Legal Records
- Budget Documentation
- Financial Documents
- Blueprints
Personal Records:
- Pay Stubs
- ATM Receipts
- Bank Statements
- Passport Number
- Tax Information
- Drivers’ License Numbers
- Bank Account Information
- Credit and Debit Card Documents
- Addresses
- Resumes
- Insurance Polices
- Telephone Numbers
- Credit Reports
- Travel Itineraries
- Junk Mail
- Cancelled and Voided Checks