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Data Center Decommissioning for Enterprises Nationwide
AIT provides end-to-end data center decommissioning services for enterprises retiring, relocating, consolidating, or upgrading critical infrastructure. From de-racking, packing and palletizing materials to certified data destruction, IT asset remarketing and hardware recycling we help you eliminate sensitive data, maintain compliance with environmental compliance standards, and complete every decom process with full chain-of-custody documentation and confidence.
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Audit-Ready Documentation
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Why AIT
Why Choose AIT
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Certified Data Destruction
We destroy data-bearing devices in compliance with NIST SP 800-88, IEEE 2883-2022, NAID AAA and DoD 5220.22-M standards. Every hardware decommissioning project includes full chain-of-custody documentation and a Certificate of Destruction for audi-ready support.
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Complete De-Racking and Infrastructure Removal
Our team handles de-racking, uncabling, packing, palletizing, and removal of servers, storage arrays, switches, racks, and related infrastructure. Whether you need support for a closure, upgrade, or data center relocation, we help clear your site with minimal disruption.
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IT Asset Disposition and Value Recovery
With your approval, reusable hardware is evaluated through our ITAD process for refurbishing and resale. This helps you recover value during your decom process while keeping retired equipment out of the waste stream.
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Secure Logistics Nationwide
From single-site shutdowns to nationwide, multi-location projects, our white-glove logistics team provides secure pickup, GPS-tracked transportation, serialized asset tracking, and a documented chain of custody across the continental US.
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Sustainable Data Center Equipment Recycling
Equipment that cannot be reused is recycled through our R2-compliant, vetted downstream recyclers to support ESG goals, prevent landfill waste, and recover valuable materials such as metal and glass for reuse in new manufacturing.
Focus Areas
Everything You Need for a Secure Decom Process
Data Center De-Racking
Professional removal of servers, racks, cabling, and network equipment as part of a secure and efficient hardware decommissioning plan.
On-Site and Off-Site Data Destruction
Flexible destruction options based on your security, timing, and compliance needs.
Serialized Asset Tracking
Detailed inventory management for complete visibility and accountability throughout the decom process.
IT Asset Disposition (ITAD)
With your approval: Refurbishing, resale, and value recovery for eligible IT assets.
Compliance Reporting
Certificates of Destruction, Certificates of Recycling, and custom audit-ready reports for regulated enterprise audits.
Data Center Equipment Recycling
Responsible recycling aligned with R2v3 and environmental best practices for obsolete servers, storage, and networking gear.
Client testimonial
“AIT made what seemed like a massive undertaking feel seamless. Their team handled every detail – from secure data destruction to the eco-friendly recycling of over 200 server racks – with professionalism and precision. Thanks to their work, we improved our sustainability metrics and reclaimed valuable space in our data center.”
Nicholas Bishop, Senior Project Manager at Synchronoss
Certifications & Standards
AIT is the Certified and Secure Choice for Commercial Decommissioning Services
R2v3 Compliant Recycling Partners
Our vetted downstream recycling partners recycle e-waste in ways that support environmental compliance standards and landfill diversion.
NAID AAA Certified
Processes for secure data destruction and handling that support enterprise compliance requirements.
NIST SP 800-88
Industry-recognized guidance for secure media sanitization and data destruction.
DoD 5220.22-M
Trusted destruction standards for highly sensitive data-bearing devices.
IEEE 2883-2022
Modern best practices for sanitization of storage media.
Chain of Custody
End-to-end documentation from pickup through final processing.
Certificate of Destruction & Recycling
Audit-ready Certificate of Destruction, Certificate of Recycling and e-waste report to support legal, regulatory, and internal compliance requirements.
How it Works
From Request to Final Documentation in 5 Simple Steps
We make enterprise hardware decommissioning and data center consolidation easier to plan, manage, and complete.
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Request a Quote
Share your project scope, site details, rough hardware estimate, and timeline. AIT provides a tailored service quote built around your security, logistics, and compliance requirements.
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Schedule Service
Our team coordinates pickup, on-site labor, logistics, and any required destruction services based on your facility needs. We support shutdowns, refreshes, data center relocation services, and multi-site consolidation projects.
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De-Rack and Inventory Assets
We de-rack equipment, disconnect hardware, pack, wrap and palletize materials, and scan serialized assets when requested for complete asset tracking and security throughout the decom process.
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Destroy Data and Process Assets
Data-bearing devices are securely destroyed to top industry standards. Once all data storage devices are destroyed, and wiith your approval, reusable equipment is refurbished and enters the ITAD stream, while non-recoverable materials are recycled.
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Receive Documentation
You receive Certificates of Destruction, Certificates of Recycling, and detailed reporting for audit and compliance purposes.
Industry Experts
Built for High-Stakes Data Center Projects
Shutting down or relocating a data center requires more than moving hardware and transportation. You need a partner that understands compliance risk, data security, equipment handling, and environmental responsibility. AIT delivers complete commercial decommissioning services that helps your team stay secure, organized, and on schedule.
Whether you are closing one server room, planning a full data center consolidation, or managing a complex relocation, we provide the expertise, documentation, and logistics support to move the project forward with confidence.
Receive Your Free Hardware Decommissioning Consultation Today
Protect your data, simplify your decom process, and ensure every asset is handled the right way. Contact AIT today to receive a consultation for compliant data center decommissioning services, data center relocation services, or environmentally friendly server disposal services.