ISV FEDRAMP
Salesforce is the gold standard of enterprise customer relationship management (CRM), delivering an unparalleled ability to connect, collaborate and transform the customer experience. As a provider of Salesforce release management, data backup & recovery, and security solutions, you are likely well-versed in the value that Salesforce brings to organizations around the world. But what if you could expand this value even further? The FedRamp program, developed and managed by the U.S. General Services Administration (GSA), is an important component of your Salesforce solutions. This cyber security initiative brings strict compliance standards for cloud services that organizations must adhere to in order to protect their confidential data. The ISV FedRamp platform ensures that the Salesforce solutions you offer are secure, compliant and efficient—critical characteristics for organizations of all sizes. FedRamp compliance has long been a prerequisite for any cloud service implementers working with the federal government. Over the years, the program has been extended to include the public sector as well as tech vendors who work in the private sector. For commercial tech vendors, the ISV FedRamp program allows them to receive certification and authorization to work on government cloud projects. ISV FedRamp endorsement is also important for companies who offer cloud products or services to government entities, as it ensures that the solutions are secured at the highest level. Your clients may already be familiar with how FedRamp works, but if not, here’s a quick overview. Once the security controls on a system are verified and determined to meet the organization’s requirements, the ISV will receive authorization from the Joint Authorization Board (JAB)—a board of five members consisting of the director of the Office of Management and Budget, as well as representatives from the Department of Homeland Security, GSA, Department of Defense, and a third government agency. Once the JAB authorization is received, the third-party vendor partners can then apply for the authorization through the ISV FedRamp program. This process includes rigorous testing and vetting of the system’s security controls, so that when the ISV is given authorization, they have the assurance that they are fully compliant with FedRamp standards and procedures. For Salesforce solutions providers, ISV FedRamp certification is particularly important. With the ISV FedRamp endorsement, Salesforce platform implementers can assure their clients of the highest data privacy and security standards, giving their clients the confidence to trust in their solutions. Without this certification, Salesforce solutions providers may find themselves unable to work with government agencies or other organizations whose compliance requirements are stringent. Ultimately, an ISV FedRamp endorsement demonstrates your commitment to delivering secure and compliant cloud solutions to your clients. By becoming an ISV FedRamp certified vendor, you are taking a step towards becoming an even better provider. You’ll be able to demonstrate your security prowess, and help to create an even greater trust between yourself and your clients. When it comes to Salesforce solutions, ISV FedRamp certification is a must. It can help to open the doors of opportunity, increase compliance, and ensure that your clients can deploy secure and compliant systems. In short, the ISV FedRamp endorsement is the perfect way to unlock the power of your Salesforce solutions and maximize their value.
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