Strategix Technology Solutions, a leading provider of cloud solutions and managed services, has recently achieved the prestigious Payment Card Industry Data Security Standard (PCI DSS) Attestation of Compliance (AOC), further establishing its position as one of the few managed services providers in the country with this accreditation.
The PCI DSS represents the minimum security standards for data protection set by a consortium of financial institutions through the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council. This consortium, established by major credit card companies such as Mastercard, Visa, American Express, Discover, and JCB, aims to standardise security measures and provide assurance to users, customers, and organisations.
Obtaining PCI DSS compliance is a rigorous and time-consuming process, as it involves meeting extensive documentation requirements. Successfully meeting these requirements results in the issuance of a PCI AOC, highlighting the organisation’s commitment to implementing robust security controls and rigorous procedures to safeguard data.
According to Jonathan Goldberg, Managed Services Director for STS, achieving PCI DSS compliance as a cloud platform provider underscores the company’s dedication to client, data, and system security. He emphasises that this rigorous process, driven by policies, supports a security-first approach throughout the business, aligning with Strategix’s focus on maintaining a esteemed reputation with customers and industry partners.
The decision to pursue PCI DSS AOC stemmed from Strategix’s desire to offer a reliable service that meets the needs of clients migrating towards cost-effective private cloud hosting solutions. As the trend shifts away from hyperscaler data centre services due to their high costs, many South African companies are turning to on-premises or private cloud platforms, creating a demand for comprehensive security measures. With the PCI DSS accreditation, Strategix can now provide these companies with a secure solution within a framework verified by industry standards.
Strategix asserts that companies operating within hybrid multicloud environments should prioritise PCI DSS compliance to align with regulations and legislations governing customer data management. This compliance enables companies to adapt to evolving regulatory requirements and fortify themselves against cyber threats.
Jonathan Goldberg notes that the PCI DSS certification empowers Strategix to better protect its customers while delivering exceptional security controls through a cost-effective, local, and trusted route to data centre or infrastructure expansion. The company offers authentic, proven security within a cloud-based ecosystem that caters to businesses of all sizes, from startups to enterprises.
Regardless of the cloud journey a company embarks on, Strategix ensures that it has well-documented policies, enhanced security measures, and established cybersecurity protocols to safeguard it every step of the way. By choosing Strategix, companies entrust their cloud and security transformation to a provider that places utmost importance on data protection, bolstering their security positions and ensuring compliance and peace of mind.
To learn more about how Strategix Technology Solutions can elevate your cloud security, visit our website for further details.