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HOW CAN BUSINESSES BALANCE SCALABILITY AND SECURITY WHEN MANAGING LARGE VOLUMES OF DATA IN AN INCREASINGLY COMPLEX REGULATORY LANDSCAPE?
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E management has never been more critical for businesses as they grapple with rapidly growing data volumes, increasingly complex regulatory requirements and ever-evolving cybersecurity threats. Organisations must strike the right balance between scalability, security, and compliance to ensure operational efficiency, safeguard sensitive information and remain resilient in an increasingly data-driven world.
With the rise of cloud computing, AI and data analytics, companies are handling vast amounts of information across multiple platforms. This growth presents opportunities for innovation and competitive advantage but also introduces new challenges in maintaining security and regulatory compliance. Businesses must implement robust data protection measures while ensuring that their storage and processing capabilities can scale with demand. Failure to do so can lead to inefficiencies, security vulnerabilities and regulatory penalties.
At the same time, organisations face mounting pressure to align with stringent data privacy laws such as GDPR, CCPA and other evolving global regulations. Compliance is no longer just a legal requirement – it is a business necessity that fosters trust with customers and partners. However, ensuring compliance while maintaining flexibility in data operations can be complex, requiring a strategic approach that integrates governance, risk management and advanced security frameworks.
Cybersecurity is another major concern, as cyberthreats continue to grow in sophistication. Ransomware, data breaches and insider threats pose serious risks to businesses, making it crucial to implement strong security measures, such as encryption, access controls and continuous monitoring. Without a well-structured approach to cybersecurity, organisations risk financial losses, reputational damage and legal consequences.
In this feature, industry experts share their insights on how businesses can achieve the right balance in data management. They explore best practices for scalability, the latest security measures, and the evolving regulatory landscape, offering valuable perspectives on navigating today’ s complex data environment.
We hear from Iwona Rajca, Senior Solution Engineer EMEA at Protegrity; Andrew
McMillan, Partner and corporate lawyer specialising in M & A and data governance within the Technology, Media and Telecommunications( TMT) sector, at RPC; and Jean-Philippe Avelange, Chief Information Officer, Expereo.
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