A cornerstone of a successful business is built on information. In the digital age, data centers are the primary storage method for exponential amounts of data, making them one of the most important components of an enterprise. Data centers are the central hub for all enterprise and employee data, and decommissioning can be tedious. There are many things to consider when retiring equipment, such as data centers, data security, secure transport if relocation is needed, and a disposition method that won’t harm the environment. ITAD providers are a one stop solution for all data center services, with offers like data destruction to mitigate data leaks, decommissioning, relocation, reverse logistics, and electronics recycling.
Decommissioning involves assessment, dismantling, and disposition, and tracking down vendors for every step can become a nightmare. Partnering with an ITAD provider like HOBI will save budget funds, time and energy by using one vendor who provides a range of data center services.
Data Erasure for Decommissioning
Data security is critical when retiring IT assets, and data centers are the most important aspect to consider when protecting data. Data remains on IT hardware until it is properly sanitized, leaving large amounts of data vulnerable after retirement. Data erasure is an ITAD service that ensures no data leaks will occur during the disposition process. HOBI uses an internally developed data erasure software, the HOBI Shield, that completely erases data from a device. Any devices that cannot be erased are destroyed via shredding technology to prevent further data leaks. HOBI also offers a meticulous decommissioning process that ensures your data center assets’ safe, secure, and environmentally responsible dismantling. Our team adheres to the most stringent data security protocols, compliant with NIST 800-88 standards, throughout the entire lifecycle of your IT assets.
Data security doesn’t stop at erasure. During disposition, IT assets are just as vulnerable in storage as they would be on the streets, and ITAD providers take extra precautions to ensure the safety of clients’ assets with external protection like cameras and padlocked cages.
Relocation with Customized Reverse Logistics
Data center transportation is often an afterthought, especially when retired assets are out of sight. However, data center relocation can be crucial in protecting data and assets. During transport, anything from data theft, asset damage, or stolen assets can occur, and a safe, secure logistics plan should be a top priority in ensuring IT assets make it from one place to another without incident. ITAD providers offer reverse logistic solutions to help ease the burden of asset relocation, including data centers. HOBI provides specialized Data Center Relocation solutions with an understanding of moving data center assets’ critical nature and complexities. We offer a seamless, secure, and efficient relocation process tailored to your requirements.
Electronics Recycling
E-recycling is the only disposition method that mitigates any environmental liabilities while disposing of hazardous e-waste, and ITAD providers offer a range of IT asset management and disposition services that prioritize environmental protection and materials recovery.
For more information about our data center services or our other ITAD services, call 817-814-2620, or contact HOBI at sales@hobi.com.