Document destruction company Shredlock offers secure services based on the most stringent privacy legislation in the world.
Shredlock director Tim Horton urges businesses to implement a ‘shred all’ policy in place, no matter what type of business you operate.
Shredlock is one of a handful of independently audited document destruction companies in Australia. It shreds documents on site at centres across the country and is adding to its fleet of shredding trucks in the lead-up to the increased emphasis on privacy.
“Even with the best intentions and training, employees can easily put sensitive documents in the general recycling rather than the secure shredding bin without understanding the potential risks,” Horton says.
Biviano says the new laws also mean that the public will have greater understanding of how their personal information is handled and be able to enquire about how the data is managed.
“[SMEs] need to be careful not to cut corners. It’s always easier to set up systems property at the start than trying to retrofit a broken system later,” he says.
“If you cannot afford to secure the information you collect, then you cannot afford to start your business.”
Biviano says the philosophy toward privacy should be that you treat data you hold on other people and businesses how you would like others to treat your most private secrets.
“I know business owners are busy people, but under these new laws, privacy is important enough for them to take an active interest in ensuring that they are in compliance with the law.”
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Source: Trend Micro
This article first appeared on StartupSmart.
