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Tech Audits: What to Do with Outdated Devices
Today, businesses are only as good as their technology. Modern devices offer powerful advantages that can upgrade business processes and increase revenue. A newer, more advanced device seems to come out every six months, but seasoned business owners know not to believe the hype. Still, there always comes a time when their faithful, familiar device […]
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Is It Safe to Buy a Refurbished Computer for My Business?
Well, it looks like you found a great deal on some refurbished computers for your business! Before you click that BUY NOW button, there are some concerns you may want to address. Are Accessories Included? Sometimes a great deal is a great deal because it’s not… let’s say, “complete.” Perhaps you’re looking at a workstation […]
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How Long Do I Have to Keep Employment Records on File?
How Long Do I Have to Keep Employment Records on File? The maintenance of employment records can be a massive undertaking. For companies with a large payroll, handling employment records can be a business in itself. Regardless, a proper policy outlining the handling of employment records can be crucial in the case of an audit. […]
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5 Surprising Benefits of an On-Site Shredding Service
When your company handles sensitive information, you know all about the importance of correctly disposing of material like papers and hard drives. If you fail to handle disposal correctly, you put your company and clients at risk of data theft. Using an on-site data shredding service makes data disposal easy and convenient. But you might […]
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How NAID Has Changed in January 2022
NAID has been a premier standard-setter for document destruction since 2000. However, as of January 1, 2022, their membership program will be changing. Who is NAID? The AAA compliance program assesses mobile and facility-based operations to ensure proper destruction of paper, printed media, micro media, and computer hard drives. The purpose of this certification was […]
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What’s Considered to Be “Unsecured” PHI?
Organizations that handle protected health information (PHI), also referred to as personal health information, have specific requirements under the Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA). One is to report “unsecured” PHI breaches to both the affected patients and the U.S. Department of Health & Human Services. Failure to do so can lead […]
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What Is “Refurbished” Technology?
What Is “Refurbished” Technology? With advancements in technology and sky-high demand, certain electronics can be out of reach budget-wise for most individuals. Luckily, there’s an entire refurbished technology market where consumers can purchase electronics at discounted costs. However, most people don’t exactly know what refurbished means and if these products are safe to buy. Although […]
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Is It Dangerous to Throw Away Batteries?
You’ve probably heard conflicting advice about how to dispose of batteries. Some people may tell you to chuck them in the trash, while others say you could blow up your whole house that way. The truth is somewhere in the middle and largely depends on the type of batteries you need to discard. Types of […]
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6 Common Kinds of Electronics You Can Recycle
Devices light our homes, entertain us, and keep us connected with the world. Yet, everything has an expiration date and eventually must be disposed of. But e-waste, or electronic waste, is different from other waste and must follow proper disposal protocols. A United Nations study found that only 17.4% of the 53.6 metric tonnes of […]
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