RiConnect Data Residency helps regional compliance

RiConnect Inc. has enhanced the Data Residency component of its cloud-based Software as a Service (SaaS) offering.

RiConnect is committed to simplifying and digitalising processes. It is renowned for improving compliance and traceability for equipment management, with ongoing digitalisation being a key priority. Data Residency is one of a number of pillars that uphold this state-of-the-art technology.

The company’s customers in industries such as oil and gas, manufacturing, and energy, often require enhanced control over their data and infrastructure. These sectors are typically subject to strict regulatory requirements concerning data storage and handling; and therefore, need to ensure that their data is stored in specific geographic locations in compliance with local or international laws. RiConnect continues to lead conversations around navigating different countries’ data storage laws and how businesses can adapt.

A typical user of RiConnect services is likely to be an organisation that operates in a demanding sector or large-scale enterprise that needs to meet stringent data sovereignty and compliance requirements. These clients are particularly concerned with achieving peace of mind that their data is stored in specific jurisdictions, aligning with regional legal and regulatory frameworks. The ability to access and manage data across regions digitally also streamlines workflows and reduces the complexity of cross-border data handling.

RiConnect’s Data Residency ensures compliance with local or international laws.

Data Residency vs. Private Cloud

Rob Whitehurst-Maiden, sales manager at RiConnect, said: “In the context of Data Residency, ‘a dedicated environment’, refers to the ability for organisations to choose the geographic location of their data storage, ensuring that their data remains within a specific region. This setup provides more control over data handling and guarantees compliance with local laws, without the broader shared infrastructure often seen in public cloud environments.

“We hear the term, ‘private cloud’, a lot in industry,” he continued. “This describes cloud services hosted on dedicated infrastructure. However, we supersede that by offering Data Residency options rather than managing private cloud services. This allows clients to control where their data is stored and ensures compliance with local regulations.”

RiConnect’s Data Residency integrates seamlessly with its Compliance Management System, upheld by the cornerstones of Compliance, Traceability, Status, and Net Zero. CTSN, as it is better known, has been embraced in all corners of the world, supported by RiConnect’s subsidiaries in the UK and US; and partners located in the Middle East, Hong Kong, Iceland, Malaysia, Singapore, and Taiwan.

By offering control over where data is stored, RiConnect can ensure that all systems align with the required legal frameworks, facilitating smooth data exchanges, while maintaining security and privacy standards.