ABSTRACT
Compliance with digital-related legal and regulatory requirements and the effective use of legal contracts are clearly part of the effective control and oversight of digital activities by senior management and are key aspects of digital governance. There is a wide range of laws and regulations, some specific to industry sectors, which can have an impact on digital practices. Dealing with legal and regulatory requirements and knowing how best to use legal contracts can be challenging for digital practice leaders who are not knowledgeable about legal matters, and for business managers who may not appreciate all the legal risks and issues associated with the use of technology and digital communication. Organizations should ensure that the roles and responsibilities for understanding legal and regulatory matters are properly defined for each group of stakeholders so that each group can apply its specific expertise effectively.
