Today, we’re here to debunk some of the myths that surround document shredding.
Protecting sensitive information is a top priority for any company. One way to keep your information safe is to get sensitive documents professionally shredded. While many companies understand the importance behind the document shredding process, other companies might be hesitant to make this move because of various myths that pop up about document destruction. Today, we’re here to debunk some of the myths that surround document shredding.
“I Can Just Use an Office Shredder”
Perhaps your company believes that an office shredder is sufficient for destroying any company files that need shredding. Unfortunately, office shredders simply don’t destroy documents as effectively. It’s possible that these shredders will still leave documents in good enough condition for the information to be recognizable.
It’s better to get document shredding done professionally because they’ll have professional-grade shredders that ensure that your information will be entirely destroyed. This way, no unauthorized personnel will be able to get a hold of this sensitive information.
“Document Shredding is Too Expensive”
Some businesses might think that professional document shredding services are too expensive. This can encourage companies to get shredding done in-house. With that said, document shredding services don’t have to break the bank.
First of all, when you get shredding done professionally, it means that your staff members can continue working uninterrupted, raising company efficiency, and potentially raising revenue generation. Second, when files are shredded professionally, there’s a lower risk of data breaches or identity theft, which are big expenses that you’re more likely to avoid.
“I Can Simply Throw Files Into the Trash”
Maybe there are people who believe you can simply throw files into the trash as a means of disposing of them. This is not an acceptable disposal method, especially if the information on your files is confidential. You need to be sure that the information on your documents is non-recoverable. This prevents sensitive info from falling into the wrong hands. Document shredding is a necessary procedure for protecting confidential information.
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