uk.superbrands.com Superbrands UK Vol. 24 Market Shred-it is one of the world’s leading information security companies, providing nationwide coverage. For more than 35 years, it has partnered with businesses and consumers to help mitigate the ongoing threats and risks of workplace privacy breaches and protect what matters. Due to strict, sector-based data compliance standards, GDPR and evolving regulatory guidance around the handling, storing and protection of EU and UK citizens’ personal data, there’s never been a more important time to protect sensitive information. This is where wider awareness of the security risks associated with a data breach and the impact of confidential data getting into the wrong hands, can have far reaching implications. Alongside business disruption, a data breach could reduce customer confidence, cause reputational harm and affect customer acquisition and retention. Delaying the destruction of unneeded documentation, hanging on to papers and storing them in perpetuity or disposing of papers in recycling bins may leave a business at risk to data breaches and monetary penalties. This reinforces the need to view information assets as critical infrastructure. In addition, workplace recycling laws are changing, with the new rules aimed at promoting a zero waste, circular economy. By using proprietary technologies, a seven-point scanning process and the recycling of all shredded paper, Shred-it provides a secure, sustainable service. Achievements Shred-it is a registered waste carrier and a member of iSIGMA. It holds ISO 9001 certification for quality management, ISO 14001 for environmental management, EN 15713, Fleet Operator Recognition Scheme accreditation and is certified by the British Security Industry Association. The company keeps confidential information protected every step of the way, through a secure chain of custody and standard Data Processing Agreement (DPA). Together, they set out the basis on which the company provides its services and where relevant, processes data on behalf of its customers. Shred-it’s six-step process starts with fully trained and background checked security representatives collecting tamper-proof containers; through transportation using a three-point secure chain of custody and GPS tracked vehicles; to industrial-grade, cross-cut shredders that transform paper documents into small, confetti-like pieces which cannot be reconstructed; and a Certification of Destruction after every service that illustrates how Shred-it has effectively, securely and sustainably disposed of that company’s confidential information. History Shred-it was founded in 1988. In 2014, the company merged with Cintas Document Shredding operating under the Shred-it brand. The following year it was acquired by Stericycle and became a wholly owned subsidiary. In November 2024, Shred-it became part of WM, North America’s leading provider of comprehensive environmental solutions. Shred-it now operates in nine countries, servicing thousands of customers’ secure destruction needs across Europe and North America. Product Since its founding, Shred-it’s document destruction services are now the trusted choice of small businesses, large organisations and consumers worldwide. Cross cut shredding is recognised by the Information Commissioner’s
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