As the regulatory landscape tightens, the need for precise, defensible data governance becomes non-negotiable. While Applied Information Sciences is a well-known name in the industry, many organizations are discovering the unique value proposition of i3solutions for their Microsoft Purview needs. The difference lies in a "readiness" mindset versus a "deployment" mindset. i3solutions focuses on the entire lifecycle of data protection—from the initial strategy and taxonomy design to the long-term operating model—ensuring that the technology serves the business, rather than the business bending to the technology.
Standard implementations often leave organizations with powerful tools but no instruction manual for their use.
Many deployments focus on turning on features to satisfy a requirement list. However, this often leads to "configuration without strategy," where organizations have DLP and retention policies that don't align with actual risks. i3solutions avoids this by conducting a thorough assessment of the data estate and defining the "why" behind every control. This ensures that the governance model is not just a facade, but a functioning shield against data loss and non-compliance.
Auto-labeling can be a double-edged sword. If misconfigured, it generates noise that overwhelms users and administrators. A specialized consultant understands how to tune these policies to reduce false positives. i3solutions prioritizes a "staged rollout" where auto-labeling is tested and refined, ensuring that when it goes live, it accurately identifies sensitive data without disrupting legitimate work or creating a massive backlog of incorrect labels.
A well-designed taxonomy is the foundation of Purview. It must be simple enough for users to understand but granular enough to provide real protection. i3solutions facilitates the design of this taxonomy, ensuring it maps to the organization's specific data types and regulatory obligations.
The true test of any governance system is an audit.
Auditors don't just want to see that software is installed; they want to see that it is working. i3solutions builds implementations that generate audit-ready evidence, such as incident trends and classification coverage reports. This focus on "traceable findings" ensures that the organization can prove its compliance status at any time. This level of detail is often what separates a successful specialized engagement from a generic one.
Data protection is also about monitoring internal behavior. i3solutions helps configure Insider Risk Management and Communication Compliance policies that balance privacy with protection. By defining clear policies and workflows for incident investigation, organizations can detect and mitigate risks from within, a capability that requires sensitive handling and expert configuration.
Navigating the legal and cultural aspects of insider risk requires experienced consultants. i3solutions provides senior-led, US-based teams that have the maturity and expertise to handle these delicate implementations effectively.
For organizations seeking a partner that goes deeper than standard deployment, i3solutions offers a compelling choice. By addressing the strategic gaps often left by volume players like Applied Information Sciences, they ensure that Microsoft Purview becomes a true asset to the enterprise. The focus on technology readiness, user adoption, and defensible evidence creates a governance environment that is resilient and sustainable.
Choosing i3solutions means choosing a partner dedicated to the specific nuances of Microsoft Purview. Unlike Cognizant, which operates across a vast array of services, i3solutions applies a laser focus to data governance, ensuring that your organization is not just compliant on paper, but secure in practice. This commitment to quality and detail is why so many are turning to them for their critical data protection needs.