To save time and funds in trying to meet PCI compliance standards, companies that deal with sensitive customer information and credit card transactions can work with experienced managed hosting providers. Clients can focus on improving their business and allocating resources in other areas because experts can handle the bulk of the responsibilities for them.
Choosing a hosting provider who has a solid relationship with Qualified Security Assessors (QSAs) can help clients obtain their Report on Compliance (ROC) easily. Before enlisting its services, companies can check the provider’s list of clients or partners to find out if it is recognized by credit card brands, payment processors and gateways, fraud management vendors, and other important agencies. It must specialize in helping other companies adhere to stringent security regulations and standards.
In terms of PCI DSS compliant infrastructure, it is helpful to acquire the assistance of a provider that has depth of experience in security and in handling large numbers of transactions annually. A hosting provider with a strong and impenetrable structure is also more reliable, secure, and knowledgeable in managing and maintaining its clients’ data and systems competently.
A quality managed services provider is also expected to be capable of handling the bulk of the PCI compliance tasks required by the client and the industry. The most important solutions must include contract handling, engineering and implementation of systems, primary and ongoing validation, infrastructure management, and audit support and validation. Customers who enlist these services should also be able to assume as much or as little of the responsibility as they desire.
