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St. Louis is one of the most vibrant cities in the Midwest, home to a thriving business community that spans many industries and sectors. It’s no surprise that with such a large number of businesses operating in the area, it can be difficult for companies to ensure their confidential documents are properly disposed of and…

When planning to get document shredding, several important factors must be considered. Document shredding is an essential security measure for any business and should be taken seriously. It’s important to choose the right shredding service, determine which documents must be destroyed, and plan out the entire process to ensure that all confidential information remains secure. In…

Identity theft and business fraud can have detrimental consequences for businesses of all sizes. It’s important to ensure that the confidential information stored on your outdated media is securely destroyed in order to protect your customers and employees from identity theft, as well as ensure compliance with federal privacy laws. The Shred Truck™ offers convenient hard…

At some point, every business in St. Louis needs to securely dispose of sensitive documents and data. Whether it’s outdated customer information or inactive accounts, protecting your customers’ privacy is paramount. That’s why a one-time purge can be an invaluable tool to help make sure your company remains compliant and secure when disposing of confidential…

A Certificate of Destruction is an important document that indicates the destruction of records or other materials in accordance with a specific set of protocols and procedures. It provides evidence that sensitive documents were destroyed to meet legal, regulatory, contractual, or ethical requirements. Certificates of Destruction are typically issued by certified service providers specializing in…

Businesses in 2023 will be more aware than ever of the importance of properly disposing of hard drives. According to a report by IBM, the number of reported data breaches in 2022 was up nearly 30% from 2019. With data breaches becoming increasingly common, businesses must take extra steps to protect their customers’ personal information.…

Shredding your sensitive documents is an essential part of managing your business. It ensures that confidential customer files, contracts, and other critical information remain secure from prying eyes. However, with so many shredding companies in the market today, how do you ensure that you choose the right one? When selecting a shredding company, there are…

Identity theft is a growing problem in the United States. According to the Federal Trade Commission (FTC), consumers reported losing more than $5.8 billion to fraud in 2021, an increase of more than 70 percent from the previous year. In St. Louis specifically, identity theft has become an increasingly common issue amongst local businesses due…

If you’re like most people, you have a lot of sensitive documents and other materials you need to get rid of regularly. But simply throwing them away isn’t enough to protect your information – you need to shred them as well. At The Shred Truck, we offer one-time and recurring shredding services to help you…

There are plenty of reasons you should ditch your office shredder in favor of a professional document shredding service. Not only is it more effective at destroying sensitive information, but it also offers other benefits that can help protect your business. Let’s take a closer look at why using a professional service is the best…