Yes!  Thank you David - this is what I was looking for!


David Steward wrote:   It is third-party evidence that you are performing a secure service.  Invoices might provide similar value, but the document destruction profession has determined that this is a best practice.  It also puts responsibility, perhaps even liability, on that company to actually ensure the secure destruction of the materials.  An invoice demonstrates a business relationship.  The certificate demonstrates compliance with a written policy.  You have an additional document to demonstrate your compliance.



Now to determine how long to retain them.



Thank you all for your input - I appreciate it.



Jeanne


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