Accelerator and Tools Support GRC

A Solution Accelerator with file classification and rule examples for use with the Windows Server 2008 R2 File Classification Infrastructure (FCI) and System Center Service Manager 2010 can help an organization identify, classify, and properly protect data on file servers and automate governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) processes. Although the accelerator assists with an organization’s GRC efforts, the tool does not constitute advice from an auditor, accountant, attorney, or other compliance professional and does not guarantee fulfillment of an organization’s legal or compliance obligations.

Governance, Risk, and Compliance Management

Many organizations are required to comply with legal regulations and industry standards, such as the following:

• Sarbanes-Oxley public accounting standards and controls
• NIST 800-53 security controls for U.S. Federal Information Systems and Organizations
• The Health Insurance Portability and Accountability Act (HIPAA)
• Standards for electronic