Legal and Regulatory Considerations in Cloud Computing

Authors

Srikanth Kandragula

Abstract

The burgeoning cloud computing industry, while offering a multitude of benefits for
businesses in terms of scalability, agility, and cost-efficiency, presents a new and complex
set of legal and regulatory challenges. This paper delves into these intricacies, outlining
key considerations for organizations transitioning to the cloud or already utilizing cloud
services. The focus areas encompass data privacy and security, ensuring compliance with
industry regulations, intellectual property rights, contractual issues such as service level
agreements and termination clauses, jurisdiction and dispute resolution mechanisms,
vendor lock-in, and the importance of developing a comprehensive exit strategy. By
comprehensively understanding these legal and regulatory considerations, businesses
can make informed decisions, mitigate risks, and ensure adherence to relevant
regulations. Consulting with legal counsel experienced in the nuances of cloud computing
law is highly recommended to navigate these complexities and draft watertight contracts
with cloud providers. As cloud adoption continues to expand at an unprecedented pace,
staying informed about evolving legal frameworks is crucial for businesses to continue
reaping the benefits of cloud computing in a compliant and secure environment.

Keywords

Cloud computing, legal considerations, regulatory compliance, data privacy, data security, data residency, sovereignty, intellectual property, cloud service agreements (CSAs), service level agreements (SLAs), vendor lock-in, exit strategy.

Legal and Regulatory Considerations in Cloud Computing. Srikanth Kandragula. 2019. IJIRCT, Volume 5, Issue 3. Pages 1-3. https://www.ijirct.org/viewPaper.php?paperId=2410032