Equinix Colocation in Hong Kong

Hong Kong, or HK as it is commonly abbreviated, is a global technology hub and one of the world’s most carrier-dense network centers. Equinix is proud to serve as a leading colocation provider in this vibrant industry ecosystem, and our customers are empowered with access to a wide range of networks, solutions providers, and cloud services in this dynamic metro.

In addition, Hong Kong’s legal system establishes data protection principles — including a fundamental right to privacy. Under current statutory and common law, only personal data may be collected for a purpose that is directly related to the function or activity of the data user. The data collection must also be adequate and not excessive in relation to the purposes for which it is collected. In addition, under the PDPO, data users must use contractual or other means to protect personal data from unauthorised access, processing, erasure, loss or use and not retain it for longer than necessary for its original purposes.

The PDPO also provides for penalties, including a fine, in the event that data are not collected and processed lawfully. In addition, individuals can opt out of unsolicited marketing calls by registering their telephone numbers on the Do Not Call Registry.

To build a data governance program that delivers a positive return on investment, it’s critical to put the right people in place. Identify your governance team roles, and assign the corresponding responsibilities. A good starting point is a responsibility assignment matrix such as RACI (which stands for responsible, accountable, consulted and informed). This matrix will help ensure that all stakeholders understand their role in the governance process and that they can provide input at the right time. It will also help the leadership team to identify and address any gaps in the governance structure.