GDPR & Data Privacy – Protecting Data Across Borders
Data privacy regulations are spreading globally. The GDPR set the standard, but similar laws now exist across continents. We help you implement compliant data protection frameworks that meet GDPR and emerging privacy laws in 30+ countries—so you can move data freely and operate with confidence.
Privacy Compliance That Enables, Not Restricts
For global businesses, data is essential—but so is privacy compliance. The GDPR, CCPA, LGPD, PIPL and dozens of other regulations create a complex patchwork of requirements. Getting it wrong means fines, reputational damage and loss of customer trust. Getting it right means you can move data freely, enter new markets with confidence and build trust with customers and partners. Our GDPR & Data Privacy practice helps you navigate this complexity, implementing practical, scalable privacy programs that protect both your customers and your business.
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GDPR Compliance – Meeting the Gold Standard
The GDPR remains the world’s most influential privacy regulation. Compliance requires a systematic approach to how you collect, use, store and transfer personal data. We help you build and maintain GDPR compliance programs that scale with your business.
What we cover for GDPR:
Core compliance elements:
- Data mapping: What data do you collect? Where does it come from? Where does it go?
- Lawful basis identification: Consent, contract, legitimate interest, legal obligation
- Privacy notices: Transparent communication with data subjects
- Data subject rights management: Access, rectification, erasure, portability
- Consent management: Obtaining, recording and withdrawing consent
- Data Protection Impact Assessments (DPIA): For high-risk processing
- Data breach response: Detection, investigation, notification
- Records of processing activities (Article 30): Maintaining required documentation
Who needs GDPR compliance:
- Any business processing EU residents’ data (regardless of location)
- EU-based companies of all sizes
- Non-EU companies targeting EU customers
Global Privacy – Navigating Multiple Regimes
The GDPR was just the beginning. Similar laws now exist across continents, each with local variations. We help you comply with privacy regulations wherever you operate.
Key privacy regimes we cover:
| Regime | Jurisdiction | Key Features |
|---|---|---|
| GDPR | European Union | Comprehensive, risk-based, extra-territorial |
| UK GDPR | United Kingdom | Post-Brexit, largely aligned with EU |
| CCPA/CPRA | California (US) | Consumer rights, opt-out sales, sensitive data |
| LGPD | Brazil | Similar to GDPR, expanding enforcement |
| PIPL | China | Strict consent, cross-border transfer rules |
| POPIA | South Africa | Comprehensive, consent-based |
| PDPA | Singapore | Sectoral, consent framework |
| APP | Australia | Privacy principles, notifiable breaches |
What we cover for global privacy:
- Multi-jurisdiction gap analysis: Comparing your practices against local requirements
- Localized policies: Privacy notices adapted to each jurisdiction
- Cross-border compliance: Managing conflicting requirements
- Local representation: Appointing representatives where required
Cross-Border Data Transfers – Moving Data Legally
Transferring personal data across borders is essential for global business—but increasingly restricted. After Schrems II, the mechanisms for international data transfers face heightened scrutiny.
What we cover for data transfers:
Transfer mechanisms:
- Adequacy decisions: Countries deemed to have equivalent protection
- Standard Contractual Clauses (SCCs): EU-approved contract terms
- Binding Corporate Rules (BCRs): For intra-group transfers
- Derogations: Consent, contract necessity, etc.
- Transfer Impact Assessments (TIA): Assessing risk in the destination country
Key transfer scenarios:
- EU to US transfers (post-Privacy Shield)
- EU to UK transfers (post-Brexit)
- EU to Asia transfers (China, Singapore, India)
- Intra-group global transfers
- Transfers to processors and sub-processors
DPIA – Assessing High-Risk Processing
When processing is likely to result in high risk to individuals, a Data Protection Impact Assessment is required. We conduct DPIAs that satisfy regulators and protect your business.
When you need a DPIA:
- Systematic monitoring of public areas (CCTV, facial recognition)
- Large-scale processing of sensitive data (health, biometric, genetic)
- Automated decision-making with legal effects (credit scoring, hiring)
- Innovative use of technology (AI, IoT, blockchain)
- Cross-border transfers to high-risk countries
Our DPIA methodology:
- Screening: Is a DPIA required?
- Description: Systematic description of processing
- Necessity assessment: Is processing necessary and proportionate?
- Risk assessment: Identify risks to individuals
- Mitigation measures: Actions to address risks
- Consultation: With DPO, stakeholders, and (if required) regulator
- Sign-off: Approval by appropriate authority
DPO Services – Expert Data Protection Leadership
Many organizations are required to appoint a Data Protection Officer (DPO)—but can’t justify a full-time hire. We provide outsourced DPO services, giving you expert leadership without the overhead.
What our DPO service includes:
- DPO-as-a-Service: Designated DPO available on demand
- Advisory support: Privacy guidance for projects and operations
- DPIA review: Oversight of impact assessments
- Training: Staff awareness and specialist training
- Audit support: Preparing for and supporting regulatory audits
- Breach response: 24/7 support for data breaches
- Regulatory liaison: Communications with data protection authorities
Who needs a DPO:
- Public authorities
- Organizations engaged in large-scale systematic monitoring
- Organizations processing large-scale sensitive data
- Any organization preferring expert oversight
Privacy Program – Building a Sustainable Capability
Privacy isn’t a one-time project—it’s an ongoing capability. We help you build and embed privacy programs that become part of how you do business.
What we deliver:
Policies and procedures:
- Privacy policy (external)
- Data protection policy (internal)
- Data retention and deletion policy
- Data breach response plan
- Data subject rights procedure
- Vendor management procedure
Governance:
- RACI matrix for privacy roles
- Privacy steering committee
- Regular reporting to leadership
- Key risk indicators (KRIs)
Training and awareness:
- Role-based training (executives, managers, operations)
- Privacy champions network
- Regular communications and updates
Technology and tools:
- Consent management platforms
- DSAR automation tools
- Data mapping software
- Breach notification systems
How We Make You Privacy-Compliant
1. Discovery & Gap Analysis
We analyze your data, processes, and obligations to identify gaps in compliance with applicable requirements.
2. Risk Assessment
We assess risks to people’s rights and freedoms and prioritize corrective actions.
3. Program Design
We design a customized compliance program: policies, procedures, governance, and training.
4. Implementation
We implement the program: we update documents, configure tools, train staff.
5. Monitoring & Continuous Improvement
We monitor the program’s effectiveness, update it to reflect regulatory changes, and continually improve.
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