Where hyperscale hardware goes to retire: Ars visits a very big ITAD site
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Summary
SK TES’ core services include secure data removal and IT asset disposal, with all devices being labelled, tracked and inventoried to ensure secure wiping or destruction.
Data escape is the greatest risk during IT asset disposal, according to SK TES’ chief commercial officer, who stresses the need for secure wiping or destruction of devices.
Devices are transported to a SK TES facility, with the serial number assigned to an asset tag to facilitate tracking.
Some firms, known as hyperscalers, have gigantic data centres nearby and use SK TES’ ITAD services when upgrading their servers.
Laptops and desktops are wiped using an automated Blancco system, with workers able to access switches or routers to enable deeper programmed wiping if required.
SK TES’s operations are designed to maintain client confidentiality, with strict security protocols in place.
