When it comes to data destruction, many companies automatically assume that outsourcing the job is the best option. This is absolutely not the case. There are several reasons why destroying your data in-house can be more secure than relying on 3rd party services.  1. Security Many companies don’t realize that there are several laws to […]

Data security begins from the moment the information is created and ends when it’s destroyed. Whether it’s new or old data, it’s important to be secure in every way your data is handled. Destroying the data is no exception. But what’s the best way to destroy your data and how can you ensure you’re keeping it

The COVID-19 pandemic affected many countries, businesses, and individuals worldwide. Companies had to adopt remote working conditions as the world experienced lockdowns with strong containment measures. Schools also send children home to continue learning remotely. Consequently, there was an increase in internet traffic, giving rise to worries about the resilience of technological infrastructure. Internet service

It’s no secret that data breaches are happening more and more frequently. The average company loses sensitive information to hackers three times a year. Usually, most of these attacks come from inside the network. However, many people don’t know how simple it can be to protect your business from cyber-attacks by using data destruction products

Always changing landscape of technology Information Technology is a constantly evolving landscape of bigger-better-faster demands intersecting with hardware limitations. Parts and components such as hard drives, motherboards, and processors have a lifespan of at least 10-15 years; however, they often become obsolete within four to six years. During this time, new operating systems, software, and

When you think about your organization’s cybersecurity, it’s mostly about safeguarding data and not destroying it. But a crucial part of any company’s cybersecurity practice is data destruction. This is because it hinders essential documents such as personally identifiable information or intellectual property and financial records from falling into the wrong hands.  And especially now

One of the most prominent reasons for the currently widespread damage caused by cyber-attacks is a lack of proper awareness. Many people and businesses believe they are immune to threats and therefore are not concerned about how severe attacks can become. If you do not have a safety plan for your data, your organization or

With more employees working from home, you might be concerned about sensitive material that your employee manages every day. Whether it’s company information or sensitive personnel data, there are many instances where you wouldn’t want that information being hacked or public knowledge. In an office setting, you can streamline data destruction. However, there are limited resources

Data destruction is a subject that raises fear for most large and small business owners alike. The mere thought of losing pertinent information regarding the business’s operations is something most people wouldn’t want to face. However, as technology advances, it reaches a point where modern and efficient solutions replace the old media. It is essential

The COVID-19 pandemic drastically shifted the workforce from the office to the home. As a result, millions of workers are using their computers to access corporate servers for information exchange via emails, messaging, and file-sharing. However, what happens when users upgrade their systems and leave behind hard drives of sensitive company information for unauthorized parties

Data destruction is a fundamental part of being a good data steward. By protecting your customers’ data, you also protect your reputation as a good business partner. If your business model evolved over the course of the pandemic, you may now have unprecedented volumes of data and a need to reevaluate your data security policies.

Bose corporation recently disclosed a data breach following the company’s ransomware attack that happened in March. On March 7, 2021, Bose’s U.S. systems discovered malware/ransomware. The company then hired external cyber-security experts to restore the impacted systems and determine the accessed and stolen data. Luckily, systems were restored quickly and no ransom had to be

Each year Verizon publishes the Data Breach Investigations Report (DBIR). It reveals top trends in cyber-criminal activity, how attacks are happening, who they’re targeting, and how. Findings from this year’s report include how the pandemic has influenced cyber-crimes and how the focus has shifted to more cloud-based infrastructures. 39% of data breaches were traced back

From cybersecurity exploits to distributed denial-of-service (DDoS) attacks that result in a data breach, cyber-attacks have become an order of the day and present a growing threat to businesses. Whether they’re from state-sponsored cyber warfare units or so-called hacktivist groups, this type of attack is a cause for concern. On Tuesday, May 25th, for instance, US authorities