GDPR
GDPR-Compliant Data Archiving Solution Architecture: Decision Questions, Control Mechanics, and Failure Modes
Executive Summary (TL;DR) A GDPR-compliant data archiving solution is an evidence system, not a storage system: it must prove lawful basis, enforce retention, and produce audit-grade traces for deletion, access, and policy changes. DSAR performance is an indexing problem with governance constraints: if identity resolution and content-addressable search are weak, DSAR timelines fail under surge […]
What Is Data Privacy? Meaning, Laws, and Why It Matters in 2026
TL;DR Data privacy is the right of individuals to control how their personal information is collected, used, stored, and shared. It is distinct from data security (technical defenses) and data protection (the broader governance umbrella). By January 2026, twenty US states have comprehensive privacy frameworks in effect, the EU AI Act is fully enforceable, and […]
7 Key Compliance Regulations Relating to Data Storage
Blog Commentary: As data storage practices evolve, so do the regulatory frameworks that govern them. With rapid digital transformation, compliance with regulations related to data storage has become a critical responsibility for organizations across various industries. For C-suite executives, data officers, and IT professionals, understanding these regulations is crucial for ensuring compliance, mitigating risks, and […]
Understanding the EU AI Act: What Your Business Needs to Know
Let’s talk about one of the hottest topics in the tech world right now: the EU AI Act. If you’re running a business that uses AI (and let’s face it, who isn’t these days?), you’ll want to understand what this means for you. What’s the EU AI Act All About? Think of the EU AI […]
3 Reasons why you need an enterprise data platform for GDPR
Recently, Frost & Sullivan awarded Solix with its prestigious 2018 Global Product Leadership Award. We are honored to receive this award, validating our major efforts over the last few years to create a Common Data Platform for data-driven enterprises that affordably address data management, governance, and analytics needs. (more)
GDPR compliance: Don’t forget about Personal and PII data in your non-production environments
With GDPR now in full effect, organizations and governments still have a lot of work and learning to do. In particular, many businesses are hard at work checking off all of the boxes for GDPR compliance with the complex, multi-faceted law. (more)