Suzi Sendama, Associate in Mishcon Private, talks to the Society of British and International Design (SBID) about the new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) rules that will be enforced on the 25 May and highlights what it will mean for businesses.
Suzi comments: "It is vital that you understand what data you are holding, why it is being held and where it is being stored. Understanding the risks and privacy impact of each data type will enable you to better protect your organisation and your data subjects. Where possible, minimise the data you are holding before the GDPR comes into force."
She continues: "Transparency and accountability is key: review and amend your policies for collecting and processing personal data. Every pound spent on preparation for the changes in law is likely to pay off exponentially in the future."
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