Sustainable technology lifecycle solutions

This case study explores how SK Tes provided a comprehensive data center decommissioning solution for the client, resulting in a 34% higher financial return. When a large hyperscale data center sought to retrofit their technology infrastructure, they turned to SK Tes for support with the urgent removal of their redundant racks. Reacting to the rapid pace of change in today’s digital landscape, they wanted to complete the project quickly, while also recovering value from their retired assets, and ensuring absolute data security. This case study explores how SK Tes provided a comprehensive solution to these challenges, resulting in a 34% higher financial return for the client. 72,000 storage drives of varying drives sanitized 96% yield on onsite drive wiping minimized the physical handling of drives $4.9 million generated from resale of equipment Key Challenges with the Colocation Data Center Project The client faced several key challenges in their decommissioning project: Large Scale Data Sanitization The data center held servers with over 72,000 storage drives of varying capacities (4TB, 8TB, and 10TB) that needed to be sanitized before removal. Ensuring that no data left the facility was crucial. Logistical Constraints Operating within a COLO (colocation) environment, the client had limited access windows for dock and staging areas, complicating the logistics of asset removal. Stringent Security and Compliance Requirements The client needed to meet strict information security standards, including a certified verification report of data destruction. Tailored and fully planned data center decommissioning solution Through strategic planning and execution, client needs were exceeded, and SK Tes effectively addressed the client's requirements, resulting in enhanced security, operational efficiency, and financial returns. Here are key steps that were meticulously planned for this decommissioning project: Results and Benefits Delivered Through strategic planning and execution, SK Tes effectively addressed the client's requirements, resulting in enhanced security, operational efficiency, and financial returns as a part of the data center decommissioning project: Trust SK Tes for your data center decommissioning project SK Tes is a single-source service provider for the full lifecycle management of data center equipment. Engaging with SK Tes meant that this client had a single company they could rely on to undertake decommissioning, data destruction, removal, reuse, and recycling of their equipment, reducing vendor management burden and providing an efficient and cost effective service. Want to see similar results for your project? Contact us.

35,660kg CO²e carbon emissions savings generated through reuse and recycling over 3000 assets at INEOS Grangemouth, UK. Read on to find out how SK tes helped INEOS Grangemouth clear redundant IT equipment safely, sustainably and securely. INEOS Grangemouth sought expert support when it came to dealing with an accumulation of retired IT equipment at their expansive petrochemical site in Scotland. To tackle this efficiently, they needed a rapid, scalable, hassle-free, and secure solution that also complied with regulations, and they turned to SK tes. 3,582 technology assets collected 21,427 kgs equipment repurposed for reuse 35,660 kgs embodied carbon emissions avoided 15,025 kgs equipment responsibly recycled Information Technology Plays a Critical Role at INEOS Grangemouth The key challenge for SK tes was to manage all of the reverse logistics associated with that transformation, including the collection, testing, data sanitization, IT asset disposition, and value recovery of those 90,000 assets; all within a 12-month period. Need a reliable partner to handle your large-scale Global ITAD program? Get in touch now and let us help you drive efficiency, security, and sustainability across your IT lifecycle. Successfully Managing the Project Without Disrupting Operations After careful consideration, INEOS Grangemouth decided to partner with SK tes, a leading IT asset disposition (ITAD) company. SK tes offered a comprehensive solution that included secure transportation, data erasure, repurposing, and environmentally responsible disposal at their own ITAD and recycling facility in Scotland. INEOS Grangemouth were looking for a solution for clearing a large quantity of outdated IT equipment stored across their extensive 1,700 acre site. SK tes provided that solution. SK tes was easily able to manage the project at scale, scheduling regular collections and safely handling the removal and processing of a range of enterprise IT equipment. With a strong safety culture at the Grangemouth site, prior to the commencement of the six-week program of work, SK tes arranged for three team members to complete the extensive Grangemouth site induction and necessary security checks. SK tes attended the site, at regular intervals, deploying the appropriate staff, equipment, and vehicles, ensuring that work was undertaken safely, efficiently, and to the highest standards. SK tes securely transported the equipment to their nearby Approved Authorised Treatment Facility (AATF) for environmentally responsible processing and disposal. Working with SK tes, INEOS Grangemouth was assured that their redundant IT equipment was disposed of in an environmentally friendly manner, and in compliance with regulations. SK tes, A Trusted Partner "True partnership lies in solving complex challenges together. The strategic approach by SK tes in managing INEOS Grangemouth's IT equipment disposal exemplifies delivery of operational excellence and environmental responsibility." Roz Ferrier, IT Manager FPS, Petroineos and O&P UK, INEOS Grangemouth About the INEOS Grangemouth Site The refining and petrochemical site at Grangemouth comprises three businesses: INEOS Olefins & Polymers (UK) Europe operates world-scale petrochemical plants. Its finished products of ethylene, propylene, polyethylene, polypropylene, and ethanol are used as the building blocks in a multitude of applications that both enable and enhance many aspects of life today, being transformed into housing and construction materials, cabling and insulation, automotive components, fibers and textiles, and food packaging as well as being extensively used in the pharmaceutical and healthcare industries. The Petroineos Refinery, a joint venture of INEOS and Petrochina, in Grangemouth is Scotland's only crude oil refinery, processing 150,000 barrels of oil per day. It produces the bulk of fuels in Scotland, with markets in northern England and Northern Ireland. The Forties Pipeline System is a 100% INEOS-owned integrated oil and gas liquid transportation and processing system and the largest pipeline system in the UK's North Sea. The Forties Pipeline System is a critical Central North Sea transport infrastructure system, and in 2020, it transported over 30% of the UK's total oil production from the UK Continental Shelf (UKCS) to the mainland. SK tes offers a comprehensive range of ITAD services, including data erasure, asset tracking, and secure logistics, which ensure that your IT equipment is disposed of in a safe and secure manner. All our clients receive the industry-leading Carbon Loop Report which quantifies emissions savings generated through your IT asset disposition.

A record 62 million tons of e-waste were generated worldwide in 2022 – enough to fill a line of 1.5 million massive 40-ton dump trucks that would wrap the Earth at the equator.