Security Tips

Security Tips

Improve Security Levels for Your Business

If you enter any office, there’s a good chance you’ll notice at least one blue bin almost immediately. Whether situated by the printing/copier machine, beside each desk or in the lunchroom, blue bins are in virtually ever business, and with good reason. Recyclables need to be disposed of properly and therefore shouldn’t be ignored, but the biggest question is: are these containers being used the way they should be? More often than not, confidential files make their way to these bins due to pure convenience and ease. The issue here is that documents are left unprotected and vulnerable to getting lost and/or stolen.

Think about the amount of records you generate, store, and circulate on a daily routine; you can bet that the majority of these records contain confidential, private matters. It is far too risky to dispose of this information without first having them thoroughly shred.

Maintain Total Protection with Secure Containers and Consoles

If you have business documents that are no longer relevant to your work but they do contain sensitive information, be sure to place these in secure, containers and consoles. These effective products are provided free of charge by AMS Store and Shred, when you partner with us for your document shredding needs. Our professional team will service these containers on-site at your location once your bins reach capacity or at a pre-determined service date.  

Tips to Improve Security Levels

• Focus on establishing a work environment that is based on maintaining 100% security over sensitive business data. Success begins with top-down dedication from managers, so it’s crucial to reiterate this policy and set a good example.

• Consider a ‘shred-all’ policy for the most effective and reliable form of proper disposal habits.  This is a very simple process that reminds your employees on the importance of securing confidential business records that no longer serve a purpose. You will save a great deal of money and time with this policy as you won’t be forced to determine what is deemed private and what isn’t. Save your employees this unnecessary hassle and shred everything.

• Carry out security audits regularly to determine where your business processes could use some attention or changes.

• Partner with AMS Store and Shred for all your secure, document shredding needs. We supply several options that will meet your unique needs and budget.