Azure Features and Tools for Governance and Compliance Section Overview

In this section, you'll dive into the essential features and tools that help govern your Azure environment effectively. We'll also cover how you can ensure your resources remain in compliance with corporate or regulatory standards.

Learning Objectives

After completing this section, you'll be able to:

• Understand the purpose of Microsoft Purview: Learn how Microsoft Purview can help you manage, govern, and secure your data across your entire data estate, providing insights and ensuring compliance with data regulations.
• Explain the role of Azure Policy: Explore how Azure Policy helps you enforce organizational standards and assess compliance at-scale. You'll see how to create, assign, and manage policies to ensure resources are compliant with your company's rules and regulations.
• Describe the use of resource locks: Understand how resource locks can prevent accidental deletion or modification of your critical resources, adding an extra layer of protection to your Azure environment.
• Recognize the importance of the Service Trust Portal: Learn about the Service Trust Portal and how it provides detailed information on Microsoft's security practices, audits, and how they help you comply with global, regional, and industry-specific requirements.