Cybersecurity Awareness: Online and Offline Protection
October is National Cybersecurity Awareness Month—a time to reflect on how we protect sensitive information. While most people focus on strong passwords, antivirus software, or firewalls, there’s another critical piece of the puzzle that often gets overlooked: paper documents. Cybersecurity Is Bigger Than Digital When we hear the word “cybersecurity,” we tend to think about […]
Industries That Can’t Afford to Skip Secure Document Shredding
In today’s data-driven world, mishandling sensitive documents isn’t just risky—it can be catastrophic. Many sectors face strict regulations, legal liabilities, and a loss of trust when information isn’t destroyed properly. At Shred Instead, we help companies meet compliance needs while safeguarding security and peace of mind. Here’s a breakdown of key industries where shredding isn’t […]
What Businesses Need to Know About Federal and State Record Retention Laws?
Companies generate documentation every day, which includes tax returns, agreements, invoices, staff files, e-mails, and similar information. The question of determining the duration of these records is not just a matter of saving storage space. Failure to adhere to the state record retention laws and federal regulations may expose a firm to fines, lawsuits and […]
Maintaining Compliance
Discover how our Protection Program can safeguard your business and ensure peace of mind in an increasingly complex compliance landscape.
The True Cost Of Data Breach—And How Shredding Can Prevent It
One Data Breach Could Cost You Millions—Here’s How to Prevent It Cyberattacks are more common than ever. While many companies invest in firewalls and digital security, one major risk often gets ignored: outdated hardware. That’s why destroying old hard drives is essential—not optional. In this article, we’ll show how data breaches happen, what they really […]
Why Paper Shredding Is Still Essential In The Digital Age
In a world dominated by emails, cloud storage, and encrypted digital files, it’s easy to assume paper documents are a thing of the past. But the reality tells a different story. Despite the rise of digital communication, many businesses and individuals still rely on physical documents for contracts, medical records, legal paperwork, and more. That’s […]
Avoiding Fines: How Shredding Helps with CCPA & GDPR Compliance
In today’s data-driven world, businesses handle a staggering amount of personal information every day. Whether it’s customer names, contact details, or financial records, the protection of this data has become a legal and ethical priority. With strict privacy laws such as the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) and the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) in […]
Shredder Spotlight: Meet Kenny Crowley!
Shredding Spotlight: Meet Kenny Crowley! At Shred Instead, our team is the backbone of our secure shredding services. We’re excited to introduce you to one of our valued team members, Kenny Crowley, in our latest employee spotlight! Name and Role: Kenny, CDL driver. How long have you been at Shred Instead? 3 years. Kenny has […]
We are Growing!
We are pleased to announce that The Shredding Company, Inc has officially joined Shred Instead. Together, we are bigger, stronger and better positioned to serve our customers with top-of-the line solutions. Similar to The Shredding Company, Shred Instead is a family-owned destruction firm that places the utmost value on providing exceptional customer service while delivering […]
Shredder Spotlight: Meet Adil Raad!
Shredding Spotlight: Meet Adil Raad! At Shred Instead, we believe the people behind the shred are what make the job special. This month, we’re shining the spotlight on Adil Raad, one of our fantastic route drivers who’s been part of the team for 1 year and 9 months. Adil’s passion for secure shredding and helping […]
