Data protection impact assessment: obligation and opportunity
The data protection impact assessment (DPIA) is more than just a legal obligation under Article 35 GDPR. When implemented correctly, it becomes a strategic tool for risk management, transparency and trust. DI Experts helps companies not only to carry out DPIAs correctly, but also to use them as an opportunity to optimize their data protection processes.
When is a DPIA required?
A DPIA must be carried out if a planned data processing operation is likely to result in a high risk to the rights and freedoms of natural persons. Typical scenarios are
- Use of new technologies such as AI or big data
- Extensive processing of special categories of personal data (e.g. health data)
- Systematic monitoring of publicly accessible areas
- Automated decision-making with legal implications
Our approach: DPIA as an integral part of your data protection strategy
DI Experts accompanies you through the entire DSFA process:
- Preparation and scoping: Identification of relevant processing activities and definition of the scope of the investigation.
- Risk assessment: Analysis of potential risks to the rights and freedoms of data subjects.
- Action planning: Development and implementation of suitable technical and organizational measures to minimize risk.
- Documentation and communication: Creation of comprehensible DPIA documentation and communication with the relevant stakeholders.
- Review and update: Regular review of the DPIA and adjustment in the event of changes to the framework conditions.
Conclusion
The data protection impact assessment is not only a legal obligation, but also offers the opportunity to identify and minimize data protection risks at an early stage. With the support of DI Experts, you can effectively integrate DPIAs into your data protection strategy and strengthen the trust of your customers and partners.
Do you need a DPIA? We provide you with technical, structural and practical support. Let us examine together how you can meet regulatory requirements in a sensible and structured way - without being overwhelmed. Let us examine together how you can meet regulatory requirements in a sensible and structured way - without being overwhelmed.
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