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    Summer Clearance Event

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    Incredible summer deals happening this week at MyBinding.com

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    Valid only on new orders through MyBinding.com. Discount is good up to a maximum amount of $50 per order. Cannot be combined with other offers, deals, or coupons and does not apply to shipping costs, additional warranties, or taxes. Free Shipping, where applicable, excludes truck and International shipping, applies to economy shipping, and only towards Continental USA orders. Coupons must be applied at time of purchase. Quantities subject to stock on hand.  We reserve the rights to limit quantities. Expires 8/8/16 or when supplies are gone, whichever is first.

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    MyBinding’s entire site is on sale! Take twelve percent off your order with coupon code “JULY12” for the rest of this month. Keep in mind that all orders over $75 qualify for free ground shipping.

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    Are You FACTA-Compliant?

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    If you’re like the average American, chances are you’ve heard about identity theft. Perhaps you’ve read about it online or heard about it from a friend. Or maybe you’ve even been a victim of it. Whatever your situation may be, it’s well-known that identity theft is a terrible, traumatizing crime and that you need to protect yourself from it. If you run any type of business, it’s now important for you to protect the identities and private information of your customers and employees as well. That’s because of the Fair and Accurate Credit Transaction Act of 2003 (FACTA).

    FACTA is a set of federal rules and regulations that require business owners and employers to carefully destroy any unneeded documents containing customer and employee information. This information includes names, contact information, Social Security numbers, financial history, and so on. For every employee, customer, and client you have, you need to safely dispose of this information whether it’s on paper or stored on a CD, floppy disk, etc. This applies to every business from busy parents who hire a nanny for their child to local mom-and-pop retailers all the way up to the most powerful law firms and largest corporations. Some of the documentation you need to properly dispose of include credit reports, medical records, employment applications and histories, and financial documents.

    Not complying with FACTA will get you in bring trouble. You could get sued by customers and former employees which can be embarrassing and detrimental to your reputation. There are also stiff fines you may have to pay: state fines can cost up to $1,000.00 while each federal violation could cost you as much as $2,500.00.

    The good news is that you can make yourself and your business FACTA-compliant by using paper shredders. These machines will properly destroy the documents so that all of that private information won’t become public knowledge. Paper shredders are available in many different sizes. Some are small enough to fit under desks and there are also larger ones that can be shared among multiple people. It would be a good idea to use a high-security cross-cut shredder such as the ones made by manufacturers such as Fellowes, Dahle, MBM, and Formax. For example, there’s the Fellowes Powershred HS-880 which has a Level 6 security rating (Level 6 is the highest rating) and can shred up to 8 sheets of paper per pass. If you’re in need of something that can destroy paper and electronic media, you can’t go wrong with a machine like the GBC Shredmaster GLHS930. It has a Level 5 rating and it can destroy CD’s and DVD’s along with paper. There are a lot of high-security shredders on the market, so you’re bound to find one that’s perfect for your needs.

    Being FACTA-compliant is something you need to do to protect your customers, clients, and your business so buy a paper shredder today. It will be one of the best investments you’ll ever make.

    Three Office Devices Every Administrative Assistant Needs

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    mbm-87m-sm13Being an administrative assistant is hard work but the right office machines and supplies can make your job a lot easier. From computers to staplers, paper shredders to letter openers, the right equipment is essential. Thus, here are three office devices that every administrative assistant needs to make his or her day a little easier. Check them out….

