- Take inventory of the make, models and ages of the equipment you would like to recycle. Include serial numbers in your inventory, since you’ll need that for documentation purposes.
- If the computers you want to recycle are relatively new, their value is obviously higher than if you are recycling computers that have been stored in a warehouse for a decade or more.
- While OceanTech will take older computers, the fees for recycling are charged per pound. On an older computer, the value of the machine may not be high enough to offset the cost of recycling. While that does not diminish the value of computer recycling services, it’s important to know that value is not always possible.
- You will want to look for a company that is able return value by resale, versus one that is recycling for metals, parts or scrap. In the Twin Cities, OceanTech is one of the few electronics recycling companies that recycles for resale. As a result, they place the value of your used computers at a much higher rate.
- When dealing with data security, OceanTech is able to handle any needs you may have. Handing over sensitive company information stored on used computers and drives can be a worrisome task. Making sure the company you use is able to securely destroy all data is a must, which OceanTech is able to do efficiently.
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.