How much does GDPR compliance cost?

How much does GDPR compliance cost?

As a business owner, you might be cynical about GDPR and data protection, and given that every new bit of company legislation seems to come with associated compliance costs, it's no surprise. Every time the government tells us that we need to adhere to more rules and...

Data Breaches

Data Breaches

If you process employee or customer or indeed anyone’s personal data then you must take steps (known as organisational and technical measures) to keep it safe i.e. confidential, free from loss/ damage and available for use when needed. However, despite your efforts...

Do I need a Data Protection Officer?

Do I need a Data Protection Officer?

Data protection within a business is often seen as somebody's secondary role, usually the HR department, and a role that hasn't been taken seriously. Indeed, historically, many companies have seen it more as a hindrance to a company's day-to-day running, and...

Surveillance of employees

Surveillance of employees

What are the rules around employee surveillance? This blog is limited to overt (that is employees know it is happening) surveillance. If an employer collects or generates any personal data (‘information’) about an employee then they have to do so in accordance with...