Using Microsoft Windows Rights Management Services to Comply with Government Regulations

Published: May 16, 2005
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Summary

This white paper outlines how Windows Rights Management Services (RMS) can help companies comply with state, federal, and international regulations that pertain to document retention policies and the protection of personal information. The paper examines the ramifications of noncompliance and answers the question many companies are asking: How can we more easily comply with government regulations?

This paper is intended for business decision makers in government, financial services (including the credit bureau industry), healthcare, life sciences, and education. It covers regulations such as the Sarbanes-Oxley Act of 2002 and HIPAA within the United States, and Data Protection Acts within Europe, the Middle East, and Asia (EMEA).

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Introduction

Laws Affecting How United States Corporations and Industries Maintain Records

U.S. Personal Information Privacy Laws, and International Laws

The Ramifications of Noncompliance

Microsoft Windows RMS: How It Can Help Meet Government Regulations

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