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Adaptation to the GDPR (General Data Protection Regulations) 📑👇 The Spanish Data Protection Agency (AEPD), trying to help you with the GDPR, has created a tool called FACILITA RGPD, which in our opinion is easy and intuitive. However, you have to be patient to carry out the whole process. #dataprotection #privacy #policy #freelancers #Spain https://lnkd.in/dDetiRaW 

🔒✨ Are you up to date on data protection compliance laws? Having a proactive stance on data protection not only fortifies legal adherence but also safeguards reputation and customer trust, paving the way for sustainable growth and resilience in an era of heightened data scrutiny. Check out my latest blog post where I break down everything you need to know about GDPR, CCPA, and CPRA. Stay informed and protect your data! #DataProtection #Compliance #Privacy #BlogPost 📝💻

In the complex world of global data privacy, the question looms large: Can one person effectively manage the role of a Data Protection Officer (DPO)? 🤔 As businesses navigate the labyrinth of international data protection laws and their rapid evolution, it's becoming increasingly clear that a solo DPO may face overwhelming challenges. The breadth of legal knowledge, operational insight, and constant updates make this a colossal task for any individual. That's why, in our latest article, we explore a pivotal shift in strategy: outsourcing the DPO role to a dedicated team. 🌟 🔗 Read our full article here https://lnkd.in/e85kau7a We delve into how a team-based approach, integrating legal, privacy, and operational expertise, offers a more holistic and effective solution. With services like Formiti's Outsourced DPO, organisations can harness the power of external expertise, stay at the forefront of compliance, and turn data privacy into a strategic advantage. Is it time to rethink the traditional DPO model? Let's discuss! #DataProtection #GDPR #PrivacyLaw #Outsourcing #DataPrivacy #Formiti #DPO

Even after almost 8 years we are still seeing companies who are not fully compliant with the general data protection regulation in Europe. Some of the reasons I came across over the past 5 years and learning: 1. Some of the companies still believe that GDPR is a framework and not a legal regulation. 2. Some of the companies are dealing with GDPR directly into the IT Domain neither involving Legal nor Compliance departments which is mandatory. 3. GDPR requires a lot of effort to be assessed, scoped/defined and maintained and some of the companies run it in "best effort mode" due to either financial or headcount constraints. 4. Some of the companies appoint a DPO merely due to a GDPR requirement only as point of contact, running an early stage and not progressing with the business as usual (Process, Monitoring, Audit and Improvements into the Compliance field).

🔍 Ensuring GDPR Compliance: Vital for Background Check Companies 🔍 In today's digital age, safeguarding data privacy is paramount, especially for companies entrusted with sensitive information like background checks. At AccuSourceHR, we recognize the immense responsibility that comes with handling personal data, and we're committed to upholding the highest standards of data protection, including strict adherence to the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). Why is GDPR compliance crucial for background check companies like ours? 1️⃣ Respecting Individual Rights: GDPR empowers individuals with greater control over their personal data. By complying with GDPR regulations, we respect the rights of the individuals whose information we handle, ensuring transparency, fairness, and accountability in our processes. 2️⃣ Enhancing Data Security: GDPR sets rigorous standards for data security and protection. Adhering to these guidelines means implementing robust security measures to safeguard against unauthorized access, data breaches, and other security risks, thereby bolstering trust and confidence among our clients and partners. 3️⃣ Building Trust and Reputation: Compliance with GDPR isn't just about meeting legal requirements; it's about building trust. By prioritizing data privacy and protection, we demonstrate our commitment to ethical business practices, earning the trust and confidence of both our clients and the individuals whose data we handle. 4️⃣ Mitigating Legal Risks: Non-compliance with GDPR can result in severe penalties, including hefty fines and damage to reputation. By ensuring GDPR compliance, we mitigate legal risks and avoid potential repercussions, safeguarding our company's long-term viability and reputation. 5️⃣ Fostering Innovation and Growth: GDPR compliance isn't just a regulatory burden; it's an opportunity for innovation. By adopting GDPR-compliant practices, we drive innovation in data management and processing, unlocking new opportunities for growth while maintaining the highest standards of privacy and security. At AccuSourceHR, we view GDPR compliance not as a hurdle but as a fundamental principle guiding our operations. It's a commitment to protecting the privacy and rights of individuals while delivering reliable and trusted background check services. #GDPRCompliance #DataPrivacy #BackgroundChecks #ComplianceMatters #DataProtection #EthicalBusiness #TrustAndTransparency

The Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023, according to Raghu Boddu, CISA, CFE, CDPSE, marks a significant milestone for #India’s data protection #regime. It introduces important protections for #data principals, but also imposes significant responsibilities on data fiduciaries. It is also important to note, according to the author, that #complying with data protection regulations requires a multifaceted approach involving #technologies, #policies, and processes. He adds, “To ensure compliance with the DPDP Act or any other applicable data protection #law, organizations should consult with #legal experts and #privacy professionals”. Let me know your opinion on Digital Personal Data Protection Act, 2023! Explore in his article the #regulatory drivers including data privacy concerns, #nationalism, economics value of data and #trends in countries across the #globe. #dpdpact2023 #compliance #sap #india #headofit #cio #cios #cfo #togglenow #gdprcompliance #grc #sapgrc #regulatorycompliance #technology

#Expert Q&A 🔎 Today's expert, Alexis Dessaints is Head of the International Department and Data Privacy Consultant at DPO Consulting International This is the question he will answer : 🔶How to select a service provider in compliance with the GDPR?🔶 ➡ Alexis D : "A Data controller is responsible for verifying the #Data processors’ compliance with the #GDPR. Thus, there are several steps to follow in this process: 1️⃣ Launch of the project You need to include the GDPR compliance of the provider at the beginning of the project (Privacy by Design). A project sheet needs to be drafted and completed by the project manager and sent to the #DPO. This project sheet needs to include every information that will help the DPO understand the use of personal data (what are the processing activities, how many data subjects, categories of data processed, etc.). 2️⃣ Qualification of the provider The qualification of the provider (Data controller, Joint controller, Data processor) will determine the actions that needs to be made as well as the obligations of the parties involved. When determining the qualification, you need to ask the following question: 🔹What is the level of instruction given to the provider? 🔹What is the level of autonomy of the provider? 🔹What is the level of expertise of the provider? 🔹Which party will be visible to the data subjects? 🔹Are there any controls done on the provider? 3️⃣ Determine the risk level of the Data processor Several elements need to be verified when assessing the risk, for example the volume and nature of the data processed, the number and categories of the data subjects, etc. Assessing such a risk will allow the DPO to send the adapted GDPR assessment questionnaire to the Data processor. More risks would result in more questions asked. 4️⃣ Assessment of the GDPR compliance of the Data processor The Data Controller must submit a compliance assessment questionnaire to the Data processor. This questionnaire considers the key points of compliance and enables the DPO to assess the Data processor’s overall level of compliance. The conclusion must be taken into account when deciding whether or not to contract with the provider. 5️⃣ Submit recommendations to the Data processor Considering the answers, if the Data processor does not offer 100% guarantees, it is still possible to contract with them, provided that they undertake to implement a certain number of actions to ensure compliance. 6️⃣ Contractualization The DPO needs to review the Data Privacy Agreement (#DPA) provided by the Data processor and make recommendations. DPO Consulting can support you in the selection of providers and in the overall management of their compliance." Contact us! 👉 https://bit.ly/3TOjbPJ #DPOConsultinginternational #QA #PrivacyByDesign

 🖊 "Protecting Your Privacy is Our Priority" is the what you have listened from all the companies or startups when they collect your information. ✉ It is the utmost duties of Start-ups /Companies  towards  its customer or Users of website/App when the set of information is stored in company database to keep the information protected .It is necessary to abide by domestic as well various international law  if your users are outside domain of India  Like GDPR in EU ,HIPPA ,CPRA etc in order to protect from legal complication. 🕵♀️ How come companies knows whether they are abiding the regulation or not ❓ ❓ ❓ ❓ 🔴 Their comes the role of Data Protection Officer ⬛ A Data Protection Officer is a legal professional who advises startups and companies on legal changes requiring compliance in data privacy. #A legal background is crucial for a #DataPrivacyOfficer (DPO) to comprehend and interpret complex legal requirements, including understanding laws, regulations, and their application in case law. ⬛ Data protection officer responsibilities include: 1️⃣ Providing in-house legal advice on privacy, privacy by design, data-sharing, and transfer of data. 2️⃣ Engaging in the drafting, negotiating, and reviewing of any commercial agreement containing protected information. 3️⃣ Advising and drafting data protection-related documentation including contract due diligence for either GDPR or CCPA. 4️⃣ Providing guidance and support on various new compliance reporting/data tracking requirements and updating internal codes of conduct. 5️⃣ Familiarity with all applicable privacy laws. ⬛ The risk associated with data privacy can be enterprise and industry-dependent. The DPO must enjoy a good understanding of the enterprise’s business operation and the data handling needs of that specific industry. Experience within that organization and that industry are important qualifiers. ⬛ It is necessary for the Start-up to in order to abide by data security should have privacy policy ,terms and condition ,cookie policy ,secure data storage cloud ,ISO/IEC 27001 Certification, Annual data reporting, intimation to user of any change in policy ,intimation  to  user if sharing data with third party etc #DataPrivacy #LegalAdvisory #Startup #DPO #GDPR #DPDP #Companies #Legalcomplaince #Informationsecurity #Agreements #Policy #Userprotecteddatabase

