A combination of (Vacuum or Tape) + side clamps is what I have found works for me. The side clamps don't need to be anything special, a slotted clamp and a bolt is all you need to simply press the clamp against the side of the material and lock it down with the bolt on two sides to force the material against your stops or if you are not using stops use two clamps on all four sides. This way you are assured the material will not move sideways during a cut. I find it also handy to produce your toolpath in such a way that it leaves the job attached to the main material. You then simply knock it out after completion.
Hope this helps 
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