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GDPR Compliance

What is GDPR Compliance?

GDPR compliance meets the requirements of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). GDPR is a data protection law from the European Union that started on May 25, 2018. It sets out guidelines and requirements for collecting, storing, processing, and protecting personal data within the European Union EU. GDPR gives individuals greater control over their data and joins data protection regulations across the EU.

Key Principles of GDPR Compliance

  1. Lawfulness, Fairness, and Transparency: Personal data must be processed lawfully, fairly, and transparently. Organizations must provide clear information about collecting, using, and sharing data.
  2. Purpose Limitation: Use data only for specific, legitimate reasons and not for any other reason.
  3. Data Reduction: Collect and process only the minimum personal data necessary for the intended purpose.
  4. Accuracy: Personal data must be accurate and kept up to date. Correct or immediately delete inaccurate data.
  5. Storage: Personal data must be kept in a form that allows individuals to be identified for no longer than is necessary for the purposes for which the data is processed.
  6. Integrity: Process personal data securely, protecting it from unauthorized access, accidental loss, destruction, or damage.
  7. Accountability: Organizations are responsible for complying with these principles and must be able to demonstrate their compliance.

GEPR Rights

GDPR grants several rights to individuals (data subjects) regarding their data, including:

  1. Right to Access: Individuals can access their personal data and get information about how it is being processed.
  2. Right to Correction: Individuals can request the correction of inaccurate or incomplete personal data.
  3. Right to be Forgotten: Individuals can delete their personal data under certain circumstances.
  4. Right to Restrict Processing: Individuals can stop processing their data under specific conditions.
  5. Right to Move Data: Individuals can request their personal data in a common format and transfer it to another location.
  6. Right to Object: Individuals can object to processing their personal data for some purposes, including direct marketing.
  7. Rights related to Automated Decision-Making and Profiling: Individuals have the right not to be subject to decisions based solely on automated processing, including profiling, that significantly affects them.

Steps to Achieve GDPR Compliance

  1. Data Mapping and Inventory: Identify and document all personal data processed by the organization, including data sources, storage locations, and data flows.
  2. Privacy Notices: Update privacy notices to ensure they are clear and transparent and provide all required information to data subjects.
  3. Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIAs): Conduct DPIAs for processing activities that pose a high risk to individuals’ rights and freedoms.
  4. Data Subject Rights: Create processes to handle data subject requests efficiently and within the required timeframes.
  5. Consent Management: Verify that you receive approval correctly where required and that individuals can easily withdraw their consent.
  6. Data Security: Implement appropriate technical and organizational measures to ensure the information security of personal data.
  7. Data Breach Notification: Establish procedures for detecting, reporting, and investigating personal data breaches. When required, notify the correct supervisor and affected individuals.
  8. Training and Awareness: Train employees regularly about GDPR requirements and best practices for data protection.
  9. Appoint a Data Protection Officer (DPO): Appoint a DPO if required by the GDPR, particularly for public authorities or organizations engaged in large-scale processing of sensitive data.
  10. Regular Audits and Reviews: Conduct regular audits and reviews to ensure ongoing compliance with GDPR.

Not being GDPR compliant can lead to fines, so businesses handling the personal data of EU individuals must prioritize GDPR compliance. 

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Your Trusted Partner for GDPR Compliance 

Tanner Security Consultant’s GDPR Consulting Services will help your organization with a robust compliance framework. Our consultants will help you through GDPR compliance (General Data Protection Regulation) and make sure your data protection practices meet regulatory requirements.

As data breaches become more common, following data protection regulations is crucial for both legal and strategic reasons. At Tanner Security, we understand the need to align your IT security practices with GDPR to protect your customers’ and partners’ privacy.

Our GDPR Consulting Services:

Holistic Compliance Assessments:

  • A thorough review of your business’s current data protection practices.
  • Identification of areas requiring attention to ensure GDPR compliance.

Tailored GDPR Strategies:

  • Customized GDPR compliance strategies aligned with your specific business processes.
  • Implement measures to protect personal data and uphold the rights of data subjects.

Data Mapping and Inventory:

  • Detailed mapping and inventory of personal data to facilitate effective data protection measures.
  • Establishment of protocols for data access, storage, and sharing.

Staff Training and Awareness:

  • Comprehensive training programs to educate your team on GDPR principles and best practices.
  • Empowerment of your workforce to play an active role in maintaining GDPR compliance.

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We guide businesses through complex GDPR regulations, offering tailored solutions that meet their specific needs and industry standards. With our innovation and expertise, we aim to be your strategic partner, delivering top-notch solutions to complex issues.

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