How “green” is your business? As more companies go green, the idea becomes more attractive. In fact, showing that your business cares about the environment helps your customers trust you. Some of the more popular ways to improve your environmental impact is to switch to LED lighting or use biodegradable cleaning products. Additionally, you may…
Storing items in the cloud is becoming increasingly popular. This type of storage puts all the hardware and resource demands on the provider, as well as the security concerns. This leaves the owner with peace of mind. Cloud storage provides potentially unlimited space for the right price, and can offer a variety of…
Large format scanning allows organizations to scan large format papers such as blueprints, storefront signs, artwork, x-rays and maps. Not all businesses require these types of services but many do. If your organization works with large documents, enlist help from a reputable scanning company like Global Document Services. Below we share six ways that our…
Could your medical office run more smoothly? As a healthcare provider, your first job is to serve patient needs. But, you can’t forget that you are also running a business. Part of managing a medical facility is ensuring that all patient documents are handled properly and follow HIPAA laws. Documentation is a large part of…
There was no official memo that went out, but the facts are clear: paper document storage is a thing of the past. More businesses and organizations are transitioning to digital storage solutions because of their security and reliability. Storing documents electronically also helps businesses comply with FATCA and HIPAA laws. Some businesses are still on…
Many people groan at the sound of having another policy in the workplace, but the reality is that policies keep people and information safe. Document retention is a system that automatically determines what should be done with certain files. For example, specific documents may be automatically deleted or archived on a particular time and date….
The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act of 1996 (HIPAA) isn’t the most interesting topic to read about. However, it’s crucial to know the requirements and how they affect your business. If you are found in noncompliance with HIPAA laws, you could be subject to hefty fines, jail time, and a damaged reputation. Like other…
Have you ever seen a document with blacked out information? This is called redaction. It is the process of removing sensitive or personal information from a document so that it can be distributed. Nearly every industry can benefit from this process because sensitive information is all around us. Data ranging from social security numbers, to…
What is HIPAA? HIPAA stands for Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act. The law was passed in 1996 by the United States legislation. It ensures data privacy and other security provisions for protecting medical information. What Does HIPAA Do? HIPAA is responsible for the following: When a person moves from one location to another within…
It’s not just peanut butter and jelly that go together. Scanning and cloud storage also make a great pair. Scanning business documents can reduce paper costs and increase efficiency around the workplace. Storing documents in the cloud offers the same benefits. When the two are combined, the benefits are maximized. Let’s learn more about scanning…