Abstract: Embodiments provide a control framework that fosters the integration of information handling systems with data from internal and/or external sources, compliant with various requirements (e.g., regulatory-based, arising from network terms and conditions). A configuration platform addresses data protection and privacy concerns, allowing flexible definition and application of rules. Rules may consider factors such as data source, national jurisdiction, and purpose of the end user. The rules may address whether/how consent is to be obtained, possible anonymization of personal data, and other issues. Once defined, the framework rules govern processing personal data obtained from internal and/or external sources in a legally compliant manner. Rules and/or configurations may be stored centrally (e.g., locally on premises, remotely in the cloud), with each business process requesting a particular valid rule set when processing personal data.