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Today, every business needs to consider document security among their priorities. While digital data can be kept secure with tools like firewalls and encryption, many businesses still rely on paper-based information on a daily basis.<\/p>\n

Many security breaches occur today when an paper documents are obtained by unintended individuals, whether it\u2019s a confidential document left on a desk or payroll information left at a printer. The easiest way to destroy sensitive or unneeded documents is by using a paper shredder<\/a>.<\/p>\n

Paper shredders are an easy to use, effective way to maintain document security with little hassle. A desktop shredder in your home or SoHo is an inexpensive solution that removes the risk of throwing away documents containing confidential information.<\/p>\n

There are certainly many reasons for owning your own paper shredder. Here\u2019s a look at some of the major benefits why a business should have at least one.<\/p>\n

Protection \u2013 <\/strong>Unreadable shredded documents can protect your business, employees, and customers from identity theft. Identity theft is ever increasing problem today and introducing paper shredder practice is an excellent way to protect yourself from having confidential information exposed.<\/p>\n

Legal Compliance \u2013 <\/strong>HIPPA<\/a> and FACTA<\/a> law states that certain paper documents must be shredded to protect patient and consumer privacy.<\/p>\n

Personal Organization<\/strong> \u2013 Eliminate all those excess filing cabinets!\u00a0 Many documents are more secure scanned and stored digitally in backed-up and secure file servers today. Develop your own shredder program and minimize paper clutter and maximize your organization. Paper shredders take up minimal space they can help keep you organized. In addition to shredding paper, most shredders can also take care of credit cards, DVDs and other items.<\/p>\n

Eco-Friendly<\/strong> \u2013 Go Green! Most paper shredders built today are energy efficient and made with the environment in mind. Shredded paper can also be recycled as packing material or mulch, reducing waste.<\/p>\n

Cost-Efficient<\/strong> \u2013 Paper shredders are an inexpensive way to protect your business from data theft. Developing an in-house solution for shredding documents can save you and your business a lot of money and protect yourself from costly legal matters.<\/p>\n

It’s easy for paper documents to be forgotten as a threat to your business and personal security. A paper shredder is an inexpensive insurance policy that every business should invest in. At ARLINGTON, we carry the complete line of MBM shredders<\/a>. Give one of our team members a call<\/a> to learn more!<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"

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