Secure Data Recycling agree with the comments made by:

Russell Harris, chairman of the Information Destruction Section of the British Security Industry Association (Click Here to read the full article)

“With the public sector facing the deepest budget cuts in 25 years, security is often one area of expenditure where organisations look to make immediate savings. However, with large quantities of personal data to protect and the information commissioner imposing increasing fines for data loss, information security is one area where local government can’t afford to cut back.

Generally speaking, public sector organisations hold large quantities of confidential data, making them vulnerable to data breaches. By taking simple steps internally, organisations can reduce the risk of data breaches occurring. Measures include ensuring all unwanted documents, CDs and DVDs are being properly shredded, wiping clean the information held on old computers before disposing of them and regularly changing network as well as PC passwords. However, leaving shredding to individuals can compromise security as the document is not always thoroughly destroyed and can often be pieced together. Therefore, employing a professional data destruction company will ensure legal compliance and the highest standard of service, giving organisations the peace of mind that the interests of their clients, staff or patients are protected.”

It is essential that Data is properly managed within local and central Government

Secure Data Recycling can help keep data safe and costs down, for a local, regional or national strategy contact Secure Data Recycling today.