SaaS: tools to help your organisation safeguard data privacy

What is a data protection/privacy management programme (DPMP)?

A DPMP is a system for establishing an effective data protection infrastructure within an organisation. The framework consists of the following elements, APSR:

• Assessing risks within the organisation in relation to data flows and inventory
• Protecting the organisation’s information assets through the implementation of privacy and security controls
• Sustaining the programme through regular audits, communication and training
• Responding to data/privacy breach incidents.

To learn more about how to develop a DPMP, sign up for the course here.

• Introduction to DPOinBOX | DPIA Software | Data Protection Management Program Tools

Learn more about how to assess risks as part of the organisation’s DPMP here:

• Data Protection: Risks Equal Opportunities
• Identifying Risks | DPIA Software | Data Protection Management Program Tools

Read more about how to put in place controls to protect personal data here:

• Data Protection Controls… what is it?

Check out these resources to help your organisation sustain your DPMP:

• Sustaining your Data Protection Management Programme: How to do it?
• Sustain Initiatives | DPIA Software | Data Protection Management Program Tools

Find out more about responding to incidents here:

• Responding To Data Breach Incidents
• Incident & Breaches | DPIA Software | Data Protection Management Program Tools

How can software help in managing my organisation’s data protection management programme?

Investing in an effective software management tool can help an organisation create its data protection/privacy management programme, be operationally compliant and demonstrate accountability easily. Some software can be bundled up with training and consultancy services as a form of integrated solutions through data-protection-as-a-service (DPaaS).

DPOinBOX is a privacy management platform that helps data protection officers handle their responsibilities more effectively. Sign up for a free trial here to learn more.

• How can software support WFH data protection risks in organisations?

What are the benefits of a robust DPMP?

An effective DPMP can benefit the organisation in several ways, including:

• Optimising business processes that support business objectives
• Reducing costs by reducing work duplication and redundant tasks
• Earning trust from stakeholders by being transparent and prudent in the processing of personal data

Check out how DPOinBOX can help organisations create a robust DPMP by signing up for a free trial here.

This article was updated on 4 October 2021.