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Data Protection Officer’s Role in Making GDPR Compliance Easy

Posted on February 14, 2024 (February 14, 2024) by Zlatko Delev

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Given our existing awareness of the increasing importance of safeguarding personal information for both individuals and organizations, the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) was introduced to ensure the protection of rights and privacy within the European Union (EU). One of the key requirements of the GDPR is the appointment of a Data Protection Officer (DPO) […]

How to Master GDPR Compliance: A Comprehensive Roadmap for Data Protection Excellence

Posted on February 9, 2024 (February 9, 2024) by Zlatko Delev

Safeguarding personal data stands as a top priority for organizations across the globe. In this comprehensive guide, we will outline eight essential steps to help organizations master GDPR compliance with a roadmap. By following this roadmap, businesses can ensure the ethical handling of personal data, mitigate risks, and foster a culture of data protection excellence. […]

The Ideal GDPR EU Representative: Navigating Article 27

Posted on January 25, 2024 (January 25, 2024) by Zlatko Delev

The EU General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has introduced several requirements for organizations based outside of the European Union (EU) that process the personal data of EU data subjects. One such requirement is the appointment of an EU representative. This representative acts as a point of contact for data subjects and EU data protection authorities, […]

Ensuring GDPR Compliance: A Deep Dive into the Variances Between EU and UK Representatives for Article 27

Posted on January 16, 2024 (January 16, 2024) by Ana Mishova

The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive data protection law that was introduced by the European Union (EU) in 2018. It aims to protect the privacy and personal data of individuals within the EU and governs the way organizations handle and process this data. One of the key provisions of the GDPR is […]

Revising GDPR Article 27: An In-Depth Analysis

Posted on December 12, 2023 (December 12, 2023) by Zlatko Delev

As we navigate towards the end of the year, we find ourselves retracing the contours of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). As the world constantly metamorphoses digitally, GDPR resonates more than ever. What is GDPR? The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) is a comprehensive data protection law that was implemented by the European Union […]

The Importance of Hiring an Article 27 Representative for GDPR Compliance

Posted on December 5, 2023 (December 5, 2023) by Ana Mishova

The concept of the Article 27 Representative within the GDPR emerges as a pivotal facet of our digital narrative. It is important to acknowledge the importance of the Article 27 Representative – it acts as a guardian and a liaison while protecting privacy and individual rights across borders. Let’s revise it. What is GDPR? The […]

US Businesses’ Pitfalls in Navigating GDPR & Electronic Marketing

Posted on November 1, 2023 (November 1, 2023) by Ana Mishova

The US has traditionally adopted a relatively low key and hands-off approach to data protection. Increasingly, though, that’s changing as more states enact new measures, often based on the EU’s General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR). In our experience, however, many US businesses are yet to get up to speed with the changing state of legislation. […]

Article 27 EU Representative: A Comprehensive Guide

Posted on October 30, 2023 (October 30, 2023) by Zlatko Delev

Introduction to Article 27 of the GDPR The General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) has drastically transformed our approach to how organizations handle personal data. With its stringent rules and hefty fines, it’s imperative for businesses to be compliant. The GDPR’s Article 27 affects organizations outside the EU and is an important provision of the regulation. […]

Decoding GDPR: Your Questions Answered

Posted on October 10, 2023 by Ana Mishova

How do you obtain valid consent under GDPR? What level of data security is ‘secure’? How long should you keep hold of personal data? In this post, we answer some of your most frequently asked GDPR questions. What’s the difference between a data controller and a data processor, and how does this affect compliance? There’s […]

Managing the Role of the EU Representative in the USA in 2023

Posted on September 27, 2023 (September 27, 2023) by Ana Mishova

Since the enactment of the GDPR, US organizations have been benefitting from the role of the GDPR rep in a variety of ways. We explore seven of those ways. Increasingly, the world is connected and driven by data. The greater the role of data, the greater the importance of data protection. Several US states have […]