COUNTRY FOCUS : ITALY
Massimo Bandinelli , Marketing Manager ,
Aruba Cloud
establishing Italy as a preferred cloud region , with the data centre sector following closely behind .
The compliance factor
The EU has implemented some particularly stringent laws regarding data in the last decade , namely the General Data Protection Act ( GDPR ), which dictates all businesses to handle personal information and data transparently and responsibly .
International companies operating in Europe are required to play by these rules , so they must think carefully when implementing data practices . That ’ s where Italy comes in .
By leveraging data services in the growing cloud region , global companies can meet the strict
As momentum continues to build , Italy stands ready to reap the benefits of economic growth and solidify its position as a key player in the continent ’ s digital future .
requirements enforced by the EU , minimising the risk of hefty fines and privacy violations . This sharp focus on regulatory standards has made Italy stand out as a promising option for companies seeking out secure and compliant data storage .
The socio-economic shift
Europe ’ s socio-economic climate has vastly changed , which has spurred a reassessment of cloud adoption with a growing emphasis on national cloud regions . These regions offer irrefutable benefits , fostering economic growth and technological innovation , and in turn , creating new occupational opportunities for the local community .
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