Identify Data Processing Activities
Ever wondered what magic happens to your data? The task at hand is to identify every data processing activity within the organization. It's a treasure hunt, uncovering how data is collected, used, and stored. This clarity paves the way for data protection strategies, which prevent potential risks. You might find a challenge in undisclosed processes, but uncovering them is half the battle!
Needed resources? A sound knowledge of all departments and data flow diagrams should do the trick!
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1Finance
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2HR
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3IT
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4Marketing
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5Operations
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1Conduct Interviews
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2Review Databases
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3Analyze Workflows
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4Map Data Flow
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5Identify Gaps
Assess Legal Basis for Processing
What legal ground do you stand on for data processing? Determining the correct legal basis ensures you play by GDPR rules. Not sure which one fits your scenario? This task is your guide to making that call! Understand conditions like consent, contract necessity, or legitimate interest. Potential trouble in deciding? Guidelines and legal advisories can come to the rescue!
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1Consent
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2Contractual necessity
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3Legal obligation
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4Vital interests
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5Legitimate interests
Conduct Data Protection Impact Assessments
Foresee the future to protect the present! This task involves conducting a DPIA to evaluate risks associated with data processing activities. Why is this important? It ensures no harm comes to individuals’ rights and freedoms. Want to avoid pitfalls? Keep risks at bay with a proper assessment!
- Look at automated processing.
- Check data profiling.
- Assess data sensitivity.
Getting stuck? Expert consults and previous DPIA reports can assist!
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1Identify Processing Purpose
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2Evaluate Necessity and Proportionality
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3Assess Risks
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4Mitigate Risks
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5Document Process
Review Data Retention Policies
Are we holding onto data longer than we should? Reviewing retention policies keeps you compliant with GDPR by defining how long data should be stored. Implementing updates ensures data isn’t retained unnecessarily, saving storage and reducing breach risks. Confused? Many resources and templates are at your disposal!
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1Customer Data
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2Employee Records
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3Financial Data
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4Marketing Data
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5Supplier Information
Approval: Data Retention Policies
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Review Data Retention PoliciesWill be submitted
Implement Privacy by Design
Develop Data Breach Response Plan
Provide GDPR Training to Staff
Maintain Data Processing Records
Evaluate Data Processor Compliance
Approval: Data Processor Compliance
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Evaluate Data Processor ComplianceWill be submitted
Prepare Data Subject Request Protocol
Approval: Data Subject Request Protocol
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Prepare Data Subject Request ProtocolWill be submitted
Monitor GDPR Compliance Continuously
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