The Key Role of a Data Protection Officer (DPO) in GDPR Compliance 🔒 A data protection officer (DPO) is an expert tasked with devising and executing an information security strategy within organizations. Here are key roles of a DPO⬇️ 🔸Consultation for Compliance: In this role, the DPO engages in discussions with top management and teams to establish technical and organizational measures, devises strategies, assists in documentation creation, delivers informative presentations, stays updated on legislative changes, and more. However, businesses frequently undervalue the significance of a DPO, leading to circumstances that can push them to the brink of financial losses. In 2019, TIM, a telecom operator, implemented a new marketing strategy that infringed upon multiple articles of the GDPR, leading to a substantial fine of €27.8 million. Their violations included unauthorized cold-calling, collecting consent through a single subscription for multiple purposes, coercing customers to agree to advertising, inadequate management of data subjects' requests for personal information removal, and storing data in the CRM system beyond the legal retention period of 10 years. By engaging a DPO or utilizing outsourced consulting services, the company could have developed a GDPR-compliant marketing strategy and achieved favorable outcomes. So, it is always a great idea to get a consultation from the DPO before starting personal data collection or implementing new approaches in that field. 🔸Monitoring for Compliance: The DPO also plays a pivotal role in running audits of data collection, processing, and storage for GDPR compliance. This involves checking the accuracy of information in processing operation protocols, implementing tracking and control tools, and ensuring data transfer compliance. 🔸Documentation of Processing Activities: Documentation is the backbone of GDPR compliance, and DPOs are responsible for drafting and updating it. This includes Privacy Policies, Data Subject Consent Forms, Data Protection Agreements, GDPR questionnaires, and contracts. DPOs enable IT companies to navigate the GDPR maze seamlessly by providing comprehensive documentation and ensuring compliance across various digital channels. 🔸Communication with Authorities and Data Subjects: The DPO acts as a facilitator between the organization and supervisory authorities and data subjects. They handle reporting data breaches, responding to inquiries during investigations, dealing with complaints, and advising in the framework of the Personal Data Protection Impact Assessment (DPIA). Our team provides DPO services to help our clients figure out the GDPR requirements. For more details visit our website https://lnkd.in/dmeYZF88 #StalirovCoBlog #itlawyer #stalirovco #privacypolicy #privacynotice #gdpr #ccpa #dataprotection #privacylawyer

Today, let us delve into the concept of a Data Processing Agreement as per the GDPR. Suppose you are a business entity that collects customers' personal data while providing them with your services. Now you need to use the collected data for marketing purposes. You hand over the data to a reputed marketing agency for effective marketing of your services. As per the GDPR, you become the “Data Controller” with the custody and final say about the data. The marketing agency becomes the “Data Processor” that will process, modify, and utilize the data as per the instructions provided by the data controller.  (The customer who is the actual owner of the data is called the “Data Subject”.) If you are handing over the data to a third party to process it for any business purpose, then you, being the data controller, must have a Data Processing Agreement (DPA) with the third party. The requirement of DPA has been emphasized in GDPR through articles 28, 29, 30, and 32. The controller is ultimately responsible for establishing a lawful data process and observing the rights of data subjects. However, the liabilities of the data processor are also undeniable under GDPR. Contents of the DPA: 1. It must have details of data processing such as: - duration of processing; - geographical scope; - the nature and purpose of the processing; - the type of personal data and categories of data subjects; - purpose and legal basis of personal data processing; 2. Liability of Data Processor: - must comply with information security norms; - if needed must use sub-processors only with the consent of the controller; - if using any sub-processor then must have a separate DPA with them; - must cooperate with the authorities in the event of an inquiry; - must report data breaches to the controller without any delay; - must be open to audits by the controller; - must assist the data controller to avoid data breaches; 3. Confidentiality:  - All parties must commit themselves to the confidentiality of the data. 4. Standard Data Protection Clauses (SCC): The SCCs include the rights of the people whose personal data is transferred as well as contractual obligations for the Data Exporter and Data Importer when there is a cross-border transfer of data. In a nutshell, DPA helps you in many ways like protecting your customers, building trust with partners, and growing your business. Share your thoughts and experiences with DPAs in the comments below! #GDPR #dataprotection #dataprivacy #compliance #business #security #marketing #agreements