A sustainable PCI DSS compliance program requires a strong governance structure, specialized training, effective scope management, robust compliance maintenance and verification practices, and tools and processes for efficient handling of PCI compliance tasks and continuous improvement. All these components form an ecosystem designed to protect cardholder data consistently while adjusting to evolving threats, technology advancements, and changes in business priorities and objectives.  

This article covers best practices for developing a sustainable PCI DSS compliance program and explains how robust governance, specialized training and efficient processes help protect cardholder data.