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Parish Morris

Founder & President

Understanding the Importance of Secure Shredding

Secure shredding plays a key role in protecting sensitive information and preventing identity theft. We must be aware of how securely shredding our documents helps in complying with regulations.

Protecting Sensitive Information

We handle a variety of confidential information daily, such as personal addresses, financial records, and more. Properly shredding these documents keeps them from falling into the wrong hands. Using a secure shredding service ensures our sensitive documents are destroyed completely. This provides peace of mind that our information is safe and inaccessible. Security measures like locked bins for collecting papers further enhance protection.

Preventing Data Breaches and Identity Theft

Identity theft and data breaches happen when confidential information is improperly disposed of. These incidents can lead to significant financial and reputational harm.

Secure shredding prevents this by ensuring documents are destroyed and unreadable. We reduce the chances of identity theft and data breaches by using these services, as they adhere to strict security protocols. Trustworthy providers use techniques like cross-cut shredding that makes document reconstruction impossible.

Ensuring Compliance with Regulations

Various laws and regulations, such as HIPAA, mandate the safe disposal of sensitive information. Businesses must comply with these to avoid penalties.

We ensure compliance by using secure shredding services that are familiar with relevant regulations. These services understand the importance of adhering to privacy protection laws and help us meet regulatory standards. Documentation certifying proper disposal is often provided, proving compliance.

Evaluating Certifications for Shredding Providers

When looking for a secure shredding provider, checking their certifications is essential. These certifications signal a commitment to data security and regulatory compliance. Understanding the nuances of these credentials, like the NAID AAA Certification, helps us make informed decisions.

Significance of NAID AAA Certification

The NAID AAA Certification stands out as a benchmark in the shredding industry. This certification ensures that providers meet strict standards for data destruction and secure destruction. By choosing a NAID AAA-certified provider, we can trust that the shredding service adheres to the highest protocols for protecting sensitive information.

To achieve this certification, shredding providers go through regular audits and unannounced inspections. These evaluations cover various aspects such as operational security, employee hiring practices, and insurance coverage.

Ensuring compliance in these areas helps prevent breaches and mismanagement of confidential data. NAID AAA Certification is recognized globally and provides peace of mind, knowing our documents are handled with care and precision.

Additional Certifications and Compliance Standards

In addition to NAID AAA, other certifications and compliance standards also play crucial roles. Some providers might hold certifications for environmental standards, like ISO 14001, which focuses on sustainability. Others may comply with industry-specific regulations like HIPAA for healthcare or FACTA for finance.

These extra certifications enhance a shredding provider’s credibility. They demonstrate a commitment to not only secure destruction but also to broader aspects of regulatory compliance and business ethics. Knowing our shredding provider meets various compliance requirements reassures us that they follow the best practices in data protection.

Analyzing Operational and Sustainability Factors

Choosing a secure shredding provider involves reviewing their operational practices and sustainability initiatives. We need to ensure they have a strong chain of custody, offer convenient services, and demonstrate a commitment to environmental responsibility.

Secure Destruction and Chain of Custody

Secure destruction is vital for protecting confidential documents. We assess a shredding provider by their chain of custody, which tracks documents from collection to destruction. It’s crucial for the shredding company to maintain a secure chain of custody through each step of the destruction process.

Professional shredding services often provide insured and bonded employees to handle sensitive materials. We recommend checking reviews to understand their reputation for security and reliability. Scheduled shredding options, like on-site and off-site shredding, add another layer of security to our information destruction needs.

Convenience and Range of Services

The convenience of shredding services is essential. We look for providers offering a wide range of options, such as one-time shredding, scheduled services, and secure document shredding. On-site shredding allows us to witness the destruction process, while off-site shredding might be more cost-effective.

It’s important that shredding providers also offer electronics recycling and hard drive destruction. These services ensure all physical and electronic data are disposed of securely, preventing unauthorized access to sensitive information. Customer reviews can provide insights into the convenience and effectiveness of the shredding services offered.

Commitment to Environmental Responsibility

Environmental responsibility is a key factor in choosing a shredding provider. We assess their commitment to sustainability through practices like recycling shredded materials. This reduces the environmental impact of the disposal process and supports our own sustainability goals.

Providers that prioritize environmental responsibility often contribute positively to their reputation. By choosing providers that have document disposal practices focused on reducing waste and supporting recycling efforts, we contribute to a healthier planet.

A shredding company’s track record and certifications in environmental sustainability often demonstrate their dedication to responsible business practices.

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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

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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