WHAT CLOUD MIGRATION MEANS FOR YOUR ON-PREM IT ASSET DISPOSAL

What Cloud Migration Means for Your On-Prem IT Asset Disposal

What Cloud Migration Means for Your On-Prem IT Asset Disposal

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As Canadian enterprises accelerate their shift to the cloud, many are realizing that moving digital infrastructure is only half the job. The physical infrastructure left behind — servers, networking gear, storage systems, and endpoint devices — must be managed properly, securely, and in compliance with evolving data laws.



At Maxicom Global Canada, we help businesses bridge the gap between cloud migration and physical asset disposition. Here's what you need to know about this critical — and often overlooked — part of your transformation journey.


Cloud Migration Doesn’t End with Data




Migrating to the cloud involves moving applications, storage, and data from on-premise environments to cloud platforms like AWS, Microsoft Azure, or Google Cloud. But once those services are up and running, you're left with a major question:


What do you do with all your retired on-prem equipment?




Servers, hard drives, switches, cables, and even racks must be decommissioned, sanitized, and disposed of — and how you handle that process affects your:



  • Data security


  • Environmental impact


  • Compliance posture


  • Return on investment (ROI)



Data Security During IT Asset Disposal




Even if your data has migrated, your old hardware still holds sensitive residual data. Improper disposal can lead to:



  • Data breaches


  • Legal penalties under PIPEDA, HIPAA, and GDPR


  • Brand damage




At Maxicom, we use certified data destruction methods, including:



  • NIST 800-88 compliant data wiping


  • Hard drive shredding (on-site or off-site)


  • Serial tracking and chain of custody documentation


  • Certificates of Data Destruction (CoD)



Environmental Responsibility




Cloud migration is often part of a broader sustainability strategy, yet dumping e-waste undermines those goals. At Maxicom, we ensure:



  • Eco-friendly recycling through certified R2/e-Stewards partners


  • Zero landfill policies


  • Support for reuse and remarketing, when viable




This helps your business meet ESG goals and Canadian environmental regulations.


Recovering Value from Decommissioned Hardware




Before you recycle, consider remarketing. Servers, switches, and storage devices — even if old — may still have resale value in secondary markets.



Maxicom helps you:



  • Test, grade, and prepare assets for resale


  • Market devices to trusted global buyers


  • Generate ROI reports and maximize recovery




Your cloud journey doesn’t have to be a sunk cost. Remarketing can help fund your transformation.


Best Practices for Disposing IT Assets Post-Migration




  1. Conduct an asset audit – Identify all on-prem devices slated for disposal.


  2. Work with certified ITAD experts – Never leave decommissioning to internal teams or unverified vendors.


  3. Plan for data destruction early – Don’t wait until the last minute.


  4. Track every device – Ensure end-to-end documentation.


  5. Aim for sustainability – Maximize reuse and minimize landfill.



Maxicom Canada: Trusted by Cloud-Migrated Enterprises




Whether you're decommissioning a small server room or a full-scale data center, we provide:



  • Nationwide asset pickup across Canada


  • Secure transportation and handling


  • Certified data destruction


  • Eco-friendly disposal or resale


  • Transparent reporting and ROI tracking



Ready to Complete the Cloud Transition?




Don't let old hardware become a new liability.
Partner with Maxicom Global Canada for secure, sustainable, and profitable IT asset disposition following your cloud migration.

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