Our data centre decommissioning services are designed to provide peace of mind and significant return on investment by securely and efficiently managing the dismantling and disposal of your IT infrastructure. We focus on minimising disruptions to your ongoing operations and ensuring that all activities are compliant with Australian environmental standards and data protection laws.

Here’s a simplified breakdown of the key steps involved in data centre decommissioning:

1. Planning and Assessment

• Conduct a thorough assessment of the data centre facilities and inventory.
• Create a detailed plan that includes timelines, resources, and specific actions for each phase.

2. Deinstallation of Equipment

• Safely power down and disconnect all hardware.
• Remove all racks, servers, and associated networking equipment.

3. Data Destruction

• Securely wipe or physically destroy data storage devices to prevent data leakage.
• Ensure all data destruction methods comply with legal and industry standards.

4. Asset Recovery

• Identify reusable or resellable equipment.
• Catalogue and prepare these assets for sale or donation.

5. Recycling and Waste Disposal

• Sort all non-reusable materials for recycling.
• Dispose of waste according to environmental regulations.

6. Final Inspection and Documentation

• Conduct a final sweep of the premises to ensure all items are accounted for.
• Document the decommissioning process for compliance and auditing purposes.