Australia releases policy on cloud computing

Australia’s Attorney-General Mark Dreyfus and the Minister Assisting for the Digital Economy Kate Lundy on Friday released a policy for the government’s use of cloud computing which will ensure government agencies can take advantage of the opportunities enabled by cloud computing and the National Broadband Network (NBN) while maintaining the privacy, security, integrity and availability of personal information.

“The policy will aid decision-makers in determining when to allow the use of offshoring or outsourcing on a case-by-case basis, “ Dreyfus said.