Based on current Federal regulations, virtually every organization has data that needs to be rendered incapable of use and identification prior to disposal. Today’s environment necessitates that businesses attain and maintain compliance with these regulations or possibly face steep fines.

In-house shredding is one possible means of compliance but according to the National Association for Information Destruction, using a professional destruction contractor such as Vangel is a better choice for several reasons:
 
Productivity—Employees are more productive when focused on their core responsibilities

Safety—even small machines could cause injury if they grab clothing or accessories

Savings—Reduced capital and employment expenditures

Employee Support—Employees are most likely to realize the value of discarded company information

Security—Company information such as payroll, legal and employment issues, and correspondence should not be exposed to most employees

Compliance—In-house shredding will not handle large volumes and may prompt employees to circumvent the destruction process

Learn more about the laws that govern data destruction and the types of information they pertain to. Discover how Vangel’s secure solutions can help your organization stay in compliance.