New data center in Japan and adherence to ISMAP criteria – WithSecure™ Cloud Protection for Salesforce responds to Japanese data residency and compliance needs

Press Release  |  October 29, 2024

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Helsinki, Finland – October 29, 2024: WithSecure™ is excited to announce the launch of a new data processing location in Japan, expanding our data residency capabilities for Salesforce customers in the area. The new data center, which is expected to be available by the end of 2024, is an addition to existing data centers in the USA, EU (Ireland), Australia, and Singapore, reinforcing WithSecure’s commitment to enterprise-grade Salesforce security in Japan. 

Data residency is crucial to the cyber security strategies of organizations operating in regulated industries like finance and the public sector. WithSecure's new data center in Japan expands its footprint in Japan and helps Japanese customers meet stringent local data residency requirements. 

Furthermore, WithSecure addresses the tightening of Japanese compliance demands by meeting requirements such as Information System Security Management and Assessment Program (ISMAP) criteria. 

Currently, data residency control is available as part of WithSecure’s Salesforce security offering. By using WithSecure™ for Cloud Protection for Salesforce, customers can meet their Salesforce security obligations as defined by the Shared Responsibility Model. The natively integrated application stops cyber threats like ransomware and phishing in real-time on Salesforce by scanning incoming and outgoing data such as files and URLs. The solution is deployed in minutes. It keeps Salesforce operations running undisrupted and has no impact on customization. This is why more than 200 enterprises and public sector organizations worldwide use WithSecure™ Cloud Protection for Salesforce and why it is a recommended by Salesforce as a security solution.

According to Takehito Watanabe, Sales Director at WithSecure Japan: "Organizations are looking to stay ahead of the curve and grow their business while complying with local data protection regulations. For many of our clients, being able to choose where to process their Salesforce security data is not just about solving a compliance issue, but improving the performance of the services they provide, building trust with their customers, and fortifying security."

Why Salesforce data residency in Japan matters:

  • Local data residency in Japan: Meet the most stringent data residency requirements and optimize the performance of your Salesforce applications. The new data center allows for local data processing, ensuring that data generated and used in Japan stays within the country. This is particularly beneficial for industries and organizations subject to strict data processing regulations, such as governments and public sectors.

  • Fortified trust: Showing dedication to data residency and compliance builds trust and reassurance among customers and stakeholders. 

  • Competitive edge: By focusing on the secure handling of sensitive information and compliance with privacy standards, organizations can gain a competitive advantage in the market.

  • Enhanced performance and speed: By processing data locally, organizations can expect improved app responsiveness and faster data handling capabilities, enhancing speed and user experience.

  • Easy in-app configuration: WithSecure™ Cloud Protection for Salesforce provides a simple configuration when selecting a data processing location. Administrators can easily select their preferred data processing location directly within the application, enabling quick adjustments to meet evolving needs.

WithSecure continues to prioritize secure and compliant data handling, ensuring that all customer data is managed according to the highest security and compliance standards. Its global network of data centers not only provides robust Salesforce security but also supports the requirements of critical industries handling sensitive and regulated data. Adherence to local standards and regulations is critical to utilizing Salesforce as a trusted cloud platform. 

"Many countries are beginning to view data as a critical resource and are regulating how it is processed and protected. Organizations need practical solutions,” states Jussi Wäre, Vice President of APAC & Japan, WithSecure Cloud Protection for Salesforce. “It is our and our partner’s responsibility to help organizations meet these security requirements without being distracted from pursuing strategic goals," he concludes.

Learn more about WithSecure™ Cloud Protection for Salesforce: https://cloudprotection.withsecure.com/product/

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About WithSecure™

WithSecure™, formerly F-Secure Business, is Europe's cyber security partner of choice. Trusted by IT service providers, MSSPs, and businesses worldwide, we deliver outcome-based cyber security solutions that protect mid-market companies. Committed to the European Way of data protection, WithSecure prioritizes privacy, data sovereignty, and regulatory compliance.

Boasting more than 35 years of industry experience, WithSecure™ has designed its portfolio to navigate the paradigm shift from reactive to proactive cyber security. In alignment with its commitment to collaborative growth, WithSecure™ offers partners flexible commercial models, ensuring mutual success across the dynamic cyber security landscape.

Central to WithSecure's™ cutting-edge offering is Elements Cloud, which seamlessly integrates AI-powered technologies, human expertise, and co-security services. Further, it empowers mid-market customers with modular capabilities spanning endpoint and cloud protection, threat detection and response, and exposure management.

WithSecure™ Corporation was founded in 1988, and is listed on the NASDAQ OMX Helsinki Ltd.