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Let’s take a look at the basics of cloud compliance and how to circumvent associated challenges.Ĭompliance seems like it’s shrouded in mystery, but the concept is really quite simple. Approaching cloud compliance as an enabler to operational excellence can motivate security and development teams to play their part and bridge the gap. Keep in mind that being compliant doesn’t have to be a “do it or else” situation. That’s why it’s critical to implement a scalable security strategy that can grow throughout your migration and keep up with cloud compliance requirements. As more organizations migrate to the cloud, compliance standards and rules will evolve in tandem. Governmental institutions have responded to the mass cloud adoption by developing new data privacy and regulatory laws, and compliance organizations continue to create more relevant frameworks for cloud computing. The deadline may be met-but if the roof collapses or a wall falls over, the consequences will be dire. It’s like a homebuilder hurrying to meet a deadline without double checking if everything is up to code and all the appropriate permits are filed. But these rapid transitions often come at the cost of neglecting compliance, which can result in not only hefty fines but damage to reputation and customer trust. Security Benefits of Enhanced Cloud VisibilityĪfter the unforeseen acceleration of cloud adoption due to the COVID-19 pandemic, many organizations hastily launched their services into the cloud to stay afloat.Related articles in the Cloud Migration series:
