Decommissioning

Data center decommissioning involves disposing of an organization’s data center infrastructure in a way that eliminates all possible risk of digital data falling into the wrong hands.

GRKMS is a foremost player in serving companies to manage ongoing technology shifts in data centers. Since data security is of utmost importance, it should never be taken lightly. Depending upon the size and complexity of your data center, the process may include:

• Removal of servers, computers, switches, UPS, generators, and accessories.
• Disposal of old storage devices such as hard drives, CDs, and DVDs.
• Secure disposal of hazardous waste materials.
• Demolition of data center sites and waste materials.
• Liquidation of unwanted assets.
• Recycling of material

Types of Data Center Decommissioning Projects:

• Staged Decommissioning of Older Equipment: Our on-site team removes servers, server racks, pulls hard drives, and assembles this equipment for transport and final processing. This includes:
  • Decommissioning servers and racks.
  • Removing and destroying hard drives.
  • Reconciling the inventory with the provided client list.
  • Offering resell and recycling services for server racks and computer equipment.
• Decommissioning/Shut Down of Stand-Alone Corporate Data Centers
• Cage Clean-Outs at Co-Located Sites
• On-Site Data Destruction Services: Including erasure, degaussing, and bulk hard drive shredding projects.