    1. The Martin Yale 1624 Letter Opener. First on our list is the 1624, which is a handheld letter opener from Martin Yale. This device is small enough to fit in your desk drawer while still being powerful enough to open an envelope in just a few seconds. It’s powered by 4 AA batteries but is incredibly lightweight so using it is a comfortable experience even when you’re opening a lot of envelopes. This opener’s blades are totally enclosed so you’ll never have to worry about cutting yourself. Also, this letter opener comes with a one-year warranty.
    2. The Techko LF282N Paper Folder. Even though e-mail is now commonly used by just about everyone, there are still times when correspondence needs to be sent through the old-fashioned kind of mail. That’s where a paper folder like the Techko LF282N can come in handy. This machine can fold up to 5 sheets of paper at a time and it’s compatible with both letter- and A4-sized paper. When you use this device, your documents will come out of it perfectly folded so you can pop them into envelopes and move on to something else. Also, the LF282N is small enough to fit on your desk so you can always have easy access to it. Like the 1624 letter opener, it’s backed by a a one-year warranty.
    3. The GBC Shredmaster GDX1813 Cross-Cut Paper Shredder. Finally, every administrative assistant needs to have access a high-quality paper shredder. A particularly good one is the GBC Shredmaster GDX1813, a cross-cut machine that offers Level 3 security. This device can shred up to 18 sheets at a time and it will even destroy CD’s, credit cards, and document fasteners. It’s even equipped with a JamFree technology so you can shred a great deal without having to deal with a paper jam. (This technology will let you know if you’re trying to shred too much at once. You’ll then have a change to remove the materials to prevent a jam.) Since the GDX1813 has a large 13-gallon wastebasket, this would be a good machine for a shared work area. This is a very durable machine that comes with 2-year warranty on parts and labor while the cutting mechanism is covered for 20 years.

    All three of these devices can help make your job as an administrative assistant much easier. The letter opener and paper folder make it easy to process both incoming and outgoing mail so you can spend time on more important matters. The paper shredder will enable you to get rid of unwanted documents and keep your employer’s information private. See if you can get these products for your office to make your job easier.

    Five Creative Uses for Shredded Paper

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    Shredder-bagShredding paper has become common in both the home and the workplace ever since identity theft started occurring at a startling pace. (Paper shredders are also more affordable than ever before.) Whether you shred just occasionally (say, to get rid of unsolicited credit card offers) or you shred a high volume of paper on a daily basis, there’s always the question of what to do with your shreds. Here’s a few ideas for you.

    1.) Recycling. If nothing else, you can always recycle your shreds. In fact, you should do this as opposed to throwing them in the trash. This prevents the landfills from getting even fuller and it helps save trees. Recycling is easy so you can take care of it quickly and then be done with it. Alternatively, you could compost the shreds if you prefer.
    2.) Starting fires. You can definitely use your shreds to help start a fire whether you’re at home or out in the woods. This is a great alternative to newspaper and lighter fluid since you won’t have to pay for the shreds and you need to get rid of them anyway. (Just be careful when starting your fire!)
    3.) Packing material. Shipping costs are always on the rise. Whether it’s stamps, boxing, or packing materials, these supplies get even more expensive with each passing year. But if you have a paper shredder, you can cut down on your costs by using your shreds as packing material. Just save the bits after you empty your machine’s waste bin and you’ll have something with which you can line your boxes. (This is especially true if you shred a lot of paper regularly.) If you have a cardboard shredder, you can also use that material when preparing your shipments.
    4.) Gift bags. Do you have a bunch of newspapers or magazines you want to get rid of? If so, you should run them through your shredder so you can use them in gift bags. This is a great, cost-effective alternative to commercial filler and the recipient of your gift will be impressed with your ingenuity.
    5.) Pet supplies. Pets enrich many people’s lives and if you have some of your own, your shreds can come in handy. For one thing, you can place some in your pocket pet’s cage so your critter can make a comfy nest out of it. You could also use the shreds to fill up a larger bed for your dog or cat. When you need to wash the cover, you can recycle the shreds and stuff new ones in after the cover has dried. (This will cut down on smells and give you a use for your new shreds.) Also, you might want to consider using your shreds in your cat’s litter box. That way, you can save money on kitty litter and your pet can remain comfortable. (Clay litter is tough on a cat’s paws and can cause problems if your pet has recently been declawed.)

    Shredding your paper can not only protect your identity, it can provide you with enough material for a variety of other uses from protecting items during shipping to making your pet happy. Shred your documents today with a high-security shredder so you can stay safe and get more use out of them.