Architectural flexibility refers to the ability to modify and adapt system architecture as per changing requirements. This flexibility can play a crucial role in supporting system privacy by allowing for the implementation of privacy-enhancing techniques and tools.
For example, a flexible architecture can enable the use of encryption protocols and anonymization techniques to ensure the privacy of sensitive user data. The option to switch between different encryption methods based on changing privacy needs helps maintain data privacy over the long term.
If the architecture is flexible, organizations can also more easily modify privacy policies, control access to data, and implement privacy controls, such as separating data storage and processing roles, without requiring significant changes to the underlying system. This agility allows organizations to respond more effectively to changing privacy regulations or user demands.
Overall, architectural flexibility helps to support system privacy by providing organizations the ability to adapt to changing circumstances and deploy a range of tools and methodologies required to ensure privacy.
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