Information technology and the law are closely related, given compliance regulations, IT standards and other guidelines CIOs must follow. Get the latest information regarding IT and the law in this topic section.
Financial crimes resulting in increased compliance enforcement
SearchCompliance.com | 08 Jun 2009 ARTICLE - Financial crimes are on the rise, according to the current and former U.S. deputy attorneys general, who say the public should expect to see aggressive enforcement of the laws.
Avoiding gotchas of security tools and global data privacy laws
SearchCIO.com | 12 May 2009 ARTICLE - Building a global privacy program is no picnic because of the plethora of laws. IT security tools can help -- or hurt, if implemented without knowledge of the law.
Be ready for electronic discovery with a records retention policy
Submitted By: SearchCompliance.com | 03 Sep 2009 TIP - Email does not drive records retention policy -- it's about what's in the email. With a few simple steps you can help prevent electronic discovery surprises and costly fines.
Data security: The missing piece of e-discovery (but not for long)
Submitted By: SearchCompliance.com | 21 Jul 2009 TIP - There's an elephant in the e-discovery room: data security, in the form of porous networks, sophisticated hackers, malicious insiders and the specter of altered electronic records.
Electronic discovery critical to health of company, IT organization
Submitted By: SearchCompliance.com | 02 Jul 2009 TIP - Electronic discovery can turn into an e-nightmare. But an efficient and lean IT organization and a good litigation contingency plan is the key to sustained success.
Information security and risk management guides for CIOs
SearchCIO.com | 09 Nov 2009 CIO BRIEFINGS - Keeping your IT organization safe and secure is one battle. Doing it while staying in compliance with all applicable laws and regulations is another.
FAQ: What is the impact of e-discovery law on IT operations?
SearchCompliance.com | 13 Jul 2009 FAQ - This FAQ provides guidance to IT professionals on e-discovery law, including how it affects IT operations, who it affects, what's required and what penalties can be applied.
E-discovery and litigation guide for CIOs
SearchCIO.com | 05 Feb 2008 CIO BRIEFING - Electronic discovery and litigation concerns are serious responsibilities for IT staffs. Learn how to tackle them with this CIO Briefing.
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