Deciding to close or relocate your Data Center requires more than just packing up and leaving. It involves careful planning over several months to ensure a secure decommissioning process, unlike moving to a new residence.
Reasons and Use Cases for Decommissioning Data Centers
Ending the life of a Data Center requires careful consideration and deliberation. Data Center managers now have various options for implementing hybrid IT infrastructure. The public cloud has revolutionized Data Center operations, allowing for decreased overhead and increased agility.
Checklist for Shutting Down Data Center in 7 Steps
- Develop a scope for decommissioning your Data Center
- Conduct asset discovery and inventory
- Plan the decommissioning process
- Acquire logistics materials for the decommissioning
- Backup and handle IT asset disposition (ITAD)
- Pack and relocate the equipment
- Follow up on equipment and accounting procedures
Obtain expert assistance for your Network and Hardware decommissioning needs
Sureworks Infotech Pvt Ltd provides comprehensive Data Center professional services to assist with your Data Center decommissioning process. We ensure a secure chain of custody and help you maximize the value of your old IT assets as we are consumers of used Hardware ourselves.
Reach out to our team for a quote before you begin outlining a high-level checklist to ensure a smooth decommissioning process.
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