A World-Renowned NHS Trust
Streamlining IT Asset Backlog Management with On-Site Data Vaporisation
Having Data Safe Solutions on-site to assist with our IT backlog was a game-changer. Their team worked seamlessly with our existing resources to quickly and securely process a large number of devices. This allowed us to maintain compliance, reduce pressure on our current staff, and focus on recruiting the team members we need. We’d recommend their on-site support to any healthcare organization facing similar challenges
The Challenge
In 2023, the NHS Trust introduced a DSS Mobile solution that initially enabled their IT team to manage data-bearing devices effectively. However, after several key staff departures, positions went unfilled, and the Trust’s capacity to process IT assets dropped significantly. This led to:
The Solution: On-Site Data Vaporisation Assistance
To address the backlog, the NHS Trust engaged Data Safe Solutions Ltd. to provide on-site IT asset processing and Data Destruction support. Our approach included:
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A growing backlog of PCs and laptops requiring secure data destruction.
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Additional strain from a 700-laptop replacement rollout, further increasing the number of devices needing processing.
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A potential risk of compliance issues and delays in securely redeploying or retiring old equipment.
With internal resources stretched thin and recruitment efforts ongoing, the NHS Trust needed on-site support to clear the backlog while maintaining data security standards.
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Supplementing IT Staff Resources: Our team arrived on-site to handle the secure data destruction process, minimizing the workload for the Trust’s existing staff.
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High-Speed Processing with DSS Mobile: Using Smart Wipe technology, we quickly cleared the backlog, erasing data from hundreds of devices per day.
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Maintaining Compliance Standards: Full certification for all data destruction ensured compliance with NHS security guidelines and GDPR requirements.
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Supporting Recruitment Efforts: By stepping in during a staffing shortage, we allowed the NHS Trust’s IT leadership to focus on recruitment efforts without falling behind on IT asset management.