How secure shredding protects your data, ensures compliance, and supports sustainability

Companies in Singapore handle large volumes of confidential information every day. While cybersecurity has become a major focus, physical documents remain one of the most common sources of data exposure. Contracts, invoices, HR files, customer forms, medical records, and financial statements all contain information that must be securely protected.

Professional paper shredding can ensure that sensitive documents are destroyed correctly. It reduces the risk of data leaks, supports compliance with Singapore’s Personal Data Protection Act (PDPA), and promotes responsible recycling. The result is a complete, secure, and environmentally conscious way to manage confidential documents.

Secure and Tracked Handling

Professional paper shredding service offers a controlled, monitored, and documented chain of custody from the moment these documents leave your office until they are destroyed.

How it works

Secure Collection
Documents are placed in locked security bins/bags to prevent unauthorised access.

Tracked Transport
GPS monitored vehicles ensure safe movement from your site to the shredding facility.

CCTV Monitoring
Shredding facilities are equipped with 24/7 surveillance for full visibility of the destruction process.

Off-Site Shredding 
Documents are shredded at a secure licensed facility.

This transparency gives management and compliance teams confidence that documents are handled safely at every step.

High Level of Confidential Data Protection

Home and office shredders often cut documents into long strips that can sometimes be reconstructed. Professional shredding uses industrial cross-cut or micro-cut systems that reduce documents into small particles.

  • High Security Cross-Cut Shredding produces particles smaller than 3cm.

  • Complete Destruction of all paper documents, impossible to piece them back.

  • PDPA Compliance for destruction of documents containing personal data.

This ensures that your information cannot be recovered under any circumstances.

Certificate of Destruction for Compliance and Audits

Most organisations today are required to provide documented proof that confidential information is destroyed properly. Professional shredding services include a Certificate of Destruction, an official record that confirms compliance.

Your Certificate Includes:

  • A unique job or batch number

  • Pickup and shredding timestamps

  • Details of shredded paper recycled

  • Digital archiving for audit and compliance checks

This documentation is critical for PDPA compliance and provides legal protection during audits.

Environmentally Responsible Recycling

Professional shredding is not only secure but also sustainable. All shredded paper is sent to licensed recycling partners approved by Singapore’s environmental authorities.

How this helps your organisation

  • Supports Singapore’s Zero Waste Masterplan

  • Reduces landfill usage

  • Converts shredded paper into new paper products

  • Helps companies meet sustainability goals and decrease carbon emissions.

You protect your data and contribute to a greener Singapore at the same time.

Why Leading Companies in Singapore Choose Professional Shredding Service

A wide range of organisations rely on secure shredding due to strict data handling requirements.

Common Users of Professional Shredding Service:

  • Banks and Financial Services

  • Healthcare and Medical Clinics

  • Government Agencies

  • Legal and Accounting Firms

  • Multinational Corporations and SMEs

These organisations handle large amounts of sensitive data and require reliable, compliant, and auditable destruction processes.

6. Professional Shredding vs Doing It Yourself

DIY Shredding Professional Shredding
Lower security, documents may be stored longer Immediate, monitored chain of custody
Time consuming Fast, effective and secure
No formal tracking or logs Full tracking with detailed records
No official proof of destruction Certificate of Destruction provided
Shredded waste may go to normal trash 100 percent recycled responsibly
Staff spend long hours shredding Trained specialists handle entire process

The difference is clear. Professional shredding offers stronger compliance, higher security, and more efficiency at scale.

Why Businesses Choose Arkiva

Arkiva is one of Singapore’s trusted experts in secure document destruction. Companies choose Arkiva because we provide:

Reliable Security

Strict chain-of-custody procedures, trained staff, and monitored destruction.

Full PDPA Compliance

Certificates of Destruction for every shredding job, digital archives, and audit-ready documentation.

Eco-Friendly Disposal

Shredded materials are sent to licensed recycling partners, supporting sustainability goals.

Modern Technology

Cross-cut shredders, secure GPS fleet tracking, and CCTV monitored processing areas.

Most importantly, 5-star Google reviews from genuine clients:

Arkiva’s processes are designed to protect your data while supporting your organisation’s environmental responsibilities.

Conclusion: Protect Your Data with Secure Shredding

Professional shredding is one of the simplest and most effective ways to prevent data leaks, maintain client trust, and meet compliance obligations. It also supports recycling and sustainability efforts across Singapore.

If your organisation handles confidential documents, secure shredding should be part of your standard data protection practices.

Speak to the Data Destruction Experts

Phone: 6871 8789
Email: sales@arkiva.com.sg
Website: arkiva.com.sg