Ways You Might be Sabotaging Print Security

April 16, 2019 | Advanced Office

Print security isn't an easy thing to achieve, and as a result, many companies can accidentally sabotage themselves without even realizing it. Today, we'll take a look at a few ways you might be causing yourself more headaches--and, even better, we'll help you find solutions.

A Word on Print Security

The truth about print security is that it's never going to be a simple, straightforward goal. Instead, it's something that you have to achieve in your own ways; after all, every company is different, and what works for the competition might not work for you. The good news is that there all kinds of solutions like managed print services to help you find painless ways to boost print security without sacrificing efficiency.

What Not to Do

Are you sabotaging your print security? If you answer yes to any of these questions, then it's time to change up your processes!

  • Do you leave documents unattended?

Unattended documents are a huge security risk. They can get lost or damaged, and might even fall into the wrong hands--so rather than keeping stacks of paper or leaving files on the printer tray, try workflow solutions like document management and follow-you printing.

  • Do you neglect your hard drives?

Today's hard drives store all kinds of data--and if you don't realize this or don't do anything about it, that data becomes a liability. Luckily, all you have to do is use encryption tools and remember to wipe hard drives before getting rid of a machine.

  • Do your stored files have no protection?

File cabinets can be raided and digital documents can be copied--but not if they're under lock and key. Always protect your files, both online and offline, with access control and password protection.

Worried you're sabotaging your print security? Contact us today for help getting back on track!