Standard Contract with Microsoft Azure Turkey within the scope of the Turkish Data Protection Law (KVKK)

To enter into a Standard Contract with Microsoft Azure Turkey in compliance with the Turkish Data Protection Law (KVKK), your client should consider the following steps:

1. Review the Standard Contractual Clauses: Ensure that the contract includes the necessary clauses that comply with KVKK. Microsoft typically incorporates these clauses into their agreements to facilitate compliance with various data protection laws.
2. Consult Microsoft Documentation: Your client can refer to the Microsoft compliance documentation to understand how their services align with KVKK and what specific contractual obligations are included.
3. Engage with Microsoft Representatives: It may be beneficial for your client to contact Microsoft directly or through their Azure support channels to get specific guidance tailored to their needs regarding the Standard Contract and KVKK compliance.
4. Legal Review: Have legal counsel review the contract to ensure all aspects of KVKK are adequately addressed, particularly concerning personal data processing and rights of data subjects.

By following these steps, your client can ensure they are entering into a compliant Standard Contract with Microsoft Azure Turkey.

References:

• Standard Contract
• General Data Protection Regulation Summary