The Paper Waste Problem In today’s world, sustainability is more than just a buzzword – it’s a crucial consideration for businesses and individuals alike. As we become increasingly aware of our impact on the planet, it’s essential to explore practices that minimize waste and promote environmental responsibility. One industry that often flies under the radar in this regard is the shredding services sector. However, upon closer examination, it becomes clear that these services play a vital role in supporting sustainability efforts. At Marshall Shredding, we are proud to be leading the charge in ..read more

Criminals are always looking for new ways to steal personal information to use in their illegal activities. Data scraping and finding backdoor hacks into servers are just a few ways hackers are able to access your private data, but there’s another method that might not seem so obvious. Criminals and hackers can also access your personal data on discarded hard drives, data storage devices like USB flash drives, and even old cell phones. A joint international study by firms in the US, Australia, Germany, and the UK found that 37% of used hard drives bought either online, through retail outlets ..read more

As the American workforce goes back to an in-person office environment, there is a unique opportunity for a fresh start. Some people still have some apprehension about going back to the office with over-stuffed filing cabinets, storage rooms packed to the ceiling, and cluttered desks. However, if you take the time to transform the space and clear out outdated materials, it makes the prospect more appealing. Getting rid of unnecessary files and documents, as well as damaged or old hard drives and outdated devices, not only gives you extra room to stretch out and enjoy the office but also increa ..read more

Every day, more and more companies are migrating their business data to the cloud. There are many reasons to make the digital transition: data optimization, information accessibility, remote collaboration, improved security, compliance, or simply freeing up physical space, just to name a few.  If you’re thinking about making the switch, you’ll need a plan that prioritizes the security of your company’s and your clients’ private information. To avoid any data breaches, assign tasks so that there is a clear chain of custody for legacy files or data storage devices.  Here are 4 steps to ..read more

These days it’s vital to take extra steps to secure private information. Crooks are becoming more clever in obtaining classified information. However, there’s one form of thievery that’s stayed the same: collecting discarded trash. According to studies, most fraud and identity theft comes from lost or stolen paper information. Private information that gets into the wrong hands is a huge problem for businesses. With that said, if your company is experiencing any of the signs below, it’s time to get on-site paper shredding services: 1. Drowning in Paper Is your office full of clutter? Maybe ther ..read more

After filing your taxes have you been left with stacks of documents and not quite sure what to do with them? Storing tax records and back-up documentation in a secure location, can quickly fill up your filing cabinets, storage rooms, and hard drives over the years. Also, the information that you send electronically to your accountant, tax preparation advisor, or directly to the IRS contains sensitive and private data that could become a target for identity thieves and fraudsters seeking to steal your tax refund. New data from the Federal Trade Commission suggests that tax identity theft is a g ..read more

When it comes to safeguarding personal information, cutting corners, or using a discount shredding company can have devastating results. In 2020, the number of identity theft cases jumped to 1.4 million, almost double the amount from the year before, according to AARP. Whether it’s human error or willful negligence, there seems to be an increase of instances related to improper disposal of sensitive documents. In 2013, over 250,000 medical records were discovered in a Dallas park. They were supposed to be destroyed by an off-site shredding company, but they never made it to the facility. More ..read more

Over 33 percent of the U.S population has experienced identity theft. And that’s why regardless of whether you find it hard to stay organized, or not, leaving any personal documents lying around is a bad idea. However, being careless with your tax documents, in particular, comes with a different set of problems. So, if you need more incentive to stay organized, here are 5 reasons why you should. 1. Allowing Access to Your Personal Information Often, people focus on keeping the papers they need organized but pay little attention to properly disposing of papers they don’t need. This just shouldn ..read more

We have all made a post on social media that we end up regretting. Whether it’s an embarrassing photo or you posted sensitive details, protecting your information online is important. And for that, there are e-shredding services. This is an important yet often overlooked step in data privacy. With e-shredding, you can make sure that you keep your information from getting into the wrong hands. It also means you won’t need to wait for Google to get rid of deleted information after several months. Keep reading below to learn more about how you can protect your information online and sta ..read more