Your data ends here.
Your technology doesn't have to.
Orbitico helps organizations securely retire unwanted technology while prioritizing reuse. From collection through verified data sanitization, every asset follows a documented process designed to protect your information and keep usable technology in circulation.
From your office to its next orbit
Every device follows a documented journey from the moment Orbitico takes custody through sanitization and its final disposition.
Secure Pickup
We collect approved electronics directly from your organization and establish custody of the equipment.
Asset Scan
Equipment is inventoried using identifying information such as manufacturer, model, serial number and your organization's asset tag where applicable.
Chain of Custody
Each asset is associated with a documented record so its journey can be tracked from collection through processing and final disposition.
Traceable. Documented. Accountable.
Secure Transport
Collected equipment is transported to the designated processing location under controlled handling procedures.
Controlled Storage
Equipment awaiting processing is kept within Orbitico's controlled processing workflow until sanitization and assessment are completed.
Erase the data. Not necessarily the device.
Where appropriate, data-bearing media is sanitized using recognized media-sanitization processes selected for the type of storage technology involved.
Orbitico's reuse-first approach means functional storage media does not need to be physically destroyed when an appropriate, verified sanitization method can securely prepare it for reuse.
The appropriate sanitization method depends on the storage technology, information sensitivity and client requirements. For a plain-language walkthrough of why simple deletion isn't the same thing, see our guide on securely erasing a laptop before donating it.
Verification
Sanitization results are verified before equipment is cleared for reuse. Media that cannot be successfully sanitized and verified is removed from the reuse pathway and handled according to the appropriate security requirement.
Documented proof.
Orbitico can provide asset-level sanitization records documenting the processing outcome for applicable devices.
Processes can be aligned with recognized media-sanitization guidance such as NIST SP 800-88 where applicable. Example shown for illustration.
Data gone. Technology still useful.
Once data security requirements have been satisfied, viable equipment can move into Orbitico's reuse pathway.
Refurbish
Tested, repaired or upgraded where appropriate.
Reuse / Resale
Useful equipment returns to productive use.
Community Redistribution
Eligible equipment can support our community donation initiatives.
Reuse first. Recycling when necessary.
When physical destruction is required
Some organizations, security policies or types of media may require physical destruction rather than reuse. Where destruction is required, Orbitico can coordinate an appropriate secure-destruction pathway rather than returning that storage media to circulation.
Sanitization + Reuse
Best when security requirements allow the storage media to remain reusable.
Physical Destruction
Used when client policy, media condition or security requirements call for destruction.
Need the data handled before equipment leaves your location?
For organizations with stricter custody requirements, Orbitico is developing on-site sanitization options that could allow approved equipment to be processed before it leaves your location.
One collection. One clear report.
For larger business collections, your report gives a clear, asset-level record of how each device was handled. Example shown below.
| Asset | Device | Sanitization | Verification | Outcome |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| ORB-10021 | Dell Latitude | Completed | PASS | Reuse |
| ORB-10022 | Lenovo ThinkPad | Completed | PASS | Community Donation |
| ORB-10023 | HP EliteBook | Unable to verify | — | Secure Destruction |
Your final report provides a clear record of how collected technology was handled, including:
- Total devices collected
- Devices sanitized
- Devices reused
- Devices donated
- Media requiring destruction
- Devices recycled
Built around recognized sanitization practices
Orbitico's process is being designed around recognized guidance for media sanitization, verification, documentation and chain of custody — including concepts from NIST SP 800-88 and the Canadian Centre for Cyber Security's media sanitization guidance. We reference this guidance to inform our process; we do not claim government certification or endorsement.
Retire technology without retiring its potential.
Tell us what equipment your organization needs to decommission. We'll help determine the appropriate collection, data-security and reuse pathway.
Have an asset list? You can attach a CSV, XLSX or photo when you request your business assessment.