CM-12(1) Automated Tools to Support Information Location
Control enhancement of CM-12 Information Location
Control
Use automated tools to identify [Assignment: information by information type] on [Assignment: system components] to ensure controls are in place to protect organizational information and individual privacy.
Discussion
The use of automated tools helps to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of the information location capability implemented within the system. Automation also helps organizations manage the data produced during information location activities and share such information across the organization. The output of automated information location tools can be used to guide and inform system architecture and design decisions.
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