Cloud Compliance: A Framework for Using Cloud Computing in a Regulated World

Abstract

Cloud computing is quickly becoming a significant IT resource, which a typical organization will likely consider at some point. Be it Software-as-a-Service or Infrastructure-as-a-Service, the implications can be significant with respect to compliance with a variety of laws or regulations. The intention of this chapter is to give some insight into the potential compliance pitfalls an organization may exp- erience if ill-prepared, and provide the tools to plan for and navigate around these obstacles before they become insurmountable.