Before the dawn of the computer, businesses all over the world relied solely on secretaries and filing clerks to manage and organise hard-copy documents. Not only was this incredibly time-consuming, especially if the filing system was not quite up to scratch, but it also meant that there was a possibility for important documents to be […]
Back in the day, file storage was an easy and straightforward process. However, business in general was also rather one-dimensional. Nowadays, with larger businesses, more in-depth information, higher tech tools and multi-faceted departments, document file storage is a little bit more complex. In an effort to streamline business operations, the practice of data scanning and […]
By relying on document storage companies for safe and secure offsite document storage, you are ensuring the longevity of your business. Many of these companies offer confidential vault options, which further add to the overall security of your documents. Here are five benefits of this kind of offsite document storage: With secure offsite document storage services […]
Responsible document destruction is as important a part of your business as any other aspect. It is the final step of the document lifecycle that needs to be carried out with care from start to finish. These days, basic document shredding simply isn’t enough, especially when it comes to confidential documents that you do not […]
“Flextime” and working remotely is becoming the norm. Many people however, struggle to stay ‘up to speed’ with the comings and goings at the office because access to paper-based information can be cumbersome. Electronic document management however, is a great solution to this problem. Working from home provides a great deal of flexibility and significantly decreases […]
As the owner or HR representative of a business, it is of utmost importance that all documents pertaining to employees are kept confidential. A dynamic document management system is the ideal way to keep information safe. Follow these tips to ensure reliable confidentiality for everyone on your team. Document management is extremely important when it comes to […]
Everyone knows that investing in security is essential in South Africa. But how safe are your business documents? Can your business survive without those contracts if your offices got damaged by fire? And how do you go about making sure that your documents are filed properly and easy to access? Your company’s documents are extremely […]
Once your documents have reached the end of their lifecycle and it is time to get rid of them, it seems pretty easy to simply tear them up and throw them in the bin, right? While this is certainly a quick and convenient option, it is far from being a safe one! These days, it […]
The digital age means that you no longer have to stay buried beneath a pile of paperwork. A lot of documents are created and stored on computers, which obviously has its benefits. However, as a business owner you may find that you still have hundreds of file cabinets filled to the brim with documentation. Or […]
It is quite easy to make a copy of all your files and to keep them on hand, in the case of an emergency. But, what if the emergency somehow ends up destroying your backup files? With offsite document storage, regardless of what happens, whether it be theft or damage to your records, you will […]
