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What is a vDPO?

A Data Protection Officer (DPO) serves as the main point of contact between the company and the relevant data protection authorities, and ensures that an organisation processes the personal data of its staff, customers, providers or any other individuals in compliance with all applicable data protection rules and regulations. The role of DPO is mandatory for all companies that process under data protection regulations, such as the GDPR.

We are able to provide a cost effective approach to this requirement through our virtual Data Protection Officer (vDPO). We have DPOs with experience in publicly listed organizations, investment firms, not-for-profits and multinational eCommerce. Why hire in-house when you can bring on a wealth of experience at a fraction of the expense.

While each job is different, our team usually conduct the following tasks for you:

• Ensure that controllers and data subjects are informed about their data protection rights, obligations and responsibilities and raise awareness about them;

• Give advice and recommendations to the institution about the interpretation or application of the data protection rules;

• Ensure data protection compliance within institutions;

• Handle queries or complaints on request by the institution, the controller, other person;

• Cooperate with the regulatory bodies(responding to requests about investigations, complaint handling, inspections, etc.);

• Draw the institution's attention to any failure to comply with the applicable data protection rules;

• Act as the primary point of contact within the organization for members of staff, regulators, and any relevant public bodies on issues related to data protection;

• Ensure the company’s policies are in accordance with data protection regulations and codes of practice;

• Evaluate the existing data protection framework and identify areas of non or partial compliance and rectify any issues;

• Devise training plans and provide data protection advice and support for members of staff;

• Promote a culture of data protection compliance across all units of the organization;

• Draft new and amend existing internal data protection policies, guidelines, and procedures, in consultation with key stakeholders;

• Hold training with staff members across different business units who are involved in data handling or processing;

• Proactively conduct audits to ensure compliance and address potential issues; and

• Maintain records of all data processing activities carried out by the company.

We provide qualified data protection experts that you might not be able to find or afford otherwise. Without increasing headcount our vDPO can solve many of your security, privacy, and compliance issues. We can assess your threats and risks, and help you make smart decisions about your security to align with your business objectives.

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