Esri Canada, a leading provider of geographic information system (GIS) solutions, has achieved the ISO 31700-1 Privacy by Design certification for its ArcGIS Managed Cloud Services. This certification is considered rare and marks Esri Canada's commitment to privacy in their cloud-based services. The ISO 31700 series of standards focuses on data protection and privacy, with ISO 31700-1 specifically addressing the principles of Privacy by Design (PbD). PbD emphasizes the importance of incorporating privacy considerations into the design phase of a system to prevent privacy violations from occurring in the first place. [1] The achievement is noteworthy as it demonstrates Esri Canada's dedication to ensuring that their cloud services comply with stringent data protection regulations and standards, particularly those related to personal information handling. This certification not only enhances trust among customers but also positions Esri Canada at the forefront of privacy-conscious technology providers in the industry. [2] The ISO 31700-1 standard is designed to complement existing privacy frameworks such as GDPR (General Data Protection Regulation) and CCPA (California Consumer Privacy Act), providing a comprehensive approach to data protection that includes both technical and organizational measures. By obtaining this certification, Esri Canada has demonstrated their ability to integrate privacy into the design of their cloud services from the outset, rather than addressing it as an afterthought or through additional layers of security. [3]