standards

Cloud Security Alliance launches Hong Kong Macau chapter
Local initiatives of the Hong Kong Macau chapter include the promotion of security best practices for both cloud service providers and users, collaboration with Intel on a research in encryption for data transaction in different cloud environments, and participation in the Hong Kong's OGCIO cloud expert group
by: Sheila Lam, Computerworld Hong Kong 17-May-2012
Cloud Security Alliance introduces open certification framework
The Framework provides a program for incremental and multi-layered cloud provider certification according to the Cloud Security Alliance's security guidance and control objectives. It will support popular third-party assessment and attestation statements developed within the public accounting community.
by: Asia Cloud Forum editors 10-May-2012

Deloitte on cloud risks II: Standards present and missing

The absence of specific regulatory guidance is one reason why banking and financial institutions are slower cloud adopters. There is also a lack of auditing standards that provide direction and guidance for proper cloud implementation with appropriate security and privacy measures.
by: Carol Ko 08-May-2012

Chinese government official: Is cloud HK's next advantage?

The long-term development of a city does not solely rely on its present advantages. A Chinese official asks: Will Hong Kong remain as a financial and logistics hub in 10 or 20 years' time? Where should Hong Kong position itself when other Chinese cities are catching up? What cloud services should it focus on?
by: Carol Ko 27-Apr-2012

Global wisdom for Hong Kong's cloud standard body

Leveraging global wisdom will be significant to the success of Hong Kong Cloud Standards Alliance (HKCSA), noted technology experts and academics at last week's inauguration ceremony of HKCSA, which was advised to "think global."
by: Sheila Lam, Computerworld Hong Kong 18-Apr-2012

6 IT bodies form Hong Kong Cloud Standards Alliance

Six IT bodies formed the Hong Kong Cloud Standards Alliance with government and academic advisors to set standards and best practices of cloud computing including interoperability, legal framework and government policies, and to foster regional cooperation with mainland China.
by: Carol Ko 12-Apr-2012
Cloud Security Alliance appoints first APAC exco chair
CSA's new APAC chair is tasked to represent and safeguard the interests of corporate and individual members in APAC, and to promote greater awareness of CSA and its industry initiatives. The new chairperson will soon embark on a new research project in APAC to advise on the best practices for cloud security.
by: Asia Cloud Forum editors 05-Apr-2012

Hong Kong government CIO to form cloud expert group

In line with China's 12th Five-Year Plan, the Hong Kong government CIO will lead a 20-member cloud expert group to drive standards development and promote the best practices of cloud computing within the government. It will also work with international and Mainland Chinese industry bodies to help set cloud standards.
by: Carol Ko 30-Mar-2012
HK and China's cloud experts to discuss cloud standards
IT leaders from Hong Kong and China will gather to discuss the overall planning, key technologies, applications and security governance on cloud computing standardization; the information infrastructure of cloud computing; and the cooperation opportunities for China cloud computing applications, technology and standards.
by: Asia Cloud Forum editors 28-Mar-2012

Top 5 mistakes to avoid in cloud adoption

CIOs are now convinced that when properly implemented, cloud computing can improve a firm's agility and productivity while cutting IT cost. But not every organization will benefit from cloud computing. Common mistakes include wrong cloud model adopted and loose treatment of data security.
by: Cherry Fung, Fortinet Hong Kong and Macau 07-Mar-2012