To shred or not to shred: That is the question

Some surprising items you SHOULD shred It’s one of life’s greatest questions: to shred or not to shred? There are certain documents which we all know need to be shredded—things like bank statements and pay stubs. But when it comes to protecting your personal information, there are actually quite a few more documents which should…

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Social Media – Do you have a Records Management Plan in place for it?

Most of us use social media every day, whether it’s to catch up with friends and family on Facebook or to tweet out something clever about a television show or a sporting event. But it’s also increasingly becoming part of standard business communication, as companies try to capture additional customers, giving both parties the opportunity…

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To scan or store files – how do you choose?

Many businesses contemplate whether they should scan their files or just store everything. Both options have positives and negatives, but the decision to scan or store is up to you and will depend on several factors.  What makes sense for your business? Depending on the type of business you run and the industry you’re in…

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Four tips to boost your audit readiness

If your business was audited, would you be able to prove that your records are in compliance with all necessary state and federal regulations? It’s never too late to put practices in place or make revisions to your current practices to keep your business in compliance. Consider the following tips to boost your company’s audit…

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Is Your Business Identity Safe?

One business goal that should be ongoing is protecting sensitive information.  No matter the size, location or industry, a stolen business identity can happen to anyone.  Being proactive in protecting sensitive data is crucial. The following are a few ways to protect your business from identity theft: Protect computers – Employee access to programs or…

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