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So you just completed a big data center migration project and now your applications and data are up and running in the cloud. Now, what are you going to do with the leftover equipment, software and data?

Cloud computing providers sometimes pretend migrations are simple, but experts will tell you that the process requires significant planning, documentation and testing. One important component of the process is a secure IT Asset Disposition (ITAD) plan.

There are several ways to handle end-of-life assets. Some equipment may be suitable for internal redeployment. Some may be resold on the used equipment market. Some may be disposed of or donated. Still others may be retained just in case the migration was unsuccessful.

Regardless of the choices you make, you need oversight, documentation and verification of the status of all affected assets. Here is one of the many factors to consider:

Sensitive data may still exist on servers and back-up tapes. This data must be thoroughly sanitized and the erasure must be verified, even if the server is to be redeployed internally.  Simply formatting hard drives does not delete the data. Professional ITAD vendors have the equipment and software necessary to wipe that storage media completely.

Cloud migration, like any other IT project, is all about attention to detail. The skills and experience of a professional ITAD firm can help you enjoy the benefits of your new cloud home sooner. OceanTech follows a strict process to ensure data security and complete risk mitigation is achieved and we GUARANTEE that all regulatory/industry compliance requirements are met.

Effective ITAD strategies for Data Centers

Effective ITAD strategies for Data Centers

In the ever-evolving landscape of data management, businesses frequently encounter the need to retire their data center hardware. Such scenarios often arise when companies decide to shut down all or part of a data center operation. The process of decommissioning a data center is riddled with logistical intricacies, and among these, planning for the disposition of retired assets stands out as a crucial aspect. The dismantling of data center equipment without a well-thought-out strategy for reuse, remarketing, or secure disposal can lead to a host of problems.

Enhance Risk Management with ITAD

Enhance Risk Management with ITAD

Organizations are rapidly transitioning their communication systems, data storage infrastructure, and administrative functions to the digital realm, all in pursuit of maintaining a competitive edge. However, this shift toward a technologically advanced world exposes companies to higher risks of cybersecurity threats and data breaches. In essence, your business’s sensitive data is vulnerable at any given moment. Therefore, a well-rounded risk management strategy must include a robust ITAD plan to mitigate your company’s overall risk.

Enhancing Data Center Sustainability Through ITAD

Enhancing Data Center Sustainability Through ITAD

In the rapidly evolving landscape of data center operations, sustainability has emerged as a paramount concern. One of the linchpins of this sustainability drive within data centers is the practice of IT Asset Disposition (ITAD), a multifaceted process that plays a pivotal role in ensuring both ecological responsibility and data security.

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