Integration of Fortra Data Classification Suite with Microsoft Purview

This solution brief outlines how Fortra’s Data Classification Suite (DCS) enhances the data protection capabilities of Microsoft Purview Information Protection (MIP) for customers with Microsoft E3 and E5 licenses. It describes the basic functionality of MIP, which allows users to categorize data assets using sensitivity labels. However, it identifies scenarios where organizations may require more advanced classification capabilities. The brief details how DCS provides enhanced labeling and metadata capabilities that can be mapped to MIP sensitivity labels, allowing for improved data processing and security solutions. It also presents common use cases where DCS addresses limitations of MIP, such as the need for nuanced labels and compliance with regulatory requirements. The partnership between Fortra and Microsoft is highlighted, emphasizing their commitment to delivering integrated solutions that meet evolving customer needs in a complex regulatory environment.