CONSULT

We work with organisations to gain an understanding of the information they
hold, who needs to use it and their requirements for access. We work with existing information access policy to help clients understand the consequences or business impact of wrongful access or loss. We can help build policies where none exist.

CONVERT

Once the data is evaluated and the policies applied, Openkast converts these sources and prepares it for loading into the Assure secure information asset management store. Access levels and guards are inserted into the data to delineate and identify areas with access protection. If output formats are consistent and can be agreed, the conversion process can be coupled to existing active data sources. This avoids the situation where partners share the data on "live operational systems" where other disclosures may occur.

CONFIGURE

Once the data is converted, the Openkast Assure asset store is configured in parallel with the appropriate operating system's security access controls and user permissions. This process ensures that the appropriate level of access is granted to each member of the user community in relation to their need to know.