Virtual Data Protection Officer (VDPO)

What is a DPO?

A Data Protection Officer (DPO) is a personal data security leadership role created by the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).

Who Must have a DPO?

Public bodies and, in certain circumstances, private businesses.

Who Should have a DPO?

GDPR encourages all businesses to appoint a DPO.

Here are the Features of having a Virtual Data Protection Officer:

• Highly-skilled, UK Lawyer led, a team of specialists
• Expert knowledge of data protection law and practices
• Integrity and high professional ethics
• Independent in role and tasks
• Intermediary with Information Commissioner’s Office (ICO)
• Strategic advisor on the responsible, effective and innovative use of personal data
• Comprehensive regular reports advise on appropriate data security measures and risk mitigation
• Retained service

Here are the Benefits of a VDPO:

• A one-stop-shop for all your data protection needs
• Bound by secrecy and confidentiality
• Facilitates compliance and helps create a competitive advantage
• Plays a key role in fostering a data protection culture
• Help with GDPR implementation
• No need for expensive in-house data protection staff
• Monthly payments with no large up-front costs