AIT’s Customized Solution Helped The Furniture Exchange Clear Over 1 Million Sq. Ft. Sustainably and Securely
Sustainability & Community Impact
AIT supported TFX’s strict recycling mission by delivering R2-certified e-waste processing and donating reusable office furniture to local communities. This approach reduced landfill waste while advancing TFX’s commitment to environmental responsibility and social good.
Certified Data Destruction Guarantee
AIT securely identified and destroyed all data-bearing devices found in IT equipment, exceeding NIST 800-88 standards. Detailed Certificates of Destruction (CoD) provided audit-ready assurance that sensitive data was fully protected and irrecoverable.
Streamlined Pickup & Logistics
AIT coordinated the end-to-end clearance of over 1 million square feet in a single, efficient operation. Their expert logistics ensured timely, organized removal of all furniture and IT assets, allowing TFX to meet tight project deadlines without sacrificing quality or compliance.
Overview
The Furniture Exchange (TFX), a leading office liquidator, faced the enormous challenge of clearing out 1 million square feet while adhering to their strict recycling mantra. AIT provided a streamlined, all-in-one solution that included comprehensive recycling services, certified data destruction for data storage devices within hardware, and community donations of reusable furniture. The result? A fully compliant, efficient clearance operation that prioritized sustainability and data security.
The Furniture Exchange (TFX) specializes in liquidating office spaces, offering businesses a way to sell, donate, or recycle surplus furniture and equipment. Known for their commitment to sustainable practices, TFX strives to ensure minimal environmental impact during every project. Faced with their largest clearance project to date, clearing out over 1 million square feet of office space, TFX turned to AIT for support.
Client: The Furniture Exchange (TFX)
Location: New Jersey, USA
Services: Full-site clearance, certified data destruction, sustainable recycling, donation logistics
Challenge
The Furniture Exchange (TFX) was presented with its most ambitious project to date: clearing over 1 million square feet of office space while upholding its strict commitment to sustainability and data security. With a massive inventory of furniture and IT equipment to process, the project required tight coordination, fast turnaround, and certified disposal methods. TFX needed a partner who could manage every piece—from physical assets to digital data—without compromising on environmental standards or client trust.
Scale: Clearing 1M+ sq. ft. of assets required industrial-level coordination and logistics.
Sustainability: TFX aimed to reuse or recycle as much material as possible to avoid landfill waste.
Data Security: The project involved sensitive IT hardware that demanded certified destruction to eliminate data risk.
Time Constraints: The project needed to be completed on deadline to avoid operational delays.
Solution
AIT designed and executed a turnkey solution that addressed every one of TFX’s needs at scale. Their experienced operations team led a seamless clearance process, ensuring everything from desks to drives were either responsibly recycled or securely destroyed. Through its R2-certified recycling, community donation coordination, and certified data destruction, AIT delivered a solution that met high compliance standards and aligned perfectly with TFX’s values.
Logistics: AIT managed end-to-end pickups and scheduling to streamline all furniture and equipment removal.
Recycling: All e-waste was processed under R2 standards, ensuring environmental compliance.
Donations: Usable furniture was diverted from landfill and donated to local nonprofits and community groups.
Data Destruction: AIT provided audit-ready documentation, including Certificates of Destruction (CoD) and sustainability impact reports, ensuring transparency and regulatory compliance.