Microsoft Purview Information Protection (MPIP), still often referred to as MIP or simply Purview, delivers simple data discovery and classification capabilities that integrate into and focus on organizations' Microsoft environments. However, these organizations are increasingly finding that simplicity isn't necessarily the most desirable quality in a data classification solution.
Fortra's Data Classification Suite (DCS) enhances Purview without sacrificing ease of use, striking the balance between complexity and efficacy, meaning it will serve as a data classification solution that can easily be integrated into current workflows and grow with organizations as classification requirements evolve.
Fortra's DCS: Enhancing Purview
Microsoft Purview and DCS work together to deliver enhanced data protection for organizations that require robust capabilities now and in the future.
Microsoft’s toolset works strictly within a Microsoft environment. However, some security professionals find this to be limiting, as their infrastructure extends beyond this, to include Linux, MacOS, Firefox, Safari, and other applications used within your organization. Integration with DCS, however, enables enhanced functionality via cross-platform labeling and metadata capabilities that Purview won't provide on its own.
Moreover, DCS's sensitivity labels and the context they provide supplement organizations' downstream security solutions and increase their reach. By addressing common pain points with deployment and integration, remediating current classification issues, and maintaining compliance amid the ever-evolving regulatory landscape, organizations can rest assured that DCS will return maximum value for their business.
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How DCS Enhances Data Protection
OFFERS THE DESIRED LEVEL OF GRANULARITY REQUIRED FOR COMPLIANCE
FACILITATES THE IDENTIFICATION OF CLASSIFICATION TRENDS AND IMPROVES REPORTING
METATADA ENHANCES DOWNSTREAM SECURITY SOLUTIONS
EXTENDS DATA PROTECTION COVERAGE BEYOND THE MICROSOFT ENVIRONMENT
The Canadian Department of National Defence (DND) needed a product that adhered to its classification system and integrated with its Microsoft infrastructure.
DCS was the answer.
Solving Other Common Data Classification Challenges With DCS
We recognize that simple labeling may be all some organizations need, but others like the Canadian DND encounter situations where more is needed. Listed below are some of the common challenges users face with Purview's sensitivity labels and how bringing DCS into the mix can solve them:
| USE CASE | SOLUTION |
|---|---|
| Most users suffice with simple labels provided by MIP, but a significant number need more nuanced labels | DCS for Windows provides nuanced DCS labels that can be mapped to MIP labels for the downstream users. |
| Customers have tried MIP and find the capabilities lack in significant areas | DCS for Windows will understand the previously set MIP labels and map to the equivalent DCS label providing a seamless migration path. |
| One part of the business is using MIP but regulatory or infrastructure obligations mean MIP cannot be used elsewhere | DCS for Windows provides DCS labels that can be mapped to MIP labels for the other users. This assumes the controlled environments necessarily have access to the MIP tenant. |
| The organization wants to use nuanced labels but also protect which content can be uploaded to Teams channels, a capability which is provided by MIP. | DCS for Windows will set an equivalent MIP label to the selected DCS label. This will enable MIP to block content to Teams channels based on the MIP label. |
Optimizing Microsoft Purview with Fortra’s Data Classification
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