You may be legally required to appoint a Data Protection Officer (DPO) for your organisation.
However, even if you are not legally required to do so, your organisation may want to demonstrate that you take information governance and data protection seriously. In either case, this will reassure your client base on how seriously you take your responsibilities when it comes to protecting the privacy of individuals.
A DPO should be an expert in data protection law and have good knowledge of the sector and the processing activities you undertake. They should have the confidence and ability to liaise with the data protection supervisory authority.
Under the GDPR/UK GDPR, you are required to have a DPO where:
Our expert consultants offer comprehensive outsourced Data Protection Officer (DPO) services, ensuring your organisation meets data protection laws and GDPR compliance. Appointing one of our experienced data protection officers provides you with an objective and cost-effective solution for fulfilling your data protection obligations.
As your dedicated DPO, we handle all statutory responsibilities, including managing data subject access requests, communicating with regulators, and addressing data protection breaches. We serve as the primary contact for data protection matters and represent your organisation in discussions with stakeholders and board members. Our goal is to enhance your data protection strategy, ensure compliance with legal requirements, and improve your data processing activities.
We also assist with data protection impact assessments, data mapping, and implementing data security measures to safeguard against breaches. By outsourcing to our data protection consultants, you gain ongoing support and expert guidance to navigate complex data protection regulations and demonstrate compliance effectively.
For more details on how our DPO services can benefit your organisation, contact us to discuss your specific needs and how we can support your data protection goals.
We provide a full data protection and information governance consultancy service to all our clients who engage with us. We provide flexible packages and services to make sure that you only pay for what you need, so you aren’t paying for unnecessary services. Whatever you and your organisation need, we are here to help.