As identity theft and data breaches become more and more of an issue, it is important to stay on top of industry regulations and how they impact document destruction. Here at ConfiData, we are committed to staying on top of changes in the secure document destruction industry and want to share that information with you! Below we cover all the latest industry topics including GDPR, cost of a data breach, HIPAA & PHI, and so much more.
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Windows 7 End of Life date is January 14, 2020 (and even sooner for those who didn’t download the most recent security update). Despite the fact that Windows 7 is 10 years old, it is still very popular with roughly 39% of computers still using the operating system. This means hundreds of businesses in the…
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There are many shredding options out here, however not all are created equal. Some shredders are fairly simple and ideal for everyday bits of paperwork, but not ideal for sensitive documents. Other shredding methods are ideal for destroying highly sensitive or classified documents, but are considered overkill for everyday paperwork. If you are comparing document…
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Mobile Shred Trucks Offer Security & Convenience Mobile shredding is a popular option for residents and businesses alike. Mobile shredding companies have the experience and proper equipment to dispose of documents in a neat, legal, efficient, and cost-effective manner. Here are three reasons people opt to schedule a mobile shred truck for their shredding needs:
ConfiData, a secure document destruction company servicing Albany, Utica, Syracuse, Binghamton, and surrounding areas, acquired the Onondaga County-based shredding company, Shred Solvers, in July of 2018. Shred Solvers, Inc. was founded in 2009 by Jim VanAuken and has since been Central New York’s trusted source for business and residential shredding needs.
If you are not yet on the shredding bandwagon then it is time to reconsider! We have heard all the excuses from “shredding is too time-consuming” to “it costs too much” and “I am not sure what I can and can’t shred”. However, it is becoming increasingly important to protect and safeguard your personal information…
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Information protection laws such as HIPPA (Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996) apply to hard drive destruction and the destruction of their hard-copy counterparts. To enforce these security laws, costly fines are associated with any violations. For example, HIPPA Noncompliance penalties are $100-$50,000 per violation. Affinity Health Plan paid a $1.2 million fine…
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Protecting your private information in today’s age is crucial. Customer data, employee data, documented business processes, and other confidential information should be safely stored and maintained until they can be securely destroyed upon expiration. Document shredding is a necessary component of any document management program, but there are several different ways to approach shredding. Many…
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Data security is on the minds of many business owners. And it should be. According to a 2017 Cost of Data Breach Study, the average data breach in the U.S. cost $7.35million. The average cost per stolen record? $225. Aside from the monetary costs, a data breach can also significantly damage a company’s reputation and…
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When it comes to hard drive destruction there are a lot of questions and misinformation out there. This misinformation leaves a lot of personal data vulnerable. In fact, a recent Data Recovery Study showed that even after attempts to wipe drives, data could still be recovered. The study purchased 200 used hard drives on eBay…
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Do you do business with people in the European Union (EU)? If so, you have less than 5 months to make sure your data protection protocols comply with the new General Data Protection Regulation. If not you could face heavy penalties. What is the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR)? This new regulation applies to any…
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