10 Reasons to Ditch the Office Shredder

Two side-by-side photos. One of a man in an office leaning on an office shredding machine with his tie stuck in the machine and the second with the same person simply sliding a document into a secure shredding collection container.

  Businesses generate confidential information every day, from customer records and employee files to financial documents and proprietary data. While many organizations rely on office shredders, these machines often provide only a basic level of document destruction. Partnering with an AAA NAID Certified provider such as Stevens & Stevens Business Records Management offers greater security,…

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Preserving the Past: Why Microform Still Matters—and How to Protect It

Microfilm and microfiche archival media

Microform—microfilm and microfiche—has long been a trusted way to store important records. Compact, reliable, and built for longevity, it has preserved decades of history in a remarkably small space. But even the most durable archives aren’t immune to time. The Hidden Fragility of Microform Microfilm and microfiche gradually break down, often without obvious warning: Vinegar…

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Don’t Shred Your Life Away!

Man sitting at desk and putting a document into a shredding machine

In today’s fast-paced business environment, it is crucial to prioritize the security of your sensitive information and to entrust your document shredding to a professional service like Stevens & Stevens. You not only take away the risk-factors of doing it yourself, but you also save valuable time and resources that can be better spent focusing…

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What is a Certificate of Destruction and Why Do I Need One?

Graphic showing an SSBRM Certificate of Destruction along with a NAID AAA Certified logo and PRISM Privacy+ logo, all on a blue background

Owning a vehicle is a significant but often costly necessity. In my early days with cars, I would opt for the cheapest used vehicle, attempting to save money by avoiding seemingly unnecessary repairs. Little did I know that cutting corners could lead to driving an inefficient clunker that would eventually break down, requiring even more…

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