Indeed is one of the world’s largest and most recognized job search platforms, dedicated to bringing job seekers and employers together. Headquartered in Austin, TX, the company operates offices worldwide, including a bustling location in New York City. To support growth and efficiency, Indeed decided to relocate their NYC office, presenting a unique set of challenges. Known for their commitment to innovation and responsibility, Indeed required a partner that could align with their eco-friendly values during the transition.
All-in-one sustainable office relocation
AIT managed the full-scale deinstallation and removal of over 200 server racks from Avaya’s data center. Our experienced field teams executed the project with minimal disruption to operations, following strict protocols for asset handling, documentation, and site restoration.
Secure & Compliant Data Destruction
All data-bearing devices were wiped or destroyed in accordance with industry-leading standards, including NIST 800-88 and GDPR. AIT ensured zero data exposure by delivering serialized Certificates of Data Destruction and maintaining a secure chain of custody throughout.
Electronics recycling
AIT recycled all decommissioned equipment using certified eco-friendly processes. By removing outdated, power-intensive hardware, Avaya significantly reduced energy consumption and reclaimed valuable data center space—advancing both sustainability and operational efficiency goals.
Overview
Indeed’s move to a new office in New York City wasn’t just about packing boxes and transporting desks. Their existing office housed an extensive amount of outdated electronic equipment, including broken and unused devices that required ethical disposal. Additionally, some devices contained sensitive company and user data that needed to be thoroughly destroyed to protect data. Without specialized expertise, managing e-waste responsibly and ensuring data protection would pose significant risks. Indeed needed a partner who could handle the demands of a large-scale office relocation, data security, and eco-conscious recycling services, all while ensuring operational continuity.
Client: Indeed
Location: Office
Services: IT Asset Disposition (ITAD), Certified Data Destruction, E-Waste Recycling, Energy Efficiency Optimization, Hardware Deinstallation & Logistics
Challenge
Avaya faced a complex decommissioning project that required balancing sustainability, data security, and operational efficiency. With over 200 server racks slated for removal, the company needed to ensure that all hardware was handled responsibly—from secure data destruction to environmentally compliant recycling—while minimizing disruption to ongoing operations.
Mass Decommissioning: Efficiently removing and recycling 200+ server racks while minimizing downtime.
Strict Data Security Requirements: Ensuring zero data leakage through certified destruction of all storage devices.
Sustainable E-Waste Management: Meeting environmental regulations and internal ESG goals with green recycling practices.
Energy & Space Optimization: Reducing power usage and reclaiming valuable operational space within the facility.
Solution
AIT developed and executed a tailored, full-scope IT asset disposition (ITAD) strategy for Avaya, balancing sustainability, security, and operational continuity.
Comprehensive Hardware Removal: Over 200 server racks were professionally de-installed and removed.
Sustainable Recycling Practices: All materials were recycled using certified, environmentally responsible processes.
Secure Data Destruction: Every data storage device was wiped and destroyed to exceed compliance standards.
Energy Reduction & Space Reclamation: Eliminating legacy hardware led to measurable power savings and freed up critical data center space.
Results
Avaya partnered with AIT to downsize their data center while reducing their carbon footprint. Through this initiative, over 200 server racks were responsibly recycled, resulting in a reduction in their carbon footprint and lower energy consumption overall.
Sustainability: Over 200 server racks were recycled using certified environmentally responsible methods, significantly reducing landfill waste.
Security: Complete and verifiable destruction of all data-bearing devices ensured 100% compliance with data protection regulations.
Efficiency: Older, energy-hungry hardware was removed, lowering overall power consumption and improving data center performance.
Compliance: All recycling and data destruction activities were performed in accordance with industry and environmental standards, supporting internal ESG goals.
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.”
Senior IT Infrastructure Manager, Avaya