Information Security
End-of-Year Purge: 10 Documents You Can Get Rid Of
The end of the year is a great time to clean out closets and get organized for a fresh start. But what about that growing pile of paperwork in your home office? In 2024 alone, consumers lost a staggering $12.5 billion to fraud, and the FTC received over 2.6 million reports of identity theft. While…
Read MoreWhat is the Most Secure Way to Store Sensitive Information?
Every business, no matter its size, handles information that needs to be kept safe. We’re talking about everything from employee records and financial data to customer files and proprietary plans. As we’ve covered before, protecting this data is essential for keeping your customers’ trust and following privacy laws. But with so many options available, you…
Read More10 Warning Signs Your Personal Data May Have Been Breached
Think your personal data is safe? With around 45% of Americans having had their personal information compromised in the past 5 years, data breaches are more common than you think. Sometimes the signs of a breach are hiding in plain sight. But how can you tell if your information has been compromised? Spotting the warning…
Read MoreChild Identity Theft: What Parents Need to Know
Did you know your child could be a target for identity theft before they even learn to write their name? Yes, even kids can fall victim to identity theft, and it’s more common than you might think. Even if you keep your own personal information under lock and key, your child’s information can be just…
Read MoreThe Importance of Employee Education on Information Security in 2025
Protecting sensitive information isn’t just a job for your IT experts—it’s truly a team effort that starts with every employee. Your staff are front and center when it comes to keeping business data safe. In a world where cyber threats are evolving by the day, simply having a policy tucked away in your employee handbook…
Read MoreInformation Governance in 2025: Insights on Risk Management and Compliance
Data can be a company’s greatest asset—if it’s managed well. But as data volumes skyrocket and privacy laws get tougher, it’s clear that businesses need a solid plan to avoid risks. With the right information governance strategy in place, your business can sidestep potential risks while fully leveraging the potential of your data. We’re diving…
Read MoreInformation Security Check-in for 2025
Can you believe it’s already 2025? Now that the new year is here, it’s time to make sure that your business is starting off on the right foot—especially when it comes to information security. Risks like data breaches and compliance fines are only growing, which makes reviewing your practices more important than ever. Whether you’re…
Read MoreConfidential Waste and Secure Destruction Solutions
Data breaches aren’t just bad news—they’re expensive, stressful, and can do serious damage to your business. You might think it won’t happen to you, but with breach costs climbing every year, it’s a risk no one can ignore. According to IBM, the average cost of a data breach hit a record $4.88 million in 2024,…
Read MoreRecords Retention and Digital Record Keeping
The shift from paper to pixels has completely changed how businesses handle their records. While this shift brings a lot of perks, like saving space and paper, it also introduces new challenges, especially around how long you need to keep these digital records and where you store them. Let’s dive into the essentials of how…
Read MoreRecords Management Risks in 2025 and Beyond
As we venture further into the digital world, how we manage records is changing fast. By 2025, how we store and protect our data will look quite different. This change brings new opportunities and challenges for businesses. Let’s dive into what you need to know to keep your information safe in the new year and…
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