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Canadian Firms Lead In Telework, Lag In Mobility

Wednesday, May 13, 2009 - CAN (EN)

Telecommuting has risen sharply in Canada and wireless devices are changing the way workers communicate. But if you thought these trends have made Canadian firms savvier in the area of "mobility" ... think again. A new survey shows Canadian companies are deceiving themselves if they believe they have an effective mobility strategy.

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Shredding Away Worries

Wednesday, May 13, 2009 - US, CAN (EN), UK

Several Miramichiers gave their tabletop paper shredders a rest this weekend and turned to some big blades. The Community Business Development Corporation together in conjunction with Securit, hosted a free community shredding day Saturday morning in the Rodd parking lot.

Shred-it/Securit Asks, How Secure Is Your Company Information?

Monday, May 11, 2009 - US, CAN (EN), UK

According to the Ottawa Police, fraud is on the rise in the National Capital Region. Last year, more than 3,300 fraud cases were reported, with the number one scam involving identify theft and theft of customer information. The Consumers Measures Committee reports that "Inside jobs" are on the rise as thieves increasingly steal clients' personal information from within organizations.

Companies Scramble To Comply With ID Theft Law

Friday, May 1, 2009 - US, CAN (EN), UK

Ted Davis is ready for the Red Flags Rules. His inch-thick identity theft prevention plan is typed and distributed. Locked Shred-It boxes have been deployed throughout the Parker Johnstone Wilsonville Honda offices. Employees have endured hours of training. When the final provisions of the Fair and Accurate Credit Transaction Act known as the FACT Act -go into effect on May 1, Davis, general manager of the dealership, is determined to be in compliance.

Identity Theft Goes Beyond Personal

Tuesday, April 28, 2009 - US, CAN (EN), UK

Corporations are being targeted by would-be thieves as they look for information about its payroll or clients. Individuals aren’t the only ones who can fall victim to identity theft. Companies of all sizes are falling victim to fraud and identity theft, said Rob Warshauer, CEO of Securit, a firm that safeguards confidential records.

You Can Build A New Identity

Friday, April 10, 2009 - US, CAN (EN), UK

Medical identity theft is a growing issue in North America and growing even larger in a recession where pinching pennies can mean pinching someone else’s identity to get access to health care services, prescription drugs, elective surgery and dental care.

‘Securing the Future’ is an informational e-newsletter focused on the issues of security, privacy and compliance, and how they affect your organization and your customers.