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Parish Morris

Founder & President

Why On-Site Shredding Services Are Vital After Storm Damage: A Lesson from Tropical Storm Helene

Tropical Storm Helene, which recently battered the southeastern U.S., serves as a stark reminder of how powerful storms can disrupt not just physical structures but also business operations. 

Beyond the immediate threats of flooding and power outages, there is a lesser-known risk that storms like Helene can bring: compromised document security.

When a storm like Helene strikes, businesses often face water damage, broken windows, and debris that can scatter sensitive paper documents. This makes on-site shredding services a vital component of post-storm recovery.

The Risk of Storm-Damaged Documents

Storms can severely damage documents, leaving businesses exposed to potential data breaches. Important paperwork may become soaked, torn, or scattered. Once documents are waterlogged or damaged, they may seem useless, but they still contain sensitive information that can be exploited if not handled properly. 

Storms like Helene can leave documents vulnerable to theft during the chaos of cleanups, as unsecured paperwork can end up in the wrong hands.

That’s where Document Security Solutions comes in. We offer on-site shredding services to businesses, ensuring that your sensitive documents are destroyed securely and immediately on your premises. This service minimizes the risks associated with transporting damaged documents to another location for destruction.

Why On-Site Shredding?

1. Convenience and Speed

After a major storm, businesses are often too overwhelmed to focus on document security. On-site shredding ensures that confidential information is destroyed immediately, eliminating the need to wait for transport or drop-off services.

2. Security and Control

By shredding your documents on-site, you maintain complete control over your sensitive information. Our shredding trucks come directly to your location, offering a convenient and secure solution in the aftermath of a storm.

Mobile shredding services, which bring the equipment directly to your site, also fall under this category, providing flexibility and efficiency when time is of the essence.

3. Compliance with Regulations

Many industries, including healthcare and finance, are required to maintain strict data protection protocols. On-site shredding helps ensure compliance with laws like HIPAA or GDPR, even during emergency situations like post-storm recovery.

4. Handling Sensitive Documents Safely After Storms

As seen with Tropical Storm Helene, businesses in Georgia and the Southeast had to quickly respond to storm damage. If your business suffered from waterlogged or destroyed documents, on-site shredding is the fastest and most secure way to dispose of them. 

By eliminating the need to transport damaged documents off-site, the risk of theft or loss is drastically reduced.

Integrating On-Site Shredding into Your Disaster Recovery Plan

One of the best ways to prepare for future storms is by incorporating document destruction into your disaster recovery plan. Document Security Solutions provides an efficient and secure solution for businesses looking to safeguard their confidential information during emergencies.

Our on-site shredding service can be scheduled as part of your post-storm recovery strategy, ensuring that your data is never at risk.

Whether you need ongoing shredding services or a one-time solution after a storm like Helene, Document Security Solutions is here to help secure your business.

By opting for on-site shredding after a storm, you can maintain control of your sensitive information, prevent data breaches, and keep your business compliant with regulations. Don’t wait until after the next storm hits—make document security part of your emergency preparedness plan today.

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Dependable On-Site Scan & Shred, Inc. is a premier paper shredding and hard drive destruction company headquartered in Kennesaw, GA, with staff representatives in Washington, DC.

As a service-disabled veteran-owned small business and SBA Certified 8A Program Participant, they offer document security solutions to commercial and government clients.

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CALIFORNIA

Mailing Address

28039 Scott Road D-239, Murrieta, CA 92563

Phone

(877)-747-3313

GEORGIA

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2105 Barrett Park Dr. NW Ste. 106, Kennesaw, GA 30144

Phone

(470) 682-2010

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M-F: 8am - 4:30pm EST

Brian Huff

Brian Huff

Operations Logistics Division

Brian works in the Operations Logistics Division but is also a secondary contact for Services. He is the primary contact for Total Recall, handheld scanners, and barcoding questions or concerns. Brian also manages daily work orders to maintain operations with our Site Operations Coordinators nationwide. Brian is retired from the United States Air Force with 21 years of service. His time in service was spent mainly managing aircraft maintenance and personnel. He has a meticulous eye for quality and is an experienced supervisor and manager. The knowledge and experience gained from his service has ensured an easy transition into the Document Security Solutions team. I plan to grow within Document Security Solutions and master my craft. I am also looking to further my education in both my professional and personal life.

Andrew Mills

Andrew Mills

TRAINING & COMPLIANCE MANAGER

Andrew is Document Security Solutions Training and Compliance Specialist. Andrew onboards and trains all new employees to the standards of DSS. If required, he submits for a background check for each particular location. He organizes and plans individual and company training to ensure that all is current on all required training and policies for DSS. He meets quarterly with all Contracting Officer Representative (COR) and Privacy Officers at each location to assist in inspections requirements and Finally, Andrew has honorably served in the U. S. Navy as a Radio Teletype Morse Code Operator and currently Serves in the U.S. Army as the Senior Intelligence Analyst for EUCOM JAC HQ as the Training and Operations Non Commissioned Officer In Charge (NCOIC) since May of 2022. Andrew has also served as the Lead Intel All Source Training NCOIC of the Army Reserve Intelligence Service Center at Fort Gillem, Ga. Andrew has a total of 32 years of service.

Randy McGinnis

Randy McGinnis

CONTRACTING MANAGER

Randy has 20 years of experience in the United States Air Force working as a Contracting Officer, Fiscal Budget Planner, Communication Technician, as-well-as leading diverse teams that has provided him with priceless experience in Federal Procurement Strategies that make him an indispensable member of the DSS team.Randy is Document Security Solutions Contract Specialist. Randy develops strategic plans to secure future Government contracts, establishes relationships with Government agencies, and markets our capabilities. Additionally, Randy assists the Capture Team as they source Government contracting opportunities daily establishing contract submission, awards, sources sought, and manage administration to existing contracts.

Lisa Ochoa

Lisa Ochoa

Executive Assistant

Lisa provides executive-level support to the Founder and the Chief Operating Officer. She provides additional support to team members to ensure that company goals and objectives are accomplished and that operations run efficiently. Lisa brings 18 years of office experience that is utilized daily by planning and orchestrating work to ensure that senior executives’ priorities are met, organizational goals are achieved, and best practices are upheld.

Latrice Franklin

Latrice Franklin

Business Development Specialist

Latrice Franklin identifies new business opportunities and clients for Document Security Solutions, while developing long term relationships. She uses her craft to develop marketing and sales strategies to help grow the company’s business. Latrice is responsible for coordinating strategies with operations, marketing, and executives to propose new business ideas that can improve revenue margins.

Serene Obak

Serene Obak

Invoice Billing Clerk

Serene is part of DSS’ Quality Assurance Team. Serene understands the work others in her division do and how it impacts her own, therefore collaborating to achieve business’ quality standards, she recognized it’s a key quality of team effort.

Serene communicates with our Vendors and Subcontractors requesting Invoices, Service Tickets, and Certificates of Destruction be submitted weekly, her process is to review for accuracy, which in turn ensures we all receive prompt payment.

Nicole Rogers

Nicole Rogers

Service Manager

Nicole handles logistical coordination of all company contracts. Nicole’s prior military experience as an intelligence Analyst brings all the skill set needed to successfully maintain numerous government and local contract organizing personnel, schedules, and material.

Norris "Chuck" Thurmond

Norris "Chuck" Thurmond

Operations Team Member

Chuck served as an Operations Specialist in the United States Navy. He developed a passion for managing, training, planning, and organizing from conducting domestic and global operations for 24 years on active duty. While transitioning to the civilian world as a member of Document Security Solutions operation team, Chuck utilizes the skills and experience gained to oversee the day-to-day scheduling of services and the movement of personnel and material for a rapidly growing company.

Robert “Bobby” Warden

Robert “Bobby” Warden

Regional Site Operations Coordinator & Compliance Associate

Bobby is the first Regional Site Operation Coordinator for Document Security Solutions. He oversees the day-to-day operations of the Eastern region. His scope of work includes all things training and compliance working hand in hand with Christal in doing so. Bobby served as an Electronics Technician in the U.S. Navy. He cultivated his leadership and organizational skills by leading thousands of Sailors during his 24 years of active-duty service.

Christal Miller

Christal Miller

Training & Compliance Manager

Christal is the Training and Compliance Manager with employees and contractors. The work encompasses handling employee training, badging, and background checks. The goal is to ensure that Document Security Solutions has the most knowledgeable, diligent, and prepared staff possible. Christal’s 22 years in the United States Navy of training and leading hundreds of sailors, is the source of her acquired knowledge and skill to work everyday with the DSS team.

Jack Mussett

Jack Mussett

Scanning Technician

Jack oversees the scanning department. He applies the best practices to the scanning production process and leverages his skills to help Document Security Solutions expand its service offerings. He brings more than twenty years of corporate experience in the application of document management systems, hybrid systems, and end-user training for the paperless world.

Alisha Carey

Alisha Carey

Contract Administrator

Alisha is Document Security Solutions inside Contract Manager. Alisha received her contract Management certification at the University of California Irvine. She is responsible for all contract submissions, awards, modifications, and contract closeouts. Additionally, she assists in the development of DSS’s procurement strategy plan for both SDVOSB set aside and GSA procurement. Since joining DSS Alisha has helped the company win 23 awards in just under 2.5 years.

Darryn DiSanto

Darryn DiSanto

Capture Manager

Darryn creates strategic plans to secure future government contracts. Darryn builds relationships with government agencies and markets our capabilities. Darryn also leads the Capture Team as they source government contracting opportunities daily. Darryn has 20 years of experience in the United States Air Force working in government acquisition, finance, budget, and accounting as well as leading diverse teams has provided him with keen insights and experience that make him an indispensable member of the DSS team.

Donna-Marie Morris

Donna-Marie Morris

Chief Operating Officer

Donnamarie Morris Chief Operating Officer (COO) Design and implement business strategies, plans, and procedures, set comprehensive goals for performance and growth, and Establish policies that promote company culture and vision. Oversees our outsourced Human Resources and the daily operations of the company and the work of executives!
Donnamarie Morris oversees Compliance, and Training develops compliance processes and procedures and reviews implemented training, reviews company policies, and advises on possible risks.
Donnamarie’, goal as the Chief Operating Officer (COO) is to manage all aspects of the organization’s plans and to cultivate a culture of performance and continuous improvement.

Parish Morris

Parish Morris

Founder & President

Parish served as an Administrative Chief and a Military Recruiter in the United States Marine Corps. He retired after serving twenty faithful and honorable years in the United States Marine Corps. As a civilian, Parish quickly realized that his military skills had prepared him to become a Veteran Entrepreneur. Parish managed to use his leadership skills, professional training, education, and the experiences he had gained from traveling around the world to open a mobile document destruction business in Murrietta, California.

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