There have always been guidance and rules around how businesses should dispose of their sensitive waste, and despite many firms being digital-first operations, thousands of tonnes of paper records, personnel files and contracts are printed, signed, stored, and then need to be disposed of every single year.
With the introduction of GDPR and the increasing capabilities of fraudsters, businesses know this is one area where they cannot take a risk. Get confidential waste disposal right, as the ramifications of getting it wrong (and getting caught out) can be severe.
Businesses across the UK, including the South West and Devon, are increasingly looking for convenient and compliant ways to destroy this type of waste, and on-site mobile shredding is becoming increasingly popular as a result.
1. Ensuring legal compliance
Non-compliance with data protection laws can lead to hefty fines, legal action, and severe damage to a company’s reputation.
Mobile paper shredding services are designed to meet all relevant regulations, including GDPR, by providing a secure and reliable method of document destruction. By choosing on-site shredding, businesses can be confident that their confidential waste is being disposed of in a manner that fully complies with the law.
2. A shorter chain of custody
One of the most significant advantages of mobile shredding is the reduction in the chain of custody. With traditional off-site shredding services, documents are often transported to a separate location before being destroyed, and are handled by more people along the way.
This transportation introduces potential security risks, as sensitive documents could be misplaced, lost, or tampered with during the process. Mobile shredding eliminates this concern by shredding documents on-site, ensuring that confidential information never leaves the premises and is destroyed immediately.
3. Peace of mind through witnessed destruction
For many businesses, the ability to witness the destruction of their documents is a crucial factor in choosing a shredding service. Mobile shredding allows companies to watch the shredding process as it happens, and know that those documents never left site during the process.
Knowing that their sensitive information is being destroyed right before their eyes ensures that there is no possibility of data falling into the wrong hands. This transparency is particularly important for businesses handling highly confidential or sensitive information.
4. Time and resource efficiency
Managing confidential waste in-house can be a time-consuming and resource-intensive task. Employees must spend valuable time manually shredding documents, and businesses must invest in and maintain shredding equipment.
Mobile shredding services free up these resources by handling the entire process, from collection to destruction, on-site. This saves time and allows employees to focus on their core responsibilities, boosting overall productivity.
5. Environmental responsibility
In addition to security and efficiency, many businesses are focused on their environmental impact. Mobile paper shredding services ensure that shredded paper is recycled responsibly. In fact, every ton of paper recycled saves 17 trees, 3 cubic yards of landfill, and 7,000 gallons of water!
Businesses can maintain their commitment to sustainability while securely disposing of their confidential waste. Choosing a service that prioritises environmentally friendly practices helps companies reduce their carbon footprint and contribute to a greener future.
Get in touch with DCW for a mobile shredding quote today
For businesses in Devon looking for a secure, efficient, and environmentally responsible way to dispose of their confidential waste, our mobile paper shredding service is the ideal solution.
With a commitment to legal compliance, security, and sustainability, DCW provides a convenient on-site shredding service that gives you peace of mind. Contact our friendly team today for a quote and ensure your sensitive documents are disposed of safely and securely.