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Data Protection Officer (DPO)

Like many privacy professionals, Robert Gratchner got his start in the industry accidentally but not surreptitiously. Hear his views on the CPO and DPO roles, and perspectives on privacy as a career.

Data Protection

The New (And Misunderstood) Role of the GDPR Data Protection Officer

Scott Ikeda Jan 1, 2019 0

So what does a GDPR data protection officer need to know to step into this role and be effective? The job will need some significant experience in both IT and risk management at minimum and also other ancillary skills that are important to success in the role.

Data Protection

CPO to CISO: Four Steps for Privacy Professionals to Get Security Savvy

Ken Mortensen Oct 30, 2017 0

As more CPOs need to interact with security, they need the right skills to integrate security into the privacy strategy and compliance with regulations.

Data Privacy

Philippines: To Be or Not To Be a Data Protection Officer (DPO)

Rose Marie King-Dominguez Sep 1, 2017 0

As the Philippines Data Privacy Act registration deadline draws near, to be or not to be a data protection officer (DPO) is on many company officer’s mind.

Data Privacy

Implementing Rules and Regulations of the Philippines Data Privacy Act (RA 10173)

Mary Thel Mundin Jun 23, 2017 2

In this article, Mary Thel Mundin examines the recently implemented rules and regulations of the Data Privacy Act of the Philippines (RA 10173) and the implications for organisations that handle personal data both within the borders of the Philippines and those who handle personal data and have links to the…

Data Privacy

The Role of the Chief Privacy Officer in 2020

Simon McDougall Feb 23, 2017 0

We examine the evolving role of the Chief Privacy Officer and how the evolution of the role may develop in different directions under increased regulations.

Data Privacy

The Role of the Chief Privacy Officer in 2020 (Video)

Simon McDougall Nov 9, 2016 0

New Chief Privacy Officers are being created all the time, as firms recognise the central role privacy is playing in our society and their businesses. However the scope of this role varies between companies and is often rapidly evolving. Will the GDPR influence the shape of things to come? What will and should happen?

Data Protection

Breaking Down the Walls – Challenge for Data Protection Officers

Nicole Lindsey Feb 19, 2016 0

In this article, we examine how regulators in Asia are mandating the appointment of Data Protection Officers and how these appointees form only one part of a team that must be tasked with not only ensuring the integrity of data, but also in responding to breaches of security. We also touch on the consequences of team…

Data Protection

Who is Watching Your Data?

Sarah Meyer Jan 20, 2016 0

The question of data privacy has become one that is shaping the business world of the 21st century. With many technologies advancing in leaps and bounds – as well as the increasing importance of ‘The Internet of Things’ the appointment of a professional Data Protection Officer to ensure legal and mandatory compliance…