When it comes to disposing of old IT equipment, data security is not optional — it is a legal obligation. EcoTech IT provides fully certified secure data destruction services for businesses, schools, NHS trusts, and public sector organisations across Wiltshire, Bristol, Bath, Swindon, and the wider South West. Using strict NIST 800-88 compliant data wiping protocols, we guarantee that every byte of sensitive data is permanently and irreversibly erased before any device leaves your premises or our facility. You receive a full certificate of destruction for every asset processed — audit-ready and GDPR compliant.
NIST 800-88 is the internationally recognised standard for media sanitisation, published by the National Institute of Standards and Technology. It defines three levels of data destruction: Clear, Purge, and Destroy — each designed for different risk levels and device types. At EcoTech, we apply the appropriate NIST 800-88 method based on the device type, age, and sensitivity of the data it holds. For hard drives, SSDs, laptops, desktop computers, and servers, we use certified wiping software that overwrites data multiple times, meeting or exceeding the standard requirements. For devices where wiping is not possible — such as damaged drives or encrypted storage — we escalate to physical destruction, ensuring no data can ever be recovered. Every step is logged, tracked, and documented. You receive a detailed asset list and certificate of data destruction upon completion.
One of the most overlooked risks in IT disposal is losing track of where your devices go after collection. EcoTech’s secure asset tracking services provide full chain of custody documentation from the moment we collect your equipment to the moment it is certified as destroyed or responsibly recycled. Each asset is tagged, logged, and tracked throughout the process. You receive: a full asset manifest listing every collected device by make, model, and serial number; real-time tracking during transportation; a certificate of data destruction for every item processed; and a final disposal report suitable for GDPR compliance audits. Whether you are disposing of 5 laptops or 500 servers, our secure asset tracking services ensure complete accountability at every stage.
Schools, Multi-Academy Trusts, and further education institutions hold some of the most sensitive data of any organisation — student records, SEND information, staff personal data, and financial records. The consequences of a data breach in the education sector are severe, both in terms of regulatory penalties and reputational damage. EcoTech specialises in secure data destruction for schools across Wiltshire, Hampshire, Dorset, and Somerset. We understand the unique compliance requirements facing education organisations, including UK GDPR, the Data Protection Act 2018, and DfE guidance on data security. Our service is designed to make the entire process simple, compliant, and completely documented — so your Data Protection Officer has everything they need for the audit trail. We work with individual schools, MATs, and local authority education departments. Collection is free, certificates are provided, and there is no administrative burden on your team.
Yes. Our secure data destruction process is fully GDPR compliant. We provide a certificate of destruction for every device, along with a detailed asset list — both of which serve as audit-ready documentation under the UK GDPR and Data Protection Act 2018.
NIST 800-88 is the internationally recognised standard for media sanitisation. It ensures data is destroyed to a level where recovery is technically impossible. Using this standard protects your organisation from data breaches and demonstrates due diligence to regulators and auditors.
Yes. We provide certified secure data destruction for schools, MATs, and education organisations across Wiltshire, Hampshire, Dorset, and Somerset. Collection is free and all documentation is provided for your DPO.
Once data is securely destroyed, devices are assessed for reuse or recycling. Working devices are refurbished for resale or donation. Non-working devices are responsibly recycled in line with WEEE regulations — zero landfill guaranteed.
Yes. We handle all device types including HDDs, SSDs, laptops, desktops, servers, tablets, and mobile phones. The appropriate NIST 800-88 method is applied based on the device type and data sensitivity level.
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