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NEW DOCUSIGN SECURITY APPLIANCE DELIVERS GREATER FLEXIBILITY TO ENHANCE SECURITY AND COMPLIANCE

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Posted on March 11, 2014

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· Last updated: March 11, 2014

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Offers industry-first solution to customers in regulated industries for ultra high security use cases

Launch of DocuSign Security Appliance

DocuSign, Inc. (DocuSign) announced the general availability of the new DocuSign Security Appliance. The unique solution provides DocuSign Digital Transaction Management (DTM) platform customers the option of encryption key management and auditing for their DocuSign documents behind their firewall. This allows customers to realise the benefits of cloud-based DTM while meeting their specialised security requirements.

Client Testimonial: Bank of America

“The DocuSign Security Appliance allows Bank of America to leverage the benefits of DocuSign’s cloud-based Digital Transaction Management platform while maintaining control over data security within our own data centers,” said Scott Coleman, SVP, Technology Innovation Portfolio, Bank of America. “Bank of America partnered with DocuSign in the development of this new feature which provides tremendous flexibility to realise the benefits of DTM while maintaining compliance within the Bank’s existing customer agreements, security policies, and regulations that a pure SaaS solution couldn’t have offered.”

Security Key Functionality

Key Features of the Security Appliance

Security Key Functionality

The DocuSign Security Appliance, in combination with DocuSign’s industry-leading ISO 27001 security certification and bank grade security program, opens up business value for enterprises using the DocuSign DTM platform in the most security-conscious industries, including financial services, insurance, healthcare, and government.

Customer Demand for Enhanced Security

“In meetings, focus groups, and surveys, customers have been asking for more control over their own encryption key security and auditing,” said Grant Peterson, chief technology officer, DocuSign. “Developed with input from key companies in high-security industries, the DocuSign Security Appliance puts the same cutting-edge encryption key management technology used in DocuSign’s own Digital Transaction Management platform and systems in the hands of our customers.”

Learn More About DocuSign Solutions

Organisations interested in learning more about DocuSign’s DTM platform and the DocuSign Security Appliance may visitwww.docusign.com.

Key Takeaways

  • DocuSign has launched its Security Appliance, enabling encryption key management behind customer firewalls for added control.
  • The solution delivers cloud-based Digital Transaction Management benefits while maintaining compliance with industry regulations.
  • Developed with input from high‑security customers like Bank of America and designed for financial services, insurance, healthcare, and government.
  • It leverages DocuSign’s ISO 27001‑certified encryption technology and supports hybrid or on‑premises deployments.
  • Organizations can manage encryption keys in‑house and audit usage while using DocuSign’s DTM platform.

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the DocuSign Security Appliance?
An add‑on software that allows organizations to store and manage DocuSign eSignature encryption keys within their own data center, separate from encrypted documents.
Which industries is it designed for?
Regulated industries such as financial services, insurance, healthcare, and government, especially those needing ultra‑high security.
How does it enhance compliance and control?
By allowing customers to retain control of encryption key management and auditing behind their firewall while still using DocuSign’s cloud‑based platform.
Is DocuSign still managing the encryption keys?
No — the keys are stored behind the customer's firewall, and DocuSign cannot access them, providing enhanced security and control.
Does it leverage DocuSign’s standard encryption infrastructure?
Yes — it uses the same ISO 27001‑certified encryption technology as DocuSign’s cloud systems.

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