Cloud Service Contracts May Be Fluffy: Selected Legal Issues To Consider Before Taking Off

摘要

Cloud service relationships are very complex. Numerous important issues are at stake. In many cases, the use of cloud services may jeopardize an entity's ability to comply with the numerous laws to which it is subject. In addition, even if there are no specific legal compliance requirements, sensitive data and significant intangible assets might be at risk. Thus, before venturing in the cloud it is of utmost importance for an entity to understand the scope and limitations of the service that it will receive and the terms under which these services will be provided and to seek the assistance of professional that are experienced with the unique issues that arise in cloud computing relationships.