GR-11.1.8

For the purpose of Subparagraph GR-11.1.7 (iv), licensees as part of their assessments may use the following:

a) Independent third-party certifications on the outsourcing service provider’s security and other controls;
b) Third-party or internal audit reports of the outsourcing service provider; and
c) Pooled audits organized by the outsourcing service provider, jointly with its other clients.

When conducting on-site examinations, licensees should ensure that the data of the outsourcing service provider’s other clients is not negatively impacted, including impact on service levels, availability of data and confidentiality.

Amended: July 2022
Added: December 